Solidarity
Unveiling the Resilient Spirit: Enter Shikari's Anthem of Solidarity
Lyrics
Here tonight I clock a thousand heads
Observing a large crowd gathered here tonight.
Here to unite, through common dreads
People are here to unite, driven by shared anxieties (common dreads).
Now who's with me?
Asking who is willing to join in solidarity.
Now who's with me?
Reiterating the call for unity.
Something trips inside
An awakening or realization occurs.
That's been dormant for a thousand years
An intense feeling that has been dormant for a long time surfaces.
Now we can no longer hide
No longer able to conceal these fears.
The immediacy of these fears
The urgency and immediacy of these fears become apparent.
Our names will not be writ on water
Our actions and impact will be lasting and significant.
And we don't need an ark
Emphasizing self-sufficiency, not needing an ark.
One day I know the dam will collapse
Belief that societal structures will eventually collapse.
And we will be the current
We will be the force driving change.
Yes, what have you got for me?
Seeking what the collective has to offer or contribute.
And now the flood gates will open
A metaphorical opening of flood gates, a decisive moment.
Strike
A powerful action or strike, possibly against oppressive forces.
You cannot open the door
Obstacles preventing change or progress.
You cannot open the door
Reinforcing the difficulty of overcoming obstacles.
We will sing as one in solidarity
Commitment to singing together in solidarity.
We will swim together
Metaphorically swimming together, moving forward collectively.
No longer treading water
No longer stagnant, actively moving forward with the tide.
We're flowing with the tide
Going with the natural flow of change and progress.
And you can taste the night
Savoring the current moment.
Don't waste the night
Encouraging not to waste the opportunity presented by the night.
We will sing as one in solidarity
Reiteration of singing together in solidarity.
We will sing together
Continuation of the commitment to collective action through singing.
And still we will be here
Despite challenges, the collective will persist and endure.
Standing like statues
Symbolic imagery of remaining steadfast like statues.
The time is now, belt it brothers
It's time to act decisively and boldly.
We will sing as one in solidarity
Reiteration of the commitment to sing together in solidarity.
We will sing together
Continued emphasis on collective action through singing.
We will sing as one in solidarity
Repeating the commitment to sing together in solidarity.
We will sing together
Emphasizing the power of collective singing.
We will sing as one in solidarity
Emphasizing unity through singing together.
We will sing together
Repetition of the commitment to sing together in solidarity.
We will sing as one in solidarity
Continued emphasis on unity through singing together.
We will sing together
Final affirmation of the commitment to sing together in solidarity.
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