Imagine a world where apathy and inaction pave the way for future generations to face the same or even worse injustices—this song is a chilling reminder of that. Inspired by the Spanish Civil War, it stresses the importance of standing up against oppression, even if it feels far removed from our daily lives. The lyrics highlight the dangers of complacency, suggesting that tolerating present wrongs leads to a bleak future. With poignant lines like "So if I can shoot rabbits then I can shoot fascists," it draws a stark parallel between trivial actions and significant moral decisions. The message is clear: taking a stand today is crucial to prevent a cycle of cruelty and violence from being passed down to our children.
If You Tolerate This Your Children Will Be Next
Lyrics
The future teaches you to be alone
The present to be afraid and cold
"So if I can shoot rabbits then I can shoot fascists"
Bullets for your brain today
But we'll forget it all again
Monuments put from pen to paper
Turns me into a gutless wonder
And if you tolerate this then your children will be next
And if you tolerate this then your children will be next
Will be next, will be next, will be next
Gravity keeps my head down
Or is it maybe shame
At being so young and being so vain
Holes in your head today
But I'm a pacifist
I've walked La Ramblas but not with real intent
And if you tolerate this then your children will be next
And if you tolerate this then your children will be next
Will be next, will be next, will be next, yeah will be next
And on the street tonight
An old man plays with newspaper cuttings of his glory days
And if you tolerate this then your children will be next
And if you tolerate this then your children will be next
Will be next, will be next, will be next
Writer(s): James Bradfield, Nicholas Jones, Sean Moore
Copyright(s): Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
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