They were looking for me when I came back
Said hey you, you're looking very suspicious
I said relax man get off my back
I said relax man get off my back
But you're going about it all wrong
The man you're looking for does not exist
He's just a figment of the higher man's tongue
Open up we're coming inside
You can't run so you may as well hide
We got the place covered from head to toe, head to toe
Open up we're coming inside
What's it feel like to know you're going to die
On the other side of the row
On the other side of the row
On the other side of the row
And this boy he said to me
Why do you smile when the rope's around your neck
I said I tell you boy when I get back
I said I tell you boy when I get back
But you're going about it all wrong
The man you're looking for does not exist
He's just a figment of the higher man's tongue
He's just a victim of the higher man's tongue
Open up we're coming inside
You can't run so you may as well hide
We got the place covered from head to toe, head to toe
Open up we're coming inside
What's it feel like to know you're going to die
On the other side of the row
On the other side of the row
On the other side of the row
Que le via bien
Step out of line and we'll fill you with lead
How are we to know that you are not a liar
Don't you see we have a job to do
And our job is the law, job is the law
You fit the description of a criminal crosser
We believe that he is you and that is your flaw
That is your flaw
That is your flaw
That is your flaw
That is your flaw
That is your flaw
That is your flaw
Open up we're coming inside
You can't run so you may as well hide
We got the place covered from head to toe, head to toe
Open up we're coming inside
What's it feel like to know you're going to die
On the other side of the row
On the other side of the row
On the other side of the row
On the other side of the row
This song to me is about Jesus. He was arrested because of what people said about him. "He's just a victim of the higher man's tongue"...and when he was put on the cross..."Hands about your head, Que le via bien, Step out of line and we'll you with lead"...that sounds a lot like what Jesus went through. and how he said, " Why do you smile when the rope's around your neck? I said I'llt ell you boy when i get back." that song just totally reminds me of Jesus's events. And Dispatch Rocks!!
lol idky ppl are bashin you for what you interpret the song to mean, if any1 else can tell me exactly what the song means, they should all just shut up on your intepretations, because, as far as ive read, every1 else has just said I THINK, so they dont no an better than you, i like the way you associated it, especially the when i get back, anyway, im not gonna hate on you for thinking what you think, thatd b dumb
lol idky ppl are bashin you for what you interpret the song to mean, if any1 else can tell me exactly what the song means, they should all just shut up on your intepretations, because, as far as ive read, every1 else has just said I THINK, so they dont no an better than you, i like the way you associated it, especially the when i get back, anyway, im not gonna hate on you for thinking what you think, thatd b dumb
@Skygrlzz Like I said I agree with both sides of the discussion. It could be the border, It could be Jesus but there is one thing for sure, DISPATCH ROCKS!!!!!! I am going to their concert next month and lucky us, Its here in VA!
@Skygrlzz Like I said I agree with both sides of the discussion. It could be the border, It could be Jesus but there is one thing for sure, DISPATCH ROCKS!!!!!! I am going to their concert next month and lucky us, Its here in VA!
I had not made a connection to Jesus with this song, and actually I don't really think it is about Jesus. But after reading the lyrics, I can certainly see similarities to Jesus' persecution and crucifixion. Music is all about how a given song speaks to you, and just because schleisse and big eyed phish don't see it as pertaining to Jesus, I don't see how that gives you the right to bash skygrlzz's interpretation of it. I know that this is an open forum and you can say what you want, but I imagine if mad braddigan knew what was going on, he'd tell you to lay off and let the song speak to her however it may.
I believe this song was written by Chad. And I believe this a more straightforward Dispatch song, its about the Mexican Border. The title is a big hint. This song is about Chad's belief to relax the border. And its also about the persecution of those who make it accross a key line is "You match the description of a criminal crosser." Also, don't freak out when people mention Jesus and Dispatch. Braddigan is very seriously religuous. (listen to Past the Falls). While I don't think that this song is about religion, don't go nuts on people who do think that. The beauty of music is that it can be interpreted differently ESPECIALLY the music of Dispatch.
