Hands Held High

Linkin Park

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Hands Held High

Linkin Park

Lyrics

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These lyrics are about the struggles of the poor and the consequences of war.

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A person standing in a dark room with their hands held up to a bright blue sky.

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These lyrics are important because they highlight the injustices of war and the way those in power can use it to their advantage.

Meaning

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This song is about the disconnect between the wealthy and the working class in society, and how the War on Terror has affected the lives of people in Iraq and Afghanistan.

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A sun setting behind a mosque with a crowd of people in the foreground, some of them carrying a "Little Red Book" and a sign with a quote from Jean-Paul Sartre.

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Why is this important?

This song is important because it serves as a reminder of the injustices caused by American imperialism and colonialism, and how the media often fails to report on these issues. It encourages us to push back against the propaganda and to think critically about the decisions of those in power.