Uncle Sam
Agnostic Front Lyrics
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We'll drain the life from you
The internet so cool tax dollars hard at work
Built my new swimming pool
You think you elected me so trust I know what's best
For you
What do I get for my taxes?
You will never control me
Sit down watch the news we censored it for you
We control everything you're thinking
So don't be feeling blue
Conform and don't ask questions you'll wind up in jail
Subliminal happiness is what you want as we can tell
Kicked in the head
For non conformity
You will never control me!
Uncle same-he wants you to take his hand-see you through
Give your life-never trust no one who lies to you
Remember-vietnam nothing but-total scam
Can you trust-Uncle sam when he smiles and lies to you?
Nixon-watergate, clinton-It's too late
George Bush-he can't wait to control all our minds
The lyrics of Agnostic Front's song "Uncle Sam" express a deep pessimism about the control of the government over the lives of its citizens. The first verse suggests that people are exploited by their jobs and that their tax dollars fuel government waste, while the elite enjoy the fruits of their labor. The second verse paints a picture of a society where information is censored, and people are discouraged from questioning authority. The chorus states that the government deceives and manipulates people, and that nobody can control the individual will.
The lyrics of the song fit perfectly with the punk ethos of resistance to authority and advocating individual freedom. The reference to Vietnam and Watergate shows that the song was written during a time when widespread distrust of the government was prevalent in American society. The lyrics suggest that people were being brainwashed to follow the government blindly and that the truth was being kept hidden from them. The term Uncle Sam is used as a symbol of the government, representing a powerful figure who wants to take control of people's lives, but the singer of the song resists this and proclaims that he will never be controlled.
Overall, the song expresses the message that the government cannot be trusted to act in the best interest of its people, and that individuals must maintain their autonomy and resist the influence of propaganda and manipulation. The lyