Lionheart

In 'Lionheart,' Have Heart delivers a powerful anthem of passion, defiance, and authenticity. The song's lyrics reflect a deep commitment to a cause, a fire that burns within the narrator, driving them to live with intensity and purpose. The opening lines, 'This so-call 'shit' is what I live for, it's why I'm alive,' set the tone for a message that transcends mere music. It's about living for something greater, something that fuels the soul and keeps the narrator alive. This fire is not just a fleeting emotion but a perpetual force that demands expression and action.

The song contrasts the narrator's fervent dedication with the complacency and predictability of others. Lines like 'An unloaded gun, that will never go off' and 'a rollercoaster ride, that can't wait to stop' highlight the emptiness of living without passion. The narrator challenges others to examine their own lives, asking, 'tell me what the fuck have you put your heart into?' This question is a call to action, urging listeners to find their own fire and live with the same intensity and purpose.

The metaphor of the lion is central to the song's message. The narrator rejects the idea of being a 'tame animal restricted to the cage,' instead embracing the identity of a 'motherfucking lion roaring in your face.' This imagery conveys a sense of raw power and defiance, a refusal to be confined by societal expectations or limitations. The lion symbolizes strength, courage, and an unyielding spirit, qualities that the narrator embodies and encourages others to adopt. The song's closing lines, 'I'm doing my best, and I'm doing my part / don't criticize me man when there's no fire in your heart,' reinforce the idea that true passion and dedication are rare and should be respected, not criticized.