Nigeria
Unveiling Societal Greed: Stray from the Path's 'Nigeria' Meaning
Lyrics
How could we be so damn gullible?
Expressing disbelief and questioning our susceptibility to deception.
It shows just how greedy we all can be
Highlighting the widespread greed present in society.
To be persuaded by such an obvious scheme
Criticizing the ease with which people are swayed by obvious scams.
The thought of fortunes blind us from our common sense
Noting how the pursuit of wealth can blind individuals to common sense.
And in return
Beginning a commentary on the negative consequences of certain actions.
And in return we get bankruptcy and distress
Describing the adverse outcomes, such as bankruptcy and distress, received in exchange for certain choices.
And abundance of black money that's impossible to be cleaned
Pointing out the presence of untraceable illicit money obtained through questionable means.
Since 1996 they have ripped off savings from our families
Accusing a group or system of taking advantage of people's savings since 1996.
Destroying lives and industries
Highlighting the destructive impact on lives and industries caused by the alleged actions mentioned.
But you just laugh and dance at our ignorance
Criticizing the indifference or amusement shown toward the ignorance of the affected individuals.
But it's reasons like these that make the world a disgrace
Asserting that incidents like these contribute to making the world shameful.
No players in your game anymore
Stating that the traditional dynamics of power or influence are no longer applicable.
No winners or losers, we are both pathetic
Expressing a sense of mutual failure, with no distinction between winners and losers.
We are both pathetic
Reiterating the shared sense of inadequacy or failure.
You go chop their dollar
Referring to the act of benefiting from corrupt practices, possibly directed at specific individuals or groups.
You go chop their dollar
Repeating the notion of gaining from dishonest gains.
But all the money you take will still make you worth nothing
Emphasizing that despite accumulating wealth through questionable means, one's true worth remains diminished.
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