Untie Us
Unveiling the Human Condition: Hofmann's Bicycle Days - "Untie Us
Lyrics
So cruel, yet so tender and shy
Expresses a contradiction in the nature of someone or something, combining cruelty with tenderness and shyness.
haven't you noticed, please tell me why
Poses a question about whether the listener has observed or recognized something, seeking an explanation.
our children are bleeding, got blood on their knifes
Metaphorically describes the vulnerability of the younger generation, suggesting they are experiencing harm and violence.
just started knowing, and to live, their life in this box
Reflects on the early stages of life and the constrained environment in which individuals start to understand and live their lives.
deserted and wild
Introduces a contrasting environment, one that is both deserted and wild, possibly symbolizing a harsh and unpredictable reality.
Predators are roaming by, there is nowhere to hide
Depicts a threatening atmosphere where predators are present, highlighting the absence of a safe space.
born into a prison that don't even exist
Suggests individuals are born into a restrictive situation that may not be immediately apparent or tangible.
wading in blood
Uses the metaphor of wading in blood to symbolize a challenging journey or sacrifice.
to swim in the gold
Implies the pursuit of wealth or valuable experiences, even in the midst of difficulties.
Surrendered by thunder
Describes a state of vulnerability and exposure, surrounded by forces beyond one's control.
Untie us from the hunger
Calls for liberation or release from the grip of hunger, possibly metaphorical for unfulfilled desires or needs.
Untie us from the greed
Similarly calls for freedom from greed, suggesting a desire for a more selfless and equitable existence.
we are stuck here
Expresses a feeling of being trapped or confined, possibly in a challenging or adverse situation.
together
Emphasizes a collective experience of being stuck or bound together, highlighting a shared struggle.
I can't assure you that I know witch path to choose
Expresses uncertainty about the right path to choose and implies a sense of inevitability or fate.
we're already fucked you got nothing to loose
Suggests a resigned acceptance of a difficult situation, where there is seemingly nothing left to lose.
This is not the way you should be living your life
Criticizes the current way of living, implying it deviates from an ideal or desirable life.
Between the truth and lies you have all been hypnotised
Poses a dilemma between truth and lies, indicating a state of collective deception or manipulation.
Open up your eyes
Encourages awareness and understanding by urging the listener to open their eyes, both literally and metaphorically.
you are so easily confused
Highlights the ease with which individuals can be confused or misled, possibly due to external influences.
dragged down in the mud, misled, abused
Describes a state of being dragged down and abused, suggesting victimization or oppression.
So if my words can reach you through the storm that we are in
Expresses the hope that the speaker's words can penetrate the challenges or difficulties (storm) faced by the listener.
don't pass them by, you have got to let them in
Encourages the listener to pay attention to the message and not ignore it, emphasizing its importance.
Untie us from the hunger
Reiterates the plea for liberation from hunger, reinforcing the intensity of the desire for freedom.
Untie us from the greed
Reiterates the plea for liberation from greed, emphasizing the need for a more selfless and equitable existence.
We are stuck here
Restates the feeling of being stuck, creating a sense of closure and unity in the message.
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