Authority
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Revolution in the street
Burned body torn and beat
They are just victims
Of authority

No more authority
No more authority
I have no respect for authority
Why should they push me
All their lust and greed
Proves their insanity

No more authority
No more authority

No more authority
No more authority

One day I'll be old
Then I'll have authority
I'll wish I was young
And I will envy





No more authority
No more authority

Overall Meaning

The song "Authority" by Void is a critique of the abuse of power and corruption by those in authority. The song's opening lines describe images of chaos and violence in the streets, with bodies burning and being torn apart. However, the lyrics state that these people are not to be blamed, but rather they are "just victims of authority." The singer then declares his lack of respect for authority, criticizing their greed and lust for power, which he claims proves their insanity. The repeated refrain of "No more authority" emphasizes the singer's rejection of those in power and their abuse of it.


The final verse of the song is interesting in its ironic tone, as the singer acknowledges the inevitability of aging and gaining authority themselves. Here, the song takes on a more introspective tone, with the singer wishing to hold onto their youthful rebellion against authority. The final repetition of "No more authority" feels more melancholic and resigned, suggesting a kind of weariness or disillusionment with the ever-present corruption of those in power.


Line by Line Meaning

Revolution in the street
The people have taken to the streets in protest and uprising.


Burned body torn and beat
The authorities are using violence and force against the protestors.


They are just victims
The people being brutalized are innocent and are not the problem.


Of authority
The root of the problem is the abuse of power by the governing authorities.


No more authority
The singer wants to eliminate the oppressive system of authority.


I have no respect for authority
The singer has a strong hatred for those in power due to their unjust actions.


Why should they push me
The singer questions the authority's decision to exert control over people without reason.


All their lust and greed
The authorities are motivated by personal gain rather than serving the people.


Proves their insanity
The actions of the authority are irrational and unwise.


One day I'll be old
The singer sees a future where they have power, but will also become corrupt and oppressive like current authorities.


Then I'll have authority
The singer recognizes that with age comes power, but this may not always be a good thing.


I'll wish I was young
The singer realizes that youthful rebellion against oppressive authority is important and valuable.


And I will envy
The singer will regret the actions they took in their youth when they become an authority figure themselves.


No more authority
The singer reiterates their desire to abolish the oppressive system of authority.




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