Lyrics
I'm part of the plan, a real live wire
I am an integral part of a plan, full of energy and vitality.
I'm part of the plan and part of the electric corps
I am part of the plan and also part of the electric corps, emphasizing a powerful and dynamic role.
Born to die, not to lose
I was born with a destiny to die but not to be defeated.
There's a light in the eye, it reflects fire
There is determination and passion reflected in the eyes, symbolized by fire.
It has the right to apply what's needed, hearts to soar
The determination has the right to employ necessary actions; there is a collective spirit to rise.
Don't mean to imply the light is higher
The lyrics clarify that implying the light is superior is not intended.
Nor mean to imply we can be answered for
Similarly, the song does not imply that one can be held accountable for everything.
Another down, another death on you
Referencing difficulties and challenges, expressing resilience against them.
Others that ignore your hate, dong what they do
Acknowledging those who ignore hatred and continue with their actions.
Another clown leads the band of fools
Highlighting another foolish leader or figure in society.
Another broken hear, bleeds red, white and blue
A broken heart symbolizes suffering for a cause, represented by the colors red, white, and blue.
I'm part of the plan, a real live wire
Reiteration of being a dynamic and energetic part of a plan.
I'm part of the plan and part electric sun
Emphasizing the connection to the plan and an electric sun, possibly signifying a powerful source.
Born to die, not to lose
Repetition of the idea of being born with a purpose, not destined for defeat.
I'm lost in the gone and taking fire
Feeling lost but resilient in the face of challenges, represented by taking fire.
I'm waiting for the dawn, these colors just won't run
Awaiting a new beginning, with colors symbolizing determination that won't fade.
In honor's embrace they do aspire
Aspiring to honor, reflecting on the commitment to a cause.
In honor's embrace no harder nor undone
Reiterating the commitment to honor, regardless of the difficulty or lack of recognition.
And who'll be the first man to stand in the dark of the night
Pondering who will step forward in challenging times.
And who is the last of the last men to make it all right, damn right
Identifying someone as the last hope or the ultimate solution to make things right.
A complicated problem and the question is the answer
Describing a complex issue where the question itself holds the answer.
You can give me liberty or I can give you death
Presenting a choice between liberty and death, emphasizing the importance of freedom.
Damn right
Reaffirmation of the choice for liberty, emphasizing its significance.
And if this man falls who will carry this flag to the fight
Raising a question about the continuity of a cause if a key figure falls.
And if this man falls who will carry him out of his night, damn right
Highlighting the potential consequences and the need for support in challenging times.
It's a simple answer to the brotherhood in blood
Stating that there is a straightforward solution within the bonds of brotherhood and shared sacrifice.
You can give us liberty or we can give you death
Reiterating the earlier choice between liberty and death, now expanded to a collective "us."
Damn right, you can give us liberty or we can give you death
Emphasizing the conviction that liberty is worth the ultimate sacrifice.
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