The song "Indignation and the Rise of the Arbiter" by Hopesfall seems to explore themes of revolution, change, and power struggles. The lyrics describe a sense of new perspectives and revolutions that are happening but not being acknowledged or broadcasted by the mainstream. The song also references science fiction motifs such as interplanetary travel, dark matter, and alien-robots. The chorus invites listeners to "put the paint on" and "output the photo" to "bring the race to the stars," indicating a desire to push beyond current limitations and explore new possibilities. The image of a space station waiting for a call to war suggests a potential conflict or struggle for power. The lyrics then shift to a more personal perspective, with the narrator urging listeners to "Put your all / Swing slow / Indignation is misdirected / When you stare at institution." The idea that indignation can be misdirected towards institutions rather than individuals or systems that truly deserve criticism or resistance is a common theme in social justice movements. The song also references the nostalgia of aristocrats and the rise of a new arbiter, suggesting a struggle for power and control. The final lines of the song ("I'm the Navy so old") are somewhat cryptic and could be interpreted in a number of ways, but they could potentially suggest a sense of weariness or exhaustion with the struggles described throughout the song. Overall, the lyrics seem to express a desire for change and revolution, but also a recognition that these things often come with conflict and struggle.
