Lyrics
Smoke hangs in the air to the east of the river
Describing the presence of smoke in the eastern part of the river.
And the truncheons are primed and keen to deliver
Indicating that law enforcement is prepared and eager to take action.
A reaction to glass smashed and fire on the wheels
Referring to a response triggered by vandalism and fire involving vehicles.
They're coming back with steel
Suggesting a retaliatory response involving the use of weapons.
When you nip at their heels they wanna come on strong
When provoked, there is a strong reaction from the mentioned group.
Nothing to do but to keep battlin' on and on and on
Emphasizing the persistent nature of the struggle or conflict.
So come on down and get in the mix
Inviting others to join and participate in the conflict.
We get our kicks with bottles and bricks
Expressing engagement in violent actions using bottles and bricks.
When we walk together it feels alright
Feeling a sense of unity and satisfaction when walking together.
Meet me in the street
Encouraging a meeting in the street, possibly for a collective purpose.
Seven blocks north of the avenue
Specifying a location seven blocks north of the avenue.
We're throwing rocks at the boys in blue
Engaging in confrontational actions against law enforcement (boys in blue).
Sliver spoon suckers headed for a fall
Criticizing individuals with privileged backgrounds who are destined for failure.
And justice for all
Advocating for justice for everyone, regardless of background.
They got the skeleton key to every door
Referring to those in power who have access to every opportunity.
Can't they help but to keep on taking more and more and more?
Questioning the insatiable nature of those in power, always wanting more.
The lie is the law and no friend is the hand
Suggesting that lies govern the law, and those in authority are not true friends.
That points and commands
Highlighting the commanding nature of those in power, pointing to injustice.
In a bad way and out in the rough
Describing a difficult and challenging situation, possibly in the urban environment.
We're in the city just to tell them enough's enough's enough
Being present in the city to convey that enough is enough, emphasizing frustration.
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