Blinded
Young And Lost Lyrics
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My blood does remember the rhythm of a drum
Beat by a boy soldier whose revolution won
I?ve carried pretty flowers to fallen heroes graves
& stood in silence honoring the price our fathers paid
This was their flag but this ain?t their fight
Dirty with oil tattered by spite
This was their flag but this ain?t their fight
So what do you call justice & what is freedom for
Don?t let the towncrier decide if we go to war
'cause this ain?t about your medla
The choice is of the soul
& hate is never brave while mercy?s always, always sold
Blinded by stars tangled in stripes
This is our flag but this ain?t our fight
Dirty with oil tattered by spite
This is our flag but this ain?t our fight
This is my flag but this ain?t my fight
Now I was born a rebel, I question what I?m told
No wonder this young skin I?m wearin?
Feels so old
Don?t be blinded by stars tangled in stripes
This is our flag but this ain?t our fight
Dirty with oil tattered by spite
This is our flag but this ain?t our fight
This I s my flag but this ain?t my fight
The song "Blinded" by Young And Lost is a powerful commentary on war and patriotism, urging listeners to question blind loyalty to a cause or flag. The first verse speaks of a soldier who fought in a revolution and the graves of fallen heroes, suggesting that the singer has respect for those who have sacrificed for their country. However, the chorus emphasizes that this is not necessarily their fight, and the symbols of the flag have become dirtied and tattered by the pursuit of spite and oil.
The second verse delves deeper into a critique of war, questioning the concepts of justice and freedom and warning against letting others make the decision to go to war. The singer believes that the choice of war or peace is a matter of the soul, and that hate is not the answer. The chorus repeats the idea that the flag is not synonymous with the fight, and that blind loyalty to symbols can lead to misguided choices.
The final verse reveals the singer's rebellious nature and tendency to question what they are told. This is a call to action for listeners to do the same and not be blinded by the symbols of stars and stripes. Overall, the message of the song is to approach issues of patriotism and war critically and to question whether they truly align with our own beliefs and values.
Line by Line Meaning
My blood does remember the rhythm of a drum
I have a deep connection to the beat of a drum, likely from hearing it during times of struggle or revolution.
Beat by a boy soldier whose revolution won
The drum was likely played by a young, passionate revolutionary who fought and was victorious in their cause.
I've carried pretty flowers to fallen heroes graves
I've paid respects to those who have fought and died for their cause, honoring their sacrifice and bravery.
& stood in silence honoring the price our fathers paid
I have taken moments to reflect on the sacrifices of past generations, recognizing the cost of freedom and justice.
This was their flag but this ain't their fight
While acknowledging the struggles of previous generations, I recognize that their battles were not necessarily the same as those being fought today.
Dirty with oil tattered by spite
The flag may be stained and damaged, representing the ugliness and hate that can infect even the noblest of causes.
So what do you call justice & what is freedom for
It's important to question what these values really mean and what they look like in practice.
Don't let the towncrier decide if we go to war
We should not blindly trust those in power to make decisions that impact lives and countries as a whole.
'cause this ain't about your medal
The fight for justice and freedom should not be motivated by the desire for personal recognition or honor.
The choice is of the soul
The decision to fight for what is right must come from within, from a deep sense of morality and purpose.
Hate is never brave while mercy's always, always sold
Hate is a cowardly and destructive force, while mercy and compassion require true strength and selflessness. Unfortunately, the latter is often undervalued and disregarded in society.
Blinded by stars tangled in stripes
We can become so caught up in the symbols of our cause and our country that we lose sight of the real issues and people affected.
This is our flag but this ain't our fight
While we may feel connected to our country and its values, we must recognize that some issues and battles may not be directly related to our identity and experiences.
This is my flag but this ain't my fight
Lastly, I assert my individuality and recognize that even though I care about my country and its people, I also have my own battles to fight and causes to support.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: ADRIENNE YOUNG, ALICE RANDALL
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