Frank Turner - 1933 Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What inspired Frank Turner to write the song '1933'?

   Frank Turner was inspired to write '1933' after reading articles that suggested the alt-right was akin to punk rock. This notion filled him with incredulity and anger, prompting him to create a song that addresses his concerns about the resurgence of such ideologies.

2. Why is the song titled '1933'?

   '1933' refers to the year when the Nazis came to power in Germany. Frank Turner chose this title to highlight a historical moment of significant political shift, drawing a parallel to contemporary events he perceived as similarly momentous during the year 2016.

3. What does Frank Turner mean by 'The first time it was a tragedy, the second time is a farce' in '1933'?

   This line in '1933' alludes to a famous quote by Karl Marx, suggesting that history repeats itself first as tragedy and then as farce. Here, Turner is commenting on how past horrors (like those of 1933) seem to be repeating themselves in modern times but in a more absurd or grotesque manner.

4. How does Frank Turner describe his feelings about current global events in '1933'?

   In '1933', Frank Turner expresses confusion and disillusionment with current global events. He mentions that although there's a new light (change), it doesn't make him feel warm or hopeful. Instead, he warns against mistaking destructive changes for new beginnings ('Don't go mistaking your house burning down for the dawn').