Write It Down

In 'Write It Down,' Nine Lashes delves into the frustration and isolation that comes with trying to instigate change in a world that seems resistant to it. The song opens with a sense of stagnation, highlighting the futility of waiting for things to change. The lyrics 'Such loss of time and it's still the same' encapsulate the feeling of wasted effort and the cyclical nature of unaddressed issues. The lines 'They'll raise the questions / But they'll kill the answers' suggest a society that is more interested in maintaining the status quo than in finding real solutions.

The chorus, 'Write it down / Scream it aloud / Don't let it go,' serves as a rallying cry for persistence and vocal advocacy. Despite the presence of 'deafened ears' and people 'so dead in wrong,' the song encourages the listener to continue pushing for change. The repetition of 'If only the deaf would hear' underscores the frustration of being ignored or misunderstood, a common experience for those who challenge prevailing norms or injustices.

The bridge, with its haunting repetition of 'I can make the sound / They can't hear me,' amplifies the theme of isolation. The protagonist feels alone in their struggle, 'wrapped up in all this / On my own.' This sense of solitude is a poignant reminder of the personal toll that comes with being a voice for change. Yet, the song's insistence on writing it down and screaming it aloud suggests a belief in the power of persistence and the hope that, eventually, the message will break through the silence.