This song seemingly tackles the methods of deception those who manipulate others use to get victims to follow their demands, as well as diverting attention away from important issues. They'll also use it as a means to convince people to hate or kill others by pretending acts of terrorism were committed by the enemy when the acts themselves were done by the masters of control to promote discrimination and hate. It also reinforces the idea that these manipulative forces operate in various locations, infiltrating everyday life without detection, and propagate any and everywhere.
In general, it highlights the danger of hidden agendas, manipulation, and distraction, serving as a critique of those who exploit chaos and confusion to control and gain power, depicting a cautionary tale against falling into their traps. It encourages us to question the narratives presented to us and remain vigilant against manipulation in various parts of society.
Well, if you want to sing out, sing out
And if you want to be free, be free
'Cause there's a million things to be
You know that there are
And if you want to live high, live high
And if you want to live low, live low
'Cause there's a million ways to go
You know that there are
You can do what you want
The opportunity's on
And if you find a new way
Well, you can do it today
You can make it all true
And you can make it undo
You see, ah-ah-ah
It's easy, ah-ah-ah
You only need to know
Well, if you want to say yes, say yes
And if you want to say no, say no
'Cause there's a million ways to go
You know that there are
And if you want to be me, be me
And if you want to be you, be you
'Cause there's a million things to do
You know that there are
You can do what you want
The opportunity's on
And if you find a new way
You can do it today
You can make it all true
And you can make it undo
You see, ah-ah-ah
It's easy, ah-ah-ah
You only need to know
Well, if you want to sing out, sing out
And if you want to be free, be free
'Cause there's a million things to be
You know that there are
You know that there are
You know that there are
You know that there are
You know that there are
And if you want to be free, be free
'Cause there's a million things to be
You know that there are
And if you want to live high, live high
And if you want to live low, live low
'Cause there's a million ways to go
You know that there are
You can do what you want
The opportunity's on
And if you find a new way
Well, you can do it today
You can make it all true
And you can make it undo
You see, ah-ah-ah
It's easy, ah-ah-ah
You only need to know
Well, if you want to say yes, say yes
And if you want to say no, say no
'Cause there's a million ways to go
You know that there are
And if you want to be me, be me
And if you want to be you, be you
'Cause there's a million things to do
You know that there are
You can do what you want
The opportunity's on
And if you find a new way
You can do it today
You can make it all true
And you can make it undo
You see, ah-ah-ah
It's easy, ah-ah-ah
You only need to know
Well, if you want to sing out, sing out
And if you want to be free, be free
'Cause there's a million things to be
You know that there are
You know that there are
You know that there are
You know that there are
You know that there are
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If You Want To Sing Out, Sing Out Lyrics as written by Yusuf Islam
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"Bite Me", are you white? If so, I am angry at you for blowing up the Federal Building in Oklahoma City, and for killing children in Ireland. Just because someone is Muslim does not mean they are a terrorist. Muslim beliefs do not lend themselves to terrorist activity any more than Chrisitan, Jewish, Hindu, Buddhist, or any other set of beliefs. Cat (or Yusuf Islam, as he is now known) has publicly said "they have hijacked my religion." You should think about what you are saying before you make descriminating comments towards a huge percentage of the world's population. Willfully ignorant people are the reason that everyone who looks like they came from the Middle East gets called a terrorist, and the reason that such groups have seen a huge upswell in hate crime. Someone from your race has killed people too. Just think about that... you terrorist.
i love these lyrics. some of the best ive ever seen, such an awesome song.
fucking talk about the song, god damnit. or ala damnit whateverrr
Since nobody's going to state the meaning.
The song is basically about doing what you feel, and not letting anyone or anything prevent you from doing it.
best song to listen to after quitting a job you hate...
THis is the best song it's my best friend and i song it is so beautifal
I of course adore this song, but am bothered by 'Bite Me'. where in the world did you get such unfounded information? He is a muslim, does that automatically incriminate him? Think before you present yourself so ignorantly.
i love this song. this is like my motto. i love just running around making a fool out of myself. i just dont understand those people who cant be crazy once ina while or care too much about what people think. just "be you."
Ummm, he hijacked a plane? Let's not start attacking people because of looks.
You dickheads. Seriously pathetic.