Lyrically, the song is a "call to arms," but not in a literal, violent sense. Draiman explained that the song is about a —encouraging individuals to stop seeing themselves as victims or "prey" for those who thrive on division and fear.
Fourteen years later, while looking for material for their 2018 album Evolution , Donegan revisited his old recordings and played the riff for vocalist David Draiman. Draiman was immediately drawn to it, instantly "scatting" a melody over the music that would eventually become the song's signature rhythmic vocal style.
The official music video, directed by Robert Schober (Roboshobo), visualizes these themes through a sci-fi narrative: Are You Ready Disturbed
The protagonist must navigate city streets while dodging advanced spy drones and "the powers that be".
It challenges listeners to "take those mental shackles off" and project strength to discourage "predators," whether they be oppressive governments, family members, or societal entities. Lyrically, the song is a "call to arms,"
The musical foundation for the track was actually laid down in by guitarist Dan Donegan during the recording sessions for the album Ten Thousand Fists . Donegan felt the riff was strong but couldn't quite find the right way to complete the song at the time, so he filed the demo away in his personal archives.
The core intent is to break free from the constant state of fear fueled by modern headlines, which Draiman believes makes people easier to control. Futuristic Music Video Storyline Draiman was immediately drawn to it, instantly "scatting"
A futuristic, dystopian world governed by an oppressive regime.
