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Beijing to Seoul, Beirut to London
Referencing various global cities, suggesting a broad international perspective.
A red flag's hoisting to the skies
Symbolizing a nation's emblem being raised, possibly denoting a significant event or movement.
As if to say our time is coming
Expressing a sense that a crucial moment for a collective group is approaching.
As if a sun's begun to rise
Comparing the unfolding events to the beginning of a new day or era.
And can you hear the children singing
Highlighting the voices of children singing, portraying hope for a positive future.
About a future fair for all
Imagining a better future that is just and fair for everyone.
They'll live to see that red flag waving
Anticipating the realization of a symbol, the red flag, representing change and progress.
They'll live to see this order fall
Suggesting the downfall of the existing order, paving the way for a new one.
The old world dies in sheets of flame
Describing the end of the old world through intense destruction, possibly symbolizing a revolution.
Its banks destroyed, its streets on fire
Depicting widespread chaos with the destruction of banks and streets engulfed in flames.
And even stone is not written in stone
Challenging the permanence of established structures, emphasizing change.
The world is made of our desire
Conveying the idea that the world is shaped by human aspirations and ambitions.
With open eyes, and a sense of mission
Emphasizing a purposeful and aware approach to realizing a shared vision.
We'll realize our dream some day
Expressing optimism about achieving a dream in the future.
A universal recognition
Calling for universal acknowledgment of principles such as justice, healthcare, and equal pay.
Of justice, healthcare, equal pay
Advocating for global equality and fairness.
And can you hear the world insisting
Indicating a collective demand for change, represented by a shared song.
A single song in every throat
Imagining a new international system, but acknowledging limited participation in its establishment.
On a new international system
Reiterating the theme of the old world's demise through fiery imagery.
For which they'll never let us vote
Highlighting the resistance or exclusion from participating in shaping the new international system.
The old world dies in sheets of flame
Repeating the idea of the old world's destruction in a fiery manner.
Its banks destroyed, its streets on fire
Reiterating the chaos and destruction in the old world.
And even stone is not written in stone
Reemphasizing the malleability of established structures and systems.
The world is made of our desire!
Affirming that the world is shaped by human desires and aspirations.
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