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Compare & Contrast
I have decided to compare and contrast two songs, John Lennon's "Imagine" and Rainbow's "Freedom's Destination". The first that I've noticed is the structure are both different. "Imagine" rhyme scheme are acbc as for "Freedom's Destination" rhyme scheme are abcd.
Another way these songs differ is Rainbow's song has more connotation's within the lyrics. Here is an example, "Chained in mediocrity so I can be like you." The words used in Lennon's songs aren't as powerful, though the song holds a meaning just as stong.
A way that they compare is they both use effective imagery that gives you a visual of what they're trying to portray. These are both excellent songs, "Freedom's Destination" is more raw and displays stronger emotions; mainly hate and anger. As for "Imagine", it's more of a peaceful lyrical poem.
"Freedom Fighter" by Rainbow
| You can’t control me tell me what to do Chained in mediocrity so I can be like you I am not a statue not part of a machine I’m sick and tired of the whole routine Calculate your future, computerise your past Instant replay if it’s gone too fast Take away my freedom, take away my home I’m only human but it might now show I’m not made of stone I’m a freedom fighter I got something to say I’m a freedom fighter get out of my way Hide behind your politics, hide behind your rules Tell me I’m a man but you treat me like a fool It’s the same old story with a different name You give us all a number and nothing changes Out in the winter of a world upon it’s knees Everyone is watching but no one sees You can’t take my freedom you know it is my right If you try and stop me I’m gonna fight With all of my might I’m a freedom fighter and I’m taking command I’m a freedom fighter and I’m making a stand Fighting for breath as the world gathers speed Time’s running out for the things that I need I’m a freedom fighter I gotta take a stand I’m a freedom fighter, yeah that’s what I am I’m a freedom fighter I can’t take it no more I’m a freedom fighter no no more I’m a freedom fighter but I’m not afraid I’m a freedom fighter get out of my way. |
"Freedom's Destination"-unknown
Some funny name.
After awhile,
They all look the same.
Grandpa went first,
Back then World War I.
And didn't come home,
'Til the job was all done.
My Dad was then ripe,
When it came time for II.
Returning as hero's,
Only missing quite a few.
A Brother was the next in line,
To risk his life and limbs,
But, Korea kind of fizzled out,
Especially for him.
Then came strife in Vietnam,
And I was 18 'when' . . .
They poked 'n had me turn 'n cough,
Then sent me off to win.
I thought when in the combat zones,
If 'ever' I go down . . .
My folks will know that I was here,
Not hiding out of town.
We all fought for freedom,
Representing our hometowns.
To be damn sure our kids had homes,
Still setting on free grounds.
The countless before,
And many since.
Whose young life's were cut short,
I am 'sure' would say this . . .
'This was my last,
I've given my all.
But if you don't mind,
Let me make 'one' last call?
When you get 'round to my marker,
And you're wondering that day.
What words to scribe upon it,
Just 'What' is left to say?
Please keep it nice 'n simple,
And I be 'forever proud' . . . .'
PLEASE LORD
PLEASE HEAR ME
NO MORE WARS
ALLOWED
"Human Rights" by Shifa Tauqir
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"Impromptu" by Lord Byron
When a man hath no freedom to fight for at home,
Let him combat for that of his neighbours;
Let him think of the glories of Greece and of Rome,
And get knocked on his head for his labours.
To do good to mankind is the chivalrous plan,
And is always as nobly requited;
Then battle for freedom wherever you can,
And, if not shot or hanged, you'll get knighted.
"Imagine" by John Lennon
Imagine there's no Heaven
It's easy if you try
No hell below us
Above us only sky
Imagine all the people
Living for today
Imagine there's no countries
It isn't hard to do
Nothing to kill or die for
And no religion too
Imagine all the people
Living life in peace
You may say that I'm a dreamer
But I'm not the only one
I hope someday you'll join us
And the world will be as one
Imagine no possessions
I wonder if you can
No need for greed or hunger
A brotherhood of man
Imagine all the people
Sharing all the world
You may say that I'm a dreamer
But I'm not the only one
I hope someday you'll join us
And the world will live as one
It's easy if you try
No hell below us
Above us only sky
Imagine all the people
Living for today
Imagine there's no countries
It isn't hard to do
Nothing to kill or die for
And no religion too
Imagine all the people
Living life in peace
You may say that I'm a dreamer
But I'm not the only one
I hope someday you'll join us
And the world will be as one
Imagine no possessions
I wonder if you can
No need for greed or hunger
A brotherhood of man
Imagine all the people
Sharing all the world
You may say that I'm a dreamer
But I'm not the only one
I hope someday you'll join us
And the world will live as one
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