للوطن [Lil Watan] [English translation]

Others have tamed hurricanes to control/steer fate

But by a breeze we're blown away, and to ruin we abate

And when you dare ask about the deterioration of affairs

They silence you with slogans and conspiracy theories

The masses (literally: herd) accuse you of treason when you demand change in the motherland

They made you despair so that you sell your rights to save the lost motherland

They told you,

" Enough preaching, come dance with me a while"

" Why are you frowning? Come dance with me a while"

They taught you the anthem and said your struggle is good for the motherland

They sedated you in the artery and said your lethargy/apathy is good for the motherland

They told you,

" Enough preaching, come dance with me a while"

" Why are you frowning? Come dance with me a while"

• Artist:Mashrou’ Leila