Time to Go
Time to Go: Unveiling the Turmoil of Rebellion and Unity
Lyrics
Well we altered the face of our city, yes we've often burned it down
Expressing a history of change in the city through destruction; questioning if the union achieved the desired outcome for future generations.
Is our union what we hoped for when our children hit the ground
Raising doubts about whether the union brought about the expected results for the children born into the situation.
It's simply government and British soldiers out not who governs or unity now
Highlighting the influence of government and British soldiers, emphasizing concerns about governance and unity.
Or do you complain of what could happen if your favor isn't found
Questioning potential consequences if support or favor is not received.
It's not as plain as colonial rule no more so we've grown up with the times
Rejecting the simplicity of colonial rule, acknowledging societal evolution.
But it's as plain as coexistance not making something that binds
Emphasizing the importance of coexistence over divisive actions.
Yes catholics were incriminated, tortured and opressed
Acknowledging historical injustices against Catholics but expressing a willingness to engage in dialogue.
But we've agreed to talk now and we don't need bullet proof vests
Indicating a shift from violence to peaceful communication, dismissing the need for bulletproof vests.
So give it up, it's time to go
Encouraging the idea of letting go of past conflicts or grievances.
There'll be better jobs for us if we let it go
Suggesting that giving up can lead to better opportunities, particularly in employment.
So give it up, it's time to go
Reiterating the call to let go of grievances or conflicts.
Nobody wants to subsidise an economy that can't stand
Highlighting the economic challenges and the reluctance to subsidize a struggling economy.
We kick our legs out from underneath us every time we raise a hand
Describing a self-destructive behavior of undermining progress each time an effort is made.
Well Good Friday every fucking where is burning in my mind
Referencing the significance of Good Friday but pointing out its limited impact on issues like drug addiction.
But no accord can help the junkies with their kneecaps left behind
Expressing the inadequacy of political agreements in addressing social issues like drug addiction.
There's no desired governance or subsidation left in toil
Noting the absence of desired governance or support, with frustration about being unwanted.
Hell, they don't even want us now fed up with our turmoil
Expressing disillusionment with the lack of interest or support from others, tired of turmoil.
True rebels never grow out of the hateful adolescent phase
Reflecting on the perpetual rebellious spirit that doesn't fade with age.
For to perpetuate rebellion you need blind incessant commitment through the maze
Emphasizing the need for unwavering commitment for rebellion to persist.
We've concluded and refused to learn to assess or scrutinise
Rejecting the idea of learning from past experiences, criticizing a lack of assessment and scrutiny.
A non functioning mind is clinically dead when your mind's made up it dies
Asserting that a closed-minded approach signifies a mental death.
It's not the mastery of earth or wealth or leisure that is your contention
Distinguishing the core contention as the privilege of taxable servitude rather than mastery or wealth.
But the privilege of taxable servitude you contend against you laymen
Accusing laymen of behaving like children, frustrated with their resistance to cooperation.
Behave like fucking children every day on Downing Street
Criticizing political behavior on Downing Street as childish and uncooperative.
Who can't concede to play along or even just to meet
Expressing frustration with a lack of willingness to collaborate or negotiate.
No this isn't a bold statement, ya wanna know how I know
Asserting that the statement isn't bold, and implying that the speaker has predicted events accurately.
Whoever's celebrated a victory's always said I told ya so
Observing that those who celebrate victories often say "I told you so," highlighting a predictable outcome.
So look me in the fucking face when you point the barrel down
Challenging others to face consequences directly, rejecting the need for prayers.
No I don't need a prayer for me, just put the hammer down
Expressing a preference for direct action over prayers in the face of adversity.
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