He Had a Dream by The Vone (2024)

He Had a Dream

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Sabotage is voluntary suffering
I choose to shoot my foot and keep on blundering
When most that's ever felt is pre-conceptual
Betraying my attempt at intellectual
Here comes another
Jumping on the wave
No self-controller
Here comes another

Overactive, on the fence
No rock'n'roller
Get up off the bench and join the team
Get up off the bench and join the team
He had a dream
You shared it too
Or so it seemed…
But, only when it's comfortable for you?
No one truly breaks from their upbringing
No one ever shakes off their conditioning
So
Escape the escape
You might just stick around
But
Avoid the void
And to the ground you'll be bound
Jumping on the wave
Here comes another
Overreactive on the fence
No rock'n'roller
Get up off the bench and join the team
Get up off the bench and join the team
He had a dream
You shared it too
Or so it seemed…
But, only when it's comfortable for you?
I'm not under oath,
So I pledge my allegiance to truth
Time to grow, let it flow
Listen to the youth
I'm not scared of growth
So I pledge my defiance of you
Time to grow, let it flow
Gotta tell the truth
The truth might hurt
The likes of me and you
Time to grow, let it flow
Listen to the youth
But, that's only fear
Of the egos left to bruise
Time to grow, let it flow
Gotta tell the truth
Change the status-quo
Break the status-quo
Let it protect you no more (let it protect you no more)
Than another of colour
Forget that badge of honour
You wore for an act no longer tolerable
I know it was comfortable
You thought you could retain control
But, it's time to get accountable
It's time to step back and attract
The unaccountable
He had a dream
You shared it too
Or so it seemed…
But, only when it's comfortable for you
He had a dream
He had a dream

We have a dream
We have a dream

The lyrics to "He Had a Dream" by The Vone delve into themes of self-sabotage, breaking free from conditioning, and the importance of truth and accountability. The opening lines "Sabotage is voluntary suffering I choose to shoot my foot and keep on blundering" suggest the singer's tendency to self-sabotage and make choices that hinder their own progress. The mention of feeling pre-conceptual and betraying intellectual attempts hints at a struggle with self-awareness and personal growth.

The repeated line "Here comes another, jumping on the wave" can be interpreted as a commentary on following trends or succumbing to peer pressure without exercising individual thought or control. The call to "get up off the bench and join the team" could symbolize the need to actively engage in one's own life instead of passively following along.

The lyrics also touch on the idea of breaking free from societal conditioning and family upbringing, with lines like "No one truly breaks from their upbringing, no one ever shakes off their conditioning." The challenge to "Escape the escape" and "avoid the void" suggests a reluctance to confront uncomfortable truths or face personal growth, which can lead to feeling stuck or bound to the ground.

The song emphasizes the importance of listening to the youth, telling the truth, and challenging the status quo. The call to "change the status-quo, break the status-quo" urges listeners to question established norms and strive for progress and accountability. The repeated refrain "He had a dream, you shared it too, or so it seemed…" underscores the idea of collective dreams and aspirations, but also questions whether individuals are truly willing to commit to these ideals, especially when it becomes uncomfortable or challenging.

In conclusion, "He Had a Dream" encourages introspection, embracing truth, and breaking free from comfort zones in order to pursue personal growth and societal change. The lyrics serve as a call to action to listen to the youth, speak out against injustice, and hold oneself accountable in realizing shared dreams of a better future.

Sabotage is voluntary suffering
Choosing to self-sabotage and endure suffering willingly

I choose to shoot my foot and keep on blundering
Making poor choices and continuing to make mistakes

When most that's ever felt is pre-conceptual
Emotions experienced before being fully understood

Betraying my attempt at intellectual
Going against intellectual pursuits

Here comes another
Another opportunity or challenge arising

Jumping on the wave
Following trends or going along with the crowd

No self-controller
Lack of self-control

Overactive, on the fence
Being indecisive and overly reactive

No rock'n'roller
Not being able to handle challenges confidently

Get up off the bench and join the team
Stop being passive and contribute actively

He had a dream
Having a vision or aspiration

You shared it too
You were also part of that dream or goal

Or so it seemed…But, only when it's comfortable for you?
Appearing to support the dream only when convenient for you

No one truly breaks from their upbringing
Influences from upbringing are hard to shake off

No one ever shakes off their conditioning
Once conditioned, it's difficult to change mindset

Escape the escape
Breaking free from the cycle of escapism

Avoid the void
Steer clear of emptiness or lack of purpose

On the ground you'll be bound
Stuck in a situation or mindset

I'm not under oath, So I pledge my allegiance to truth
Committing to honesty and truthfulness

Time to grow, let it flow, Listen to the youth
Embracing growth and learning from the younger generation

But, that's only fear Of the egos left to bruise
Fear of damaging egos and pride

Change the status-quo, Break the status-quo
Challenge the existing norms and standards

Let it protect you no more
Not relying on outdated protection or defense mechanisms

He had a dream, We have a dream
Having shared dreams and aspirations

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