Song Details
- Album Release Date: 2012
- Genre: metalcore
Song Meaning of “Keep Your Hands Off (feat. Nekso)” by Hopes Die Last
‘Keep Your Hands Off (feat. Nekso)’ by Hopes Die Last is an ode to self-preservation and a call for respect of one’s personal boundaries. All too often, people in vulnerable positions, such as in a romantic relationship, are taken advantage of in order to gain something desired from the other person. The song seeks to encourage the listener to stand up for themselves and not be manipulated into giving away something they’ve worked hard for or something they are not ready to hand over.
The song takes on a more urgent tone as it questions if the listener will continue to be taken advantage of or if they will find the strength within themselves to take control of the situation. The chorus – “Don’t you touch, keep your hands off me” – lets the listener know that they are no longer going to accept any infringements upon their autonomy.
It musically leads the audience on a journey of empowerment as it uses elements of angry rock and sly hip-hop in order to convey feelings of rebellion and strength. Spliced samples and pounding beats accentuate the commanding vocals of both Hopes Die Last and Nekso. It ultimately seeks to give a voice to the voiceless and to encourage the listener to stand tall and assert their boundaries, no matter the consequences.