B.Y.O.B. (Live from Astoria, 2005) System Of A Down

"B.Y.O.B." by System Of A Down, released in 2005, is a #Rock song that critiques war and the hypocrisy of those who promote it while avoiding its consequences. The lyrics highlight themes of political disillusionment and societal apathy. Musically, it features aggressive riffs and dynamic shifts, contributing to its energetic impact. The song became an anthem for anti-war movements, resonating with audiences globally.

[Intro: Daron Malakian]
Why do they always send the poor?

[Verse 1: Serj Tankian with Daron Malakian]
Barbarisms by Barbaras with pointed heels
Victorious Victorias kneel for brand-new spanking deals
Marching forward, hypocritic and hypnotic computers
You depend on our protection, yet you feed us lies from the tablecloth

[Chorus: Serj Tankian with Daron Malakian]
La, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, ooh-ooh
Everybody's going to the party, have a real good time
Dancin' in the desert, blowin' up the sunshine

[Verse 2: Serj Tankian with Daron Malakian]
Kneeling roses disappearing into Moses' dry mouth
Breaking into Fort Knox, stealing our intentions
Hangars sitting dripped in oil, crying, "Freedom!"
Handed to obsoletion; still, you feed us lies from the tablecloth

[Chorus: Serj Tankian with Daron Malakian]
La, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, ooh-ooh
Everybody's going to the party, have a real good time
Dancing in the dеsert, blowing up the sunshine
Evеrybody's goin' to the party, have a real good time
Dancin' in the desert, blowin' up the sunshine

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