The Nightwatchman

Lyrics Rise to power The Nightwatchman

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Rise to power


I counted to one hundred
I kept losin' track
I wrote one hundred letters
No one wrote back
I told one hundred stories
But all of them got twisted
I sang one hundred songs
But nobody listened

You've got to rise to power
Rise to power
Baby, you've got to rise to power
Rise to power
Rise to power
Ain't a shade of difference
'Tween the heroes and the cowards
Baby, you've got to rise to power

Forced confessions
And coming attractions
Delusions of grandeur
Split into factions
A silent dark Camelot
A kingdom grey and bland
A dull empty heaven
A strong leader's hand

You've got to rise to power
Rise to power
Baby, you've got to rise to power
Rise to power
Rise to power
You're down on your knees
Pullin' up the flowers
Baby, you've got to rise to power

No holy water
Can wash me clean
No angel of mercy
To hear my screams
Into your embrace
I'm ever driven
And in your arms
Unforgiven

You've got to rise to power
Rise to power
Baby, you've got to rise to power
Rise to power
Rise to power
The whole world's watchin'
There's a gunman in the tower
Baby, you've got to rise to power

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The lyrics RISE TO POWER of THE NIGHTWATCHMAN is also present in the album The fabled city (2008)

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Biografia

The Nightwatchman is the solo project of Tom Morello, an American guitarist and composer known for his collaborations with bands like Rage Against the Machine, Audioslave, and Street Sweeper Social Club. The stage name is inspired by the historical role of "Night Watchmen", guards who protected cities from thieves and threats. Morello uses this project to express his passion for American folk music and to address social and political issues with a direct and incisive approach. His songs are characterized by poetic lyrics, catchy melodies, and a strong protest component. Among the most representative tracks are "The Nightwatchman", "First Day of My Life" and "Burn It Down". Morello has released several albums with The Nightwatchman, including "The Nightwatchman" (2007) and "Pandemonium: A Collection of Songs from the Streets" (2016).

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