Rich Youth
Hayley Kiyoko Lyrics


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I found out it's all a plot
Polar bears are getting lost
They just wanna get rid of us

Neighbours take their daily stroll
Through their fate they don't control
Treading water in the wishing well
I'm giving all my energy
I'm making my own history

I'm no ghost, no fool
Rich youth
Brand new, unused
Rich youth

Living, falling in too deep
Got no time to meet their needs
Oh my god
Let me be free

I'm giving all my energy
I'm making my own history

I'm no ghost, no fool
Rich youth
Brand new, unused
Rich youth
I'm no ghost, no fool
Rich youth
Brand new, unused
Rich youth

We make something out of nothing
We keep climbing, climbing
We make something out of nothing
We keep climbing, climbing
We make something out of nothing
We keep climbing, climbing
We make something out of nothing
We keep climbing, climbing

I'm no ghost, no fool
Rich youth




Brand new, unused
Rich youth

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Hayley Kiyoko's Rich Youth is a commentary on the ongoing sociopolitical and environmental crises happening worldwide. The opening lyrics, "I found out it's all a plot/Polar bears are getting lost/They just wanna get rid of us" suggest a conspiracy or a secret plan that is being executed by the powerful few. Kiyoko then voices her frustration with the apathy and lack of agency displayed by her neighbors who go about their daily routines without taking any control of their lives or speaking up against injustices. The line "Treading water in the wishing well" symbolizes how people are stuck in their dreams and desires, failing to realize that their wishes may never come true unless they take action.


The chorus, "I'm no ghost, no fool/Rich youth/Brand new, unused," is a message of empowerment from Kiyoko. She encourages her listeners to break free from the chains of societal norms and expectations, and to create their own path in life. The use of the term "Rich youth" does not necessarily refer to financial wealth but rather confidence, ambition, and the ability to make something out of nothing. In the second verse, Kiyoko acknowledges that living in today's world can be overwhelming, with the pressure of meeting societal expectations weighing heavily on individuals. She urges her listeners to let go of the need to please others and instead focus on their own personal growth.


Overall, Hayley Kiyoko's Rich Youth is a song about finding one's own voice and embracing individualistic values while also acknowledging the social and environmental issues threatening our world.


Line by Line Meaning

I found out it's all a plot
Realizing that there is a hidden agenda behind the situations around.


Polar bears are getting lost
Expressing concern for the environment and how global warming has been having an impact on the ecosystems.


They just wanna get rid of us
Feeling like an outcast and someone who does not fit in with the rest of society.


Neighbours take their daily stroll
Observing others go about their day-to-day lives.


Through their fate they don't control
Noticing how people's lives are predetermined and how they cannot change that.


Treading water in the wishing well
Feeling stuck in a cycle of hope and disappointment.


I'm giving all my energy
Putting in effort and dedicating oneself fully to a task or goal.


I'm making my own history
Taking control of life and creating a story unique to oneself.


I'm no ghost, no fool
Feeling like a tangible being with purpose and intelligence.


Rich youth
Having an abundant and fulfilling life, not necessarily due to money but one's own achievements and passions.


Brand new, unused
Starting fresh and unencumbered by past experiences or traumas.


Living, falling in too deep
Making risky or impulsive decisions that could result in negative consequences.


Got no time to meet their needs
Feeling that others' expectations are hindering personal growth and success.


Oh my god
An exclamation of frustration or surprise.


Let me be free
Desiring the ability to follow one's own path, free from societal constraints.


We make something out of nothing
Creating something valuable or meaningful from humble beginnings or with limited resources.


We keep climbing, climbing
Persisting and working diligently towards personal success and achievement.




Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Anders Mikael Grahn, Hayley Kiyoko, James Oliver Richard Flannigan

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@klarissagallardo6601

Hayley Kiyoko Alcroft (the singer) was in all of these shows & movies 👇👇👇
• Hello my name is Frank
• Jem and the Holograms
• Lemonade Mouth
• un-fabulous
• scooby doo
• Vampire diaries season 5 ep 1
• Zeke and Luther
• The fosters- girls United
• CSI Cyber
• Insidious chapter 3
• Wizards of waverly place
• Blue lagoon- The awakening
• Let it shine

Your Welcome :)



All comments from YouTube:

@catnip6731

She is one of the former Disney stars that deserve a singing career

@sydney8369

I agree 100%

@AmyJWilliamsx

Agreed. Miley has vocals but I don't like her music, and Selena just has awful vocals all around, and she's never written a song in her life.

@claudiadavila3685

What about r5 or Demi Lovato?

@skylardragonhunter7684

Amanda Ramírez
Nu, their ok.

@hayed2454

Amen. 👌 She's so unique, talented and beautiful. 😍💕

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@kiradunham1646

Now THIS is a former disney star's singing career that I can get behind

@irinaamouzou9935

Mkley is very successful and brings awareness to a lot of her music like gender identity. Just because she loves her body and realizes that nudity is part of humanity you won't get behind her?

@Toresg92

Irina Amouzou Please read the comment again.

@erinmcallister3976

Irina Amouzou i think you're confused

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