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This song deals with the ever-continuing hassle between the Israeli and Palestinian states. Something that could set a great example for the rest of the world became a horror scenario with no end in sight. In our opinion both seek a wrong solution for their problems by turning to violence. That said, the Israeli government has no right to invade parts of Palestine and start colonies. Also criticism towards Israeli politics is not the same as anti-semitism, a term excessively used when someone disagrees with their views. It would be great if one day the walls will be no more and the cultural and religious differences will be accepted by both states.

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“ I’ll never meet on your terms!”
They said in twofaced parade
“I don’t share your reliefs”
“I don’t share your beliefs”

Keep on building your walls – On fake borders and guard them with guns
Keep on throwing those silly rocks – Instead of talking, fire more bombs
You cannot stand the peace they seek – integrity is for the weak
You cannot stand their holy land – because it’s yours to keep

Bring up that conversation about history and gas chambers
But you know that that’s so out of place here

Build another wall – yet another wall (2x)
Not with bricks but with muslim skulls

Keep on building your walls – On fake borders and guard them with guns
Keep on throwing those silly rocks – Instead of talking, Fire more bombs
You’ll keep on throwing shit around and it never ends
You’ll keep on throwing dirt around and it never-never ends

You rather slit their throats than confessing you are wrong
You rather slit your throat than confessing you are wrong

Keep on building your walls – On fake borders and guard them with guns
Keep on throwing those silly rocks – Instead of talking, Fire more bombs
You’ll keep on throwing shit around and it never end.
You’ll keep on throwing dirt around will it ever-ever end

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from This Season Needs Torches (LP​/​CD), released September 1, 2011

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Sweet Empire is a politically engaged melodic punk rock band from The Netherlands. Their sound is aggressive and emotional, yet melodic and playful. Mixing elements from 80's and 90's punk rock and hardcore, it is difficult to pin this four piece down to one genre. ... more

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