1) We The People were … Read Full Bio ↴There is more than one artist with this name.
1) We The People were a mid 1960s garage group from Florida, releasing several singles (compiled on a double CD by the Sundazed label) and composing the track "In The Past", later covered by the Chocolate Watch Band. Guitarist/Songwriter Tom Talton went on to play with the Allman Brothers in the 1970's.
2) We the People formed in the winter/spring of 2003 in Syracuse, New York. Started off as an "oi" project of the members (most of who were and are in other bands). Played their first show on May 10, 2003 at Planet 505 on Westcott Street in Syracuse. Released a four song live demo of the show shortly there after, followed up by their first official demo, recorded by Greg Pier at Neon Witch studios. Continued playing shows garnering a lot of attention and buzz in the Syracuse hardcore scene and its periphery.
We the People underwent a lineup change when original guitarist Jon Peters relocated to Boston and was replaced by Jon Davies. We the People soon went on a brief hiatus after all its members with the exception of vocalist Chuck Hickey left the Syracuse area for New York City, Hoboken, and Philadelphia, among other destinations. In 2004, the band began playing and practicing again once four out of five members found themselves living again in the same city, this time New York. Shows soon followed when they were possible, and a second demo, the four song The Death of Life was released in December 2005. We the People then recorded another four songs at Banger Studios in Brooklyn in 2006, releasing them along with the Death of Life demo at an eight song CD in August that year and touring the northeast to support it.
We the People play a unique blend of oi, hardcore, punk, with a post-hardcore sense and feel. Singer Chuck Hickey's vocals are brutal and in your face, in line with Tesco Vee of the Meatmen and Choke of Slapshot. We the People share band members with Black S.S., Prisoner, Bad Cops, The NoJons, Bayonet U.K., The Funeral, and probably a few others.
We the People is:
Chuck Hickey, vocals
Jon Davies, Guitar
Chris Swisher, Guitar
Andy Williams, Bass
Jim Heffernan, Drums
3) We The People is a four-piece Indie/Pop/Rock/Alternative band from Melbourne, Australia, and was formed in 2010.
People Open Your Eyes and See
We the People Lyrics
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Open your eyes and see
What kind of world this could be
If we didn't have hunger hate along with misery
How many of you out there
Have really seen hungry children running around in the street
Did you reach out with a helping hand
Isn't it funny
About people hating each other
When they should be trying to do love, treat, be kind
To each other
And if all these things were done
What a beautiful place this world would be
No more ghettos where children have to play
No more slums where families have to stay
No more young men will have to die
And if all these things were done
No more mothers and fathers would have to cry
Now listen
Wouldn't it be a lovely place
For you and I
Couldn't you just see
Mmhm
The lyrics of "People Open Your Eyes and See" by We the People urge listeners to examine their surroundings and truly see the state of the world. It prompts individuals to imagine a world without hunger, hatred, and misery, and questions whether people have taken action to address these issues or have turned a blind eye. The song highlights the contrast between the reality of hungry children on the streets and the indifference of those who fail to extend a helping hand.
The lyrics also express the irony of people hating each other when love, compassion, and kindness should be prevailing. The song suggests that if everyone practiced these qualities, the world would be a beautiful place, free from ghettos and slums where families are trapped in poverty. It emphasizes that if these changes were made, there would be no more unnecessary deaths or parents grieving the loss of their children.
Overall, the song encourages individuals to open their eyes and truly see the injustices and suffering that exist in the world, calling for action, empathy, and love. It paints a vision of a better world and reminds listeners of the power they have to make a positive difference.
Line by Line Meaning
People look around you
Take a moment to observe your surroundings and the people in it.
Open your eyes and see
Be aware of the reality and truth that exists.
What kind of world this could be
Imagine the potential for a better world.
If we didn't have hunger hate along with misery
If we could eliminate the suffering caused by hunger and hate.
How many of you out there
Consider how many individuals are present in this situation.
Have really seen hungry children running around in the street
Have you truly witnessed the sight of malnourished children desperately seeking food?
Did you reach out with a helping hand
Did you extend a compassionate gesture to assist them in their time of need?
Or did you just turn your head and say I didn't see
Or did you consciously choose to ignore their plight and pretend it didn't exist?
Isn't it funny
Isn't it ironic or unfortunate?
About people hating each other
Regarding the animosity and animus individuals hold towards one another.
When they should be trying to do love, treat, be kind
In contrast to the negative emotions, people should focus on expressing love, showing kindness, and treating others well.
To each other
Towards one another.
And if all these things were done
If these positive actions were embraced and practiced.
What a beautiful place this world would be
Imagine the immense beauty that this world could possess.
No more ghettos where children have to play
No longer would children be confined to impoverished neighborhoods for their recreation.
No more slums where families have to stay
Families would no longer be trapped in dilapidated and substandard living conditions.
No more young men will have to die
The absence of unnecessary loss of young lives.
And if all these things were done
If these positive changes were implemented.
No more mothers and fathers would have to cry
There would be no more heartbreak for parents.
Now listen
Pay attention and heed the following message.
Wouldn't it be a lovely place
Imagine the beauty and charm this world could possess.
For you and I
For both you and me.
Couldn't you just see
Can't you envision it in your mind?
Mmhm
Expressing agreement or acknowledgement.
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