Green Day's cover of 'I Fought The Law' is a classic rock song about a man who has broken the law and is now facing the consequences. The song begins with the man breaking rocks in the hot sun and then goes on to describe his attempts to evade the law. He tries to rob people with a six gun, but in the end, he still loses to the law. The song is a warning to the listener about the consequences of breaking the law. The lyrics also express the man's regret for his actions, as he misses his old girlfriend and the fun they had together. The song ends with the man accepting his fate and acknowledging that he has lost the fight against the law.
Themes:
- Rebellion
- Lost Love
- Powerlessness
Analysis
The themes of rebellion, lost love, and powerlessness are common in Green Day's music. In this song, the narrator is rebelling against the law, but ultimately loses. This theme of rebellion is seen in other songs by the band such as "Know Your Enemy" and "American Idiot". The narrator is also mourning the loss of his love, which is a theme seen in other songs like "Good Riddance (Time of Your Life)" and "Wake Me Up When September Ends". Lastly, the narrator's powerlessness is a common theme in Green Day songs like "Boulevard of Broken Dreams" and "Holiday".