Kids
♥The Kooks♥ Lyrics
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And the kids are not alright
Good England thrown to the wolves
And the lunatics taking over
Heaven I found under my demons
And the smoking gun that you found
Lying on the ground
I'm just sitting painting the world
When I don't have a choice, that's when I find my voice
I'm not trying to be what you want me to be
I'm not your friend, I'm your Queen
You're quickly losing your scene
I'm not trying to be what you want me to be
Woah (woah woah)
Woah (woah woah)
Woah (woah woah)
Woah
The kids are not alright
Standing up in front of a mountain
And I don't want to fight
The clouds answer to no one
They don't need the sun
The streets are dark and the gas light leads me
Soon I'm out of sight
Howling back
Back at the moon
I'm just sitting painting the world
And the kids are not alright
When I don't have a choice
That's when I find my voice
I'm not trying to be what you want me to be
I'm not your friend, I'm your Queen
You're quickly losing your scene
I'm not trying to be what you want me to be
Woah (woah woah)
Woah (woah woah)
Woah (woah woah)
Woah
The kids are not alright
Woah (woah woah)
Woah (woah woah)
Woah (woah woah)
Woah (woah woah)
Woah (woah woah)
Woah
The kids are not alright
The Kooks’ song ‘Kids’ is a rebellion against the societal pressures and expectations that have been imposed on the younger generation. The song speaks about the struggles that the young people face and how they are not alright. The opening verse ‘Sitting in my room painting the world, and the kids are not alright’ refers to the feeling of being shut out from the world and struggling to make sense of everything that’s happening. It seems like the young adults are being left behind, with ‘Good England thrown to the wolves and the lunatics taking over’.
The lyrics describe how the singer is trying to find solace in their art amidst the chaos. ‘Heaven I found under my demons, and the smoking gun that you found, lying on the ground’ suggests that the singer has had to fight their demons to find happiness. The chorus ‘I'm not trying to be what you want me to be, I'm not your friend, I'm your Queen, You're quickly losing your scene’ is a defiant cry against the expectations of the collective. They are not conforming to the usual social norms that society has placed on them, and they are taking control of their own lives. The song is a rallying call for the younger generation to break free from the chains of societal norms and to create their own way in the world.
Overall, the lyrics of ‘Kids’ are a poignant reminder that young people are struggling, and it's essential to listen to their voice and their needs. The song puts forth a message of hope that there is a way out of the darkness, and the kids will find their way.
Line by Line Meaning
Sitting in my room painting the world
I am secluded in my own space trying to make sense of the world around me through my art.
And the kids are not alright
The younger generation is facing difficulties and issues that are not being addressed properly.
Good England thrown to the wolves
The country is being neglected or mistreated by those in power.
And the lunatics taking over
People with extreme and irrational beliefs or actions are gaining control or influence.
Heaven I found under my demons
I was able to discover something positive or uplifting even during difficult or dark times.
And the smoking gun that you found, lying on the ground
An obvious clue or piece of evidence has been discovered but is being overlooked or ignored.
I'm just sitting painting the world
I am reflecting and expressing my own interpretation of reality through my art.
When I don't have a choice, that's when I find my voice
I am able to speak up and assert myself when I am pushed into a corner or given limited options.
I'm not trying to be what you want me to be
I refuse to conform to society's or someone else's expectations of me.
I'm not your friend, I'm your Queen
I hold a position of power and authority and will not let myself be undervalued or underestimated.
You're quickly losing your scene
You are losing relevance or influence in the current state of affairs.
Standing up in front of a mountain
I am confronting a major obstacle or challenge that seems insurmountable.
And I don't want to fight
I am not looking for a confrontation or conflict.
The clouds answer to no one
The natural world operates independently and does not submit to human authority or control.
They don't need the sun
The clouds and nature are self-sufficient and do not require external validation or assistance.
The streets are dark and the gas light leads me, soon I'm out of sight
I am moving through an unknown and possibly dangerous area, trying to navigate with limited visibility or resources.
Howling back, back at the moon
I am expressing my emotions or frustrations through a primal or instinctual response.
Woah (woah woah)
A vocalization expressing surprise, awe, or excitement.
The kids are not alright
The younger generation is struggling and facing difficulties that require attention and action.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Luke Pritchard, Brandon Friesen
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