The song lyrics were written by the band Van Halen, as they were asked to write a song for the 1979 movie "Over the Edge" starring Matt Dillon. The movie (and the lyrics, although more obliquely) are about bored, rebellious youth with nothing better to do than get into trouble. If you see the movie, these lyrics will make more sense. It's a great movie if you grew up in the 70s/80s you'll definitely remember some of these characters from your own life. Fun fact, after writing the song, Van Halen decided not to let the movie use it.
Once they've fought against it, now they serve it hot for you
The game; divide and conquer, that's the fuckin' rule and the order of the landlords is proudly approved.
Today the age of civilisation; "keep the stranger out", this is a bio-ethnic opposition based on racist trap.
I see it everyday "the ethics of dismay".
It's the mutual existence of hatred breeds our way
We're socially adored, can't you see, we're grouped
Define the level of your culture then you'll be honoured
Is it the stranger inside you hates everyone
Who are you to tell me where to belong?
Never surrender to the color of hate
The game; divide and conquer, that's the fuckin' rule and the order of the landlords is proudly approved.
Today the age of civilisation; "keep the stranger out", this is a bio-ethnic opposition based on racist trap.
I see it everyday "the ethics of dismay".
It's the mutual existence of hatred breeds our way
We're socially adored, can't you see, we're grouped
Define the level of your culture then you'll be honoured
Is it the stranger inside you hates everyone
Who are you to tell me where to belong?
Never surrender to the color of hate
Lyrics submitted by NewKid
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