Song Details
- Album Release Date: 2012
- Genre: hardcore
Song Meaning of “Black Sheep” by Barrier
Barrier’s single “Black Sheep” is an anthem of solidarity for those who feel different and misunderstood. Through his verses, the narrator reassures the listener by emphasizing that it’s okay to be different. He urges people to reject conformity and embrace their individuality, noting that the “black sheep” of the family is still a member of it. While the world may “act like they don’t care,” the narrator promises to stand up for those who feel different. By choosing to “be the strange one,” they can break free of the stigma and false judgments society places upon them. In the chorus, the narrator repeats “black sheep don’t die” to show that regardless of how different they may seem, they will never disappear. He celebrates those who march to their own beat and urges them to take pride in their unique qualities. At the same time, he encourages them to keep going through difficult times and to never feel like an outsider. “Black Sheep” is a powerful reminder to those who feel they are a misfit that they should never be ashamed for being themselves.