Of Us
Rising from the Gutter: Unveiling Hope in BLACKOUT PROBLEMS' 'Of Us'
Lyrics
There are some left in the gutter who pick their dreams up from the floor
Some individuals face challenges but still strive to pursue their dreams despite difficulties.
Some who won't give up on the world around us all
There are people who remain optimistic and refuse to give up on improving the world.
Our books taught us strength, we can change the world
Education and experiences empower us to have the strength to make positive changes globally.
Tyrants & fuck ups will get what they deserve
Those who misuse power and make mistakes will eventually face consequences.
Breathe in deeply exhale slowly
Encouragement to take a moment, breathe deeply, and focus on personal happiness.
Tell yourself that you are happy
A reminder to affirm one's happiness to oneself.
The ones left in the gutter
Reiteration of individuals facing challenges but maintaining hope despite being in difficult situations.
Have never lost their hope
Those in challenging circumstances still hold onto hope.
Bound together as one
Unity and solidarity among those facing difficulties, emphasizing togetherness.
The poets of the walls
Reference to individuals who express themselves through art on walls, possibly graffiti or murals.
Don't you know, you're one of us
An affirmation that the listener is part of a collective, emphasizing inclusion.
We will be one You can't turn shit into gold, I'll try anyway I have to
Despite challenges, there is a commitment to unity; an attempt to turn difficult situations into something positive.
We will be one You can't turn shit into gold, you'll reap what you sow
Reiteration of the difficulty in turning challenges into something positive, with a reminder of consequences for actions.
Don't you know, you've been one of us all along - We will be one
A reaffirmation that the listener has always belonged to the collective, emphasizing a sense of belonging.
Don't you know you've been of us all along?
Confirmation that the listener has always been part of the collective, reinforcing a shared identity.
The bridges you've built will be the houses we burn down
Mention of the impact of past efforts, suggesting that structures created by others will be dismantled for change.
The world as we know It, was built on sand not solid ground
Reflection on the fragility of the current state of the world, built on unstable foundations.
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