The American Dream Is Dead
Rallying Cry: Challenging the American Dream
Lyrics
Do you hear the voice of the people
Expressing awareness of the collective voice of the people.
As we gather here today
Gathering together in the present moment.
We're the ones with a purpose
Identifying a sense of purpose among the group.
And we're here to make a change
Expressing a collective intent to bring about change.
Listen to the cry of the desperate
Calling attention to the cries of those in desperate situations.
Of the tired and ashamed
Referring to the exhausted and humiliated members of society.
We won't take this shit anymore
Declaring a refusal to tolerate mistreatment or injustice any longer.
We are no longer afraid
Asserting a newfound lack of fear among the group.
Whoa
Expressing a strong emotion or reaction to the preceding statements.
This is supposed to be a free country
Raising a question about the perceived erosion of freedom in the country.
What happened to the American Dream
Questioning the status of the American Dream.
Or God-Damned Liberty
Mentioning liberty with strong emphasis, possibly implying frustration or anger.
Whoa
Reiterating the emotional intensity of the situation.
Don't you take my rights from me
Asserting a desire to retain personal rights.
I'm never gonna sacrifice
Expressing a refusal to compromise on the principle of equality.
My equality
Stressing the importance of individual rights and fairness.
Do you remember when it all meant something
Reflecting on a time when societal contributions were meaningful.
A job could get you what you need
Highlighting the role of employment in meeting one's needs.
But now they tax away my paychecks
Criticizing the impact of taxation on personal income.
And give it all to people who are richer than me
Expressing frustration about wealth redistribution to those already wealthier.
I just wanna feed my daughters
Desiring to provide for one's children.
I shouldn't have to live on the fucking streets
Rejecting the idea of living in poverty and desperation.
I'm not gonna let you win
Committing to resisting external pressures and challenges.
You won't take this fight from me
Asserting determination to retain the fight for justice.
Whoa
Reiterating the emotional intensity and urgency of the situation.
This is supposed to be a free country
Restating the question about the state of freedom in the country.
What happened to the American Dream
Reiterating concern about the American Dream.
Or God-Damned Liberty
Emphasizing frustration or anger regarding liberty.
Whoa
Reiterating the desire to protect personal rights.
Don't you take my rights from me
Reaffirming the commitment to uphold equality.
I'm never gonna sacrifice
Restating the refusal to compromise on the principle of equality.
My equality
Emphasizing the importance of maintaining individual rights and equality.
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