Shimmy
system of a down (usa) Lyrics
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Education subjugation, now you're out go
Education fornication, in you are go
Don't be late for school again boy
I think me, I want life
I think me, I want a house and a wife
I want to shimmy-shimmy-shimmy
Education, fornication, in you are go
Education subjugation, now you're out go
Education fornication, in you are go
Don't be late for school again girl
I think me, I want life
I think me, I want a house and a wife
I want to shimmy-shimmy-shimmy
Through the break of dawn yeah
I think me, I want life
I think me, I want a house and a wife
I want to shimmy-shimmy-shimmy
Through the break of dawn yeah
Indoctrination of a nation
Indoctrination of a nation
Subjugation of damnation
Subjugation of damn
Don't be late for school again boy
Don't be late for school again girl
Don't be late for school again boy
Don't be late for school again girl
The lyrics of System Of A Down's "Shimmy" explore the themes of education and conformity. The song begins with a repetition of the phrases "education, fornication, in you are go", highlighting the idea that education is not just about learning, but also involves sexual repression and control. This is reinforced by the line "education subjugation, now you're out go", which suggests that a person's individuality is suppressed in the process of receiving education.
As the song progresses, the singer expresses his desire for a traditional life, with a house and a wife. However, he also wants to "shimmy-shimmy-shimmy through the break of dawn", which can be interpreted as a desire to break free from the societal norms and expectations that come with education and relationships.
The final verse of the song contains the lines "indoctrination of a nation, subjugation of damnation", suggesting that the education system in place is a form of indoctrination that results in damnation or complete mental and spiritual enslavement.
Overall, the lyrics of "Shimmy" seem to be critical of the education system's role in shaping the minds and behaviors of society, urging individuals to break free from its constraints and live life on their own terms.
Line by Line Meaning
Education, fornication, in you are go
The system cultivates and encourages promiscuity among students.
Education subjugation, now you're out go
The education system oppresses individuals, brainwashing them into conforming to societal norms and punishing them if they resist.
Education fornication, in you are go
The system encourages young people to indulge in sex and promiscuity.
Don't be late for school again boy
Young men need to comply with the expectations of the education system or face punishment.
I think me, I want life
Individuals desire to live life on their own terms and not be controlled by external forces.
I think me, I want a house and a wife
Individuals want to have a home of their own and experience companionship and love.
I want to shimmy-shimmy-shimmy
Through the break of dawn yeah
People want to dance and celebrate life despite societal expectations and constraints.
Indoctrination of a nation
The system brainwashes individuals into conforming to societal expectations and norms.
Subjugation of damnation
Those who resist the system are punished and deemed damned.
Don't be late for school again boy
Boys must comply with societal expectations or face the harsh consequences of the education system.
Don't be late for school again girl
Girls must comply with societal expectations or face the harsh consequences of the education system.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DARON MALAKIAN, SHAVO ODADJIAN, JOHN DOLMAYAN, SERJ TANKIAN
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