I think that Open Up is about the Mexican border and Jesus. They were looking for me when I came to they were looking for me when I came back, means that the guards of the border were searching for people like him when they were crossing the border. They said hey you look very suspicious I said relax man get off my back, means that you look like a criminal and you want the person to know that you are not a criminal. I, I, I ain't opposed to seeking justice
But you're going about it all wrong
The man you're looking for does not exist
He's just a figment of the higher man's tongue, means that he does not want to argue and your wrong about me I am not bad, The person you want to see is not here and I'm not him and figment of the other mans tongue means It is something that might seem real but is actually not.
And they say
Open up we're coming inside
You can't run so you may as well hide
We got the place covered from head to toe, head to toe
Open up we're coming inside
What's it feel like to know you're going to die
On the other side of the row, means hey look out we are coming to inspect you we have you and all you can do is hide from us and we have security from one side of the wall to the other and we will kill you on the other side of the wall. So they took me down to the gallows
And this boy he said to me
Why do you smile when the rope's around your neck
I said I tell you boy when I get back, this part relates to Jesus though. The gallows are prison and people get executed sadly for crossing the border illegally and legally. Here is the jesus part- The line "Why do you smile when the rope's around your neck?" could symbolize resilience in the face of suffering, much like how Jesus remained composed during his trial and execution.
Hands above your head
Hands above your head Que le via bien Step out of line and we'll fill you with lead How are we to know that you are not a liar Don't you see we have a job to do And our job is the law, job is the law You fit the description of a criminal crosser We believe that he is you and that is your flaw That is your flaw , Hands above your head your arrested and que le via bien means have a good day and if you cross the line we shoot you. We do not have proof you are not a liar [they do not have proof you are a LIAR!!!] and it is our duty and our job is the law and you fit descriptions of a illegal immigrant and we think you are one and that is your flaw.
I think this song is really sad in these times with Trump as president. This takes place here in the USA! This song relates too much when you get the lyrics. Well that is my political opinion
@Farmgirl15891 skygirls I agree with you completely and I agree with me. I think it can be both sides and I'm going to a dispatch concert right here in VA!!!!!
@Farmgirl15891 skygirls I agree with you completely and I agree with me. I think it can be both sides and I'm going to a dispatch concert right here in VA!!!!!
If I were to give them feedback, I’d say: your passion is clear, and the way you connect lines to broader ideas, Jesus, injustice, fear, hope; it makes the song feel alive and important. Maybe just tighten up the writing in places so your message lands even stronger. But your heart’s in it, and that always comes through.
If I were to give them feedback, I’d say: your passion is clear, and the way you connect lines to broader ideas, Jesus, injustice, fear, hope; it makes the song feel alive and important. Maybe just tighten up the writing in places so your message lands even stronger. But your heart’s in it, and that always comes through.
This songs about how the law is misused by police. If they have a case that needs to be solved they just blame someone even if they have nothing to do with the case. If they think it is you then it is you(You fit the description of a criminal crosser/We believe that he is you and that is your flaw). This song kicks ass...one of my favorite dispatch songs. It carries one of my favorite dispatch quotes...."And this boy he said to me,"Why are you smiling when the ropes around your neck."/I said,"I'll tell ya' boy when i get back." That's phat as shit...
what a catchy song.. and the lyrics are wicked true too.. about how much the authority abuses their privilages and the law itself. i definitely dont htink its about jesus, at all. peace
Thank u scheisse for telling skygrlzz that. I totally agree with u. skygrlzz has said that about like every dispatch song, She is so full of it.
The onle problem with this song is how it messes with people perception of cops jobs
Its still a great song though
skygrlzz has only made one comment - about this song. she couldn't have related other songs to jesus. sorry, misalinus...
tarheellax, i completely agree with you, hence my second comment - misalinus was making a false generalization. my "damn the jesus crap" came across as rather strong, but it's just because every single dispatch song has been connected to jesus by SOMEONE. i fully respect everyone's right to their own opinions about songs (unlike some people i've encountered), and i'm sorry if i came off as sounding intolerant or rude.
it's not about Jesus (like The General) it's about the police abusing authority
What opinion do have about trump now after you have read the lyrics to open up? I always will hate him! Well not hate that's kind of a strong word. Dislike him! I just want to know!