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Roger Waters The Powers That Be Lyrics
Total views: 2 times this week / Rating: 8/10 [6 votes]Album: Radio K.A.O.S. / Original Release Date: 1987-06-15Genre: RockSong Duration: 4 min 36 sec
ROGER WATERS
- The Powers That Be Lyrics / with translationsThe powers that be
They like a tough game
No rules
Some you win, some you lose
Competition's good for you
They're dying to be free
They're the powers that be
They like a bomb proof cadillac
Air conditioned, gold taps
Back seat gun rack, platinum hub caps
they pick horses of courses
They're the market forces
Nice car Jack
They like order, make-up, lime light power
Game shows, rodeos, star wars, TV
They're the power that be
If you see them come,
You better run - run
You better run on home
Sisters of mercy better join your brothers
Put a stop to the soap opera right now
They say the toothless get ruthless
You better run on home
You better run - run
You better run on home
The powers that be
They like treats, tricks, carrots and sticks
They like fear and loathing, the like sheep's clothing
And blacked-out vans
Blacked-out vans, contingency plans
They like death or glory, they love a good story
Sisters of mercy better join with your brothers
Put a stop to the soap opera state
They say the toothless get ruthless
Run home before its too late
You better run - run
You better run on home
Billy: Goodnight, Jim.
Jim: Goodnight, Billy.
Uncle David's Great Dane: Woof, woof, woof!
The canyon - daytime. Billy plays with Great Uncle David's Great Dane.
Paraquat Kelly: Bull heads, three red snapper, one pink
snapper and your Pacific coastal thench hosemonster fish
Cynthia Fox: Ohhh! At Sky David's juke joint of joy reports, forty
under the console giggle stick ling cod, twenty-three purple perches
four sledgehammerhead sharks, and no red snappers.
Paraquat Kelly: Hey and that'll do for the triumphant return of the
fish report with a beat.
Jim: We think of it is a mainstreet, but to the rest of the country
it's Sunset Strip. You're listening to KAOS in Los Angeles.
They like a tough game
No rules
Some you win, some you lose
Competition's good for you
They're dying to be free
They're the powers that be
They like a bomb proof cadillac
Air conditioned, gold taps
Back seat gun rack, platinum hub caps
they pick horses of courses
They're the market forces
Nice car Jack
They like order, make-up, lime light power
Game shows, rodeos, star wars, TV
They're the power that be
If you see them come,
You better run - run
You better run on home
Sisters of mercy better join your brothers
Put a stop to the soap opera right now
They say the toothless get ruthless
You better run on home
You better run - run
You better run on home
The powers that be
They like treats, tricks, carrots and sticks
They like fear and loathing, the like sheep's clothing
And blacked-out vans
Blacked-out vans, contingency plans
They like death or glory, they love a good story
Put a stop to the soap opera state
They say the toothless get ruthless
Run home before its too late
You better run - run
You better run on home
Billy: Goodnight, Jim.
Jim: Goodnight, Billy.
Uncle David's Great Dane: Woof, woof, woof!
The canyon - daytime. Billy plays with Great Uncle David's Great Dane.
Paraquat Kelly: Bull heads, three red snapper, one pink
snapper and your Pacific coastal thench hosemonster fish
Cynthia Fox: Ohhh! At Sky David's juke joint of joy reports, forty
under the console giggle stick ling cod, twenty-three purple perches
four sledgehammerhead sharks, and no red snappers.
Paraquat Kelly: Hey and that'll do for the triumphant return of the
fish report with a beat.
Jim: We think of it is a mainstreet, but to the rest of the country
it's Sunset Strip. You're listening to KAOS in Los Angeles.
Facts about The Powers That Be
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The Powers That Be is written by George Roger Waters.
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It is first released on June 15, 1987 as part of Roger Waters's album "Radio K.A.O.S." which includes 8 tracks in total. This song is the 3rd track on this album.
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When we dive into the story the lyrics are telling, the track 'The Powers That Be' from Roger Waters is a clear-cut critique against the powerful forces controlling society, suggesting that these powers act like deceptive and tyrannical figures that feed on fear and manage through it. The music conveys a message about unity and a need to fight back as a means to avoid being overrun by the power, thus calling for the individual to run to his/her home and find safety before the situation gets worse. The powers that be lyrics primarily highlight social commentary, rage, empowerment, liberty, and angst. However, the song also points out the dichotomy of power and control, fear and survival, and critique of society. The lyrics refer to some adult themes and give a nod to competition and social problems, which might not be suitable for very young kids. At the same time, since there is no profanity, violence, or drug use involved, the song can still be classified with a PG rating.
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The Powers That Be falls under the genre Rock.
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The Powers That Be song length is 4 minutes and 36 seconds.
Who wrote The Powers That Be lyrics?
The Powers That Be is written by George Roger Waters.
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When was The Powers That Be released?
It is first released on June 15, 1987 as part of Roger Waters's album "Radio K.A.O.S." which includes 8 tracks in total. This song is the 3rd track on this album.
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What is the meaning behind The Powers That Be lyrics?
When we dive into the story the lyrics are telling, the track 'The Powers That Be' from Roger Waters is a clear-cut critique against the powerful forces controlling society, suggesting that these powers act like deceptive and tyrannical figures that feed on fear and manage through it. The music conveys a message about unity and a need to fight back as a means to avoid being overrun by the power, thus calling for the individual to run to his/her home and find safety before the situation gets worse. The powers that be lyrics primarily highlight social commentary, rage, empowerment, liberty, and angst. However, the song also points out the dichotomy of power and control, fear and survival, and critique of society. The lyrics refer to some adult themes and give a nod to competition and social problems, which might not be suitable for very young kids. At the same time, since there is no profanity, violence, or drug use involved, the song can still be classified with a PG rating.
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Which genre is The Powers That Be?
The Powers That Be falls under the genre Rock.
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How long is the song The Powers That Be?
The Powers That Be song length is 4 minutes and 36 seconds.
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these lyrics are submitted by Kaylene McLaughlinSongwriter(s): George Roger Waters
Record Label(s): 1987 Sony Music Entertainment Inc
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