These Colors Flee The Scene
We Are The Union Lyrics
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Doesn't mean I have to be
I would appreciate it
If you would not concern yourself with who I am and what I do
Everyone I know
They all try so hard
To be all they can be
Is there anybody listening?
Does anybody care?
Or are we just content to
Live a life confined by walls created for us not by us
Why not tear down the boundaries?
Why not give 'em fucking hell?
Instead of this complacency
Why not rise up and overcome, why not stand up stick to our guns?
Let 'em run
From all their problems
And we'll create our own solutions
Let 'em run
From this mess they made
And we can start again
The time has come to overcome
The time has come to conquer fear
The time has come to stand up for everything that we believe
Don't let 'em tell you what you can and cannot do
Don't let 'em tell you what you can and cannot be
Their answers led us nowhere so we'll take this on ourselves
We're not running anymore
We're not running anymore
We Are the Union's "These Colors Flee the Scene" is a song that pushes back against social conformity and encourages individuals to stand up for who they are and what they believe. The first stanza addresses the idea of brainwashing and the influence of others on individual identity. The singer challenges others to respect their individualism and not concern themselves with who they are and what they do. The second stanza reflects on the pressure to conform to society's expectations and standards. The singer questions the dedication to living up to other people's ideals instead of creating individual aspirations. The following verse even asks if anyone is listening or if people are content with living life trapped within walls that someone else, not themselves, created.
The chorus then questions why people do not rise up and unite to break down their constraints and embrace their inner selves. The repetition of "Let 'em run" suggests a contrast between those fleeing problems and those creating solutions. The song continues with the message of standing up for oneself, breaking free from limitations, and reclaiming control over one's life. The singer encourages individuals to be themselves, reject conformity, and not let others dictate their lives. The song ends with the empowering affirmation that they are no longer running and are standing up for themselves.
Line by Line Meaning
Just because you're brainwashed
Simply because you have been conditioned, doesn't mean that I will be too.
Doesn't mean I have to be
It does not necessarily dictate that I follow suit.
I would appreciate it
I kindly request that you
If you would not concern yourself with who I am and what I do
Desist taking an interest in my identity and actions unless explicitly invited.
Everyone I know
Individuals in my social circle
They all try so hard
Exerting significant effort
To be all they can be
Striving to fully realize their potential
I just don't see the point of life with someone else's standards
Personally, I do not comprehend how living constrained by another's expectations signifies a meaningful existence.
Is there anybody listening?
Is anyone paying attention?
Does anybody care?
Does anyone possess concern?
Or are we just content to
Alternatively, are we satisfied with
Live a life confined by walls created for us not by us
Existing within perimeter that was not designed by ourselves, limiting our options
Why not tear down the boundaries?
What is preventing the removal of these borders?
Why not give 'em fucking hell?
Advocating confrontation against those who impose restrictions
Instead of this complacency
Alternatively of remaining apathetic
Why not rise up and overcome, why not stand up stick to our guns?
Let us revolt and triumph, persistently holding fast to our beliefs.
Let 'em run
Let those individuals elude
From all their problems
Fleeing from their hardships
And we'll create our own solutions
Simultaneously, we'll initiate our own remedies
Let 'em run
Allow them to abscond
From this mess they made
The disaster that resulted from their actions
And we can start again
Provided with a fresh opportunity
The time has come to overcome
Now is the moment to subdue
The time has come to conquer fear
The occasion has arrived to vanquish trepidation
The time has come to stand up for everything that we believe
It is time to vocalize our convictions
Don't let 'em tell you what you can and cannot do
Refrain from internalizing the constraints imposed on your capabilities
Don't let 'em tell you what you can and cannot be
Do not allow them to limit the scope of your identity
Their answers led us nowhere so we'll take this on ourselves
Their solutions failed, thus we will take charge
We're not running anymore
We are no longer retreating
We're not running anymore
We are no longer absconding
Contributed by Lily T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Brittany Hellinger
Just saw them live. Amazing.
MrLaserLightShow
never a dull moment at a we r the union show. :D.
Andrew Taylor
I have 10 of there songs these guys are pretty wicked
dark33r
great song..
bwfeliciano
Mmmmm ska. <3
flashbangpow
So true :)
Calvin Tuttle
@Dethklokrules202 except for the fact that they do play the song live..
hotdog428
@crassisdead My friend's brother is in this band :))