Clearly disgusted, serj sarcastically sings, “the little boy smiled, it’ll all be well.” this comment reflects directly upon the political propaganda used to satisfy the masses. In the bridge, serj brings reference to the “deer dance”-a metaphor with various interpretations. He then denounces the idleness of the american people with regard to these brutality issues, telling them “we can’t afford to be neutral on a moving train.” Serj also addresses the political propaganda of the government in the second verse with his description of official statements as a “rush of words” merely “pleading to disperse” the malcontents while a “fall guy” is called upon to take the brunt of the blow (or responsibility). Unfortunately, this may be a drastic view and not necessarily reality. Clearly, the stark contrast between the powerful and the powerless reveals the extent of the brutality-these inhumane police treat little children as if they’re threatening. In the chorus, he presents a very powerful image of the police “pushing little children” around with fully automatic weapons. In referring to a plastic existence, I believe that serj simply means a ‘fake’ existence: one of supposed content, but obvious discontent Here he addresses his sympathies with the malcontents, describing them as “peaceful, loving youth” who are merely resisting “the brutality of plastic existence”-a mask they refuse to wear any longer. In the pre-chorus, mention of the staples center (which is a sports stadium in los angeles) paints the scene to be L.A., and the police to be L.A.P.D.
However, serj presents a rather interesting idea when he labels the wounds as “rubber bullet kisses”-a satirical euphemism to mock the supposed indifference and fairness supplied by the police. The “battalions of riot police” provide “service with a smile,” merely doing their jobs to restrain public outrage. In the first verse, serj describes how the government outwits the masses using fear incited by a visible police presence. In “deer dance,” he reveals his distaste for the propaganda supplied by the government to deal with the “malcontents” in society-political ramblings and promises backed up by an imposing and brutal police presence. Serj tankian, the front man for system of a down, is recognized for clever political criticism through his lyrics (often disguised within vague metaphors and images). The approach is unvarying and rather satirical, clearly aimed at the influx of police brutality-particularly with respect to the los angeles police department.
“deer dance” is an excellent example of a song with profoundly insightful lyrics.
The title of this song refers to the saying "shooting deers in cages" (beating up on inferiors).
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