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The meaning of the lyrics of the song "E for Extinction" by the artist "Thousand Foot Krutch"

The song "E for Extinction" by Thousand Foot Krutch speaks of transformation and the fight for survival. The lyrical hero, and subsequently a whole group, undergoes changes, becoming stronger and more determined.

The opening lines describe this transformation, a sense of novelty and anticipation of the future. The phrase "I won't back down without a fight" sets the tone for the entire track, emphasizing the willingness to fight for their place in the world.

This is followed by challenging, almost aggressive lines addressed, perhaps, to those who doubt them or pose a threat. It's a call to action, a demonstration of strength and self-confidence.

The recurring motif "We are what you made us" can be interpreted in two ways. On the one hand, it may be an appeal to a creator who is responsible for their appearance. On the other hand, it could be a challenge to a society that, through its actions (or inaction), has forced them to change.

The chorus "When we're movin', We're masqueraded, We're waitin' in the shadows..." paints a picture of hidden power, ready for action. They are waiting in the wings to show what they are capable of.

The final lines "Are you ready for me?" are addressed directly to the listener, involving them in what is happening. It is a challenge, a question that makes you think about your own readiness for change and struggle.

I'm not the same as yesterday

Ooh... It's hard to explain

How things have changed

But I'm not the same as before

And I know there's so much more ahead

I can barely believe that I'm here

And I won't surrender quietly

Step up and watch me go

Break down, ya really want it?

Wanna make a scene?

Show me what ya mean

Let's get it started

Let me see whatcha got

Can ya take it up a notch?

Don't think you got it

Can't handle the pressure?

Get, off, stop talkin' about it

Gotta make this count, let's go

When we move

We camouflage ourselves

We stand in the shadows waiting

We live for this and nothing more

We are what you created

I can feel the storm

The winds have changed

Ooh... ‘Cause we're worlds a part

But just the same

But we won't leave the way that we came

And I know there's so much more ahead

I can barely believe that we're here

We won't surrender quietly

Step up and watch it go

Break down, ya really want it?

Wanna make a scene?

Show me what ya mean

Let's get it started

Let me see whatcha got

Can ya take it up a knotch?

Don't think you got it

Can't handle the pressure?

Get, off, stop talkin' about it

Gotta make this count, let's go

When we move

We camouflage ourselves

We stand in the shadows waiting

We live for this and nothing more

We are what you created

Are you ready? Are ya ready?

Are ya ready for me?

Are you ready? Are ya ready?

Are ya ready to see?

[3x:]

When we move

We camouflage ourselves

We stand in the shadows waiting

We live for this and nothing more

We are what you created

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