Identity
fear the concept Lyrics
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Have grown so isolated
When I look in your eyes
I see a broken life
A wall that's built to last
And I fucking hate it
This can't be how we're meant to be
Never how it's supposed to be
You may follow closely behind the sheppards band
But I won't be a fucking sheep
Who are you?
It's fucking sad that I have to ask
Because you aren't true
Be yourself and take off the mask
Get up, get out
Hope is far but it's existential
Get up, and get out
Open up your mind and find your true potential
Force-fed bullshit
You so blindly accept
Never think for yourself
Just do what they say
Invest your cash, collect a check
Light up a fucking cigarette
Pay your taxes, die in debt
Elect the leaders you'll regret
Closed minds and empty hearts
The song "Identity" by Fear the Concept is about the isolation and brokenness of individuals in society. The lyrics depict a world that has become disconnected and isolated, with people building walls around themselves that keep them from truly connecting with others. The singer sees this brokenness in the eyes of those around them and hates that this is how it's supposed to be. The lyrics also suggest that individuals are blindly following the herd, without questioning the society's norms, rules or leaders. The lyrics encourage the listener to take off their masks, be themselves, and find their true potential by opening their minds.
The lines "This can't be how we're meant to be / Never how it's supposed to be" suggest that the brokenness and isolation of individuals is something unnatural and not the expected state of humans. The song calls out those who follow others blindly, as it is sad that the singer has to ask who others truly are. The line "Light up a fucking cigarette / Pay your taxes, die in debt / Elect the leaders you'll regret" highlights the societal construct that many follow without question or concern for its contribution to the isolation and brokenness experienced.
Overall, "Identity" is a call to action to reject the norm of societal expectations, blindly following leaders, and living a life that is isolated and broken, and instead embracing one's identity, opening the mind to new possibilities and taking control of one's life.
Line by Line Meaning
This world we live in and the people around us
The world we inhabit and the individuals that surround us
Have grown so isolated
Have become increasingly separated and disconnected
When I look in your eyes
If I gaze into your eyes
I see a broken life
I can observe a existence that has fallen apart
A wall that's built to last
A barrier that has been erected to endure
And I fucking hate it
And I utterly despise the situation
This can't be how we're meant to be
Surely this isn't the way we're supposed to exist
Never how it's supposed to be
Never in the way things were intended
These walls are caving in and it's all your fucking fault
These structures are collapsing, and it's entirely your blame
You may follow closely behind the sheppards band
You might pursue the herd's leader dutifully
But I won't be a fucking sheep
But I won't be a helpless follower
Who are you?
Who are you as an individual?
It's fucking sad that I have to ask
It's genuinely depressing that I must inquire
Because you aren't true
Because you aren't genuine
Be yourself and take off the mask
Be authentic and abandon the façade
Get up, get out
Rise and leave
Hope is far but it's existential
Positivity seems distant, but it's crucial
Get up, and get out
Rise and leave
Open up your mind and find your true potential
Expand your consciousness and locate your genuine capacity
Force-fed bullshit
Fed blatant and fabricated lies
You so blindly accept
That you accept without question
Never think for yourself
Never think independently
Just do what they say
Just obey their orders
Invest your cash, collect a check
Invest your money and get a paycheck
Light up a fucking cigarette
Cigarettes are an addiction
Pay your taxes, die in debt
Pay your taxes and die owing money
Elect the leaders you'll regret
Choose those in power who will disappoint you in the future
Closed minds and empty hearts
Closed-off mentalities and lacking emotional capacity
Contributed by Zachary L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
We Are The Empty
Incredible work guys!
Jarek
This is dope. I hope to see more from you guys.
Tuggernut
These guys came and played in jax lastnight with my buddies band and they slayed it. The singers vocals live were unfuckinbelievable
Anthony Cotogno
This is soooooooo fucking good!!
sunny boy
Love the guitar hella groovy
DarkSolaceOfficial
These guys fucking rock
Reece allen
Damn. U guys r awesome!
Quiestre
1:40 reminds me of Barrier (with the old singer). Like it a lot.
Lettras ;)
awesome job. Don't know how I didn't get here earlier
Gian Molinary
Sick as fuck.