World Is Burning
Rising Amidst Chaos: Embracing Hope in Twisted Rose's 'World Is Burning'
Lyrics
Verse 1:
Opening verse introducing the theme of repetition in the world's troubles.
And again the same old story.
Expressing the familiarity of a recurring narrative or situation.
The world seems to fall apart.
Highlighting the perception that the world is undergoing a state of crisis or disintegration.
Too much fear and too much worry.
Pointing out excessive fear and anxiety prevalent in society.
A veil of sorrow ‘round our hearts.
Describing a pervasive sense of sadness affecting people collectively.
And the evil tries to rise and hides the truth, the news abused
Indicating a struggle against evil forces that manipulate information and damage unity.
and destroys our brotherhood.
Highlighting the impact of distorted news on the sense of brotherhood.
So let us rise together - No matter what they say! (Let’s disobey!)
Encouraging unity and resistance against negative influences, emphasizing belief in goodness.
We still believe in the good!
Reaffirming faith in positive values despite external challenges.
Why do we fight?
Raising a rhetorical question about the reasons for societal conflicts.
Pre-Chorus:
Transition to the pre-chorus, prompting introspection and connection with inner feelings.
Close your eyes – feel inside (feel…. feel) yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah!
Encouraging a sensory experience, urging listeners to feel their emotions deeply.
Chorus:
Beginning of the chorus expressing the urgency of the global situation.
Look, the world is burning
Visualizing the world in crisis, using the metaphor of burning to convey a sense of urgency.
and our time on earth just fades away.
Emphasizing the transient nature of human existence in the face of global challenges.
We must stand together
Advocating for unity and resilience against adversities.
and show that we are here – to – stay.
Asserting the enduring presence of humanity in the face of difficulties.
Verse 2:
Beginning of the second verse, acknowledging Earth's historical resilience to threats.
You know, the earth is used to danger,
Recognizing the natural challenges the Earth has faced throughout history.
to disasters, heat and ice.
Highlighting human self-inflicted wounds despite the Earth's resilience.
But it’s us that we are hurtin’
Expressing a contrast between human aspirations for paradise and the current state of harm.
while dreaming of paradise.
Reflecting on the irony that, despite abundance, humanity is causing its own suffering.
We live in milk and honey - why don’t we see that we are free?
Pointing out the unawareness of freedom in a state of abundance.
All we do is destroy.
Condemning destructive actions that counteract the benefits of prosperity.
Cause what’s worth all the money - money’s not the key
Questioning the true value of money when it fails to bring joy in the absence of worthwhile experiences.
when we’ve got nothing to enjoy?
Emphasizing the hollowness of wealth when there is nothing enjoyable or fulfilling to experience.
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