We Resist
Resisting Storms: Midnight Oil's Anthem for Social Change
Lyrics
Putting flowers into guns
Symbolic act of turning something destructive into a more positive or peaceful symbol.
This is not the summer of love
Contrasts the current situation with a romanticized notion of a carefree and loving summer.
Throwing tea into the sea
Referencing historical acts of protest and defiance against oppression.
Indigenous apology
Acknowledging and expressing regret for historical injustices against indigenous people.
Only if
Conditional statement suggesting a positive outcome if a particular action is taken.
We resist
Emphasizes the importance of resistance against oppression or unfavorable circumstances.
It's a storm
Describes the challenging and turbulent nature of the struggle or resistance.
Without end
Indicates that the storm or difficult situation is ongoing and seemingly endless.
Where's the lighthouse?
Metaphorically asks for guidance or a way out of the challenging situation.
Where's a friend?
Expresses a need for support or companionship during difficult times.
Come to think
Suggests reflection on the situation, questioning its sustainability.
It can't last
Implies skepticism about the enduring nature of the difficulties being faced.
Only if
Reiteration of the conditional statement emphasizing the importance of resistance.
We resist
Reaffirms the importance of resisting adverse circumstances.
Free market and labor rights
References key societal issues related to economic and labor rights.
Women's vote and hunger strikes
Highlights historical struggles for women's rights, including the right to vote.
War is over in Times Square
References the declaration of the end of war, possibly questioning its reality.
Please don't say that nobody cares
Expresses concern that people may be indifferent to important issues.
Standing up to those who sell fear
Encourages standing up against those who use fear as a tool for manipulation.
With a polite insistence to hear
Suggests a respectful and persistent approach in countering fear-mongering.
Only if
Repetition of the conditional statement emphasizing the positive outcome through resistance.
We resist
Reiterates the ongoing and relentless nature of the challenging situation.
It's a storm
Describes the struggle or resistance as an enduring storm.
Without end
Indicates the absence of clear guidance or solutions in the midst of difficulties.
Where's the lighthouse?
Reiterates the need for guidance or support during challenging times.
Where's a friend?
Expresses a desire for companionship or assistance in navigating difficulties.
Come to think
Encourages contemplation on the sustainability of the current state of affairs.
It can't last
Suggests skepticism about the enduring nature of the challenges faced.
Only if
Reiteration of the conditional statement emphasizing the importance of resistance.
We resist
Reaffirms the importance of resisting adverse circumstances.
Only if
Repetition of the conditional statement, emphasizing the positive outcome through resistance.
We resist
Reaffirms the importance of resisting adverse circumstances.
It's a storm
Describes the struggle or resistance as an enduring and relentless storm.
A storm without end
Emphasizes the ongoing and seemingly endless nature of the challenging situation.
Where's the lighthouse?
Reiterates the need for guidance or support during challenging times.
Where's a friend?
Expresses a desire for companionship or assistance in navigating difficulties.
Come to think
Encourages contemplation on the sustainability of the current state of affairs.
It can't last
Suggests skepticism about the enduring nature of the challenges faced.
Only if
Reiteration of the conditional statement emphasizing the positive outcome through resistance.
We resist
Reaffirms the importance of resisting adverse circumstances.
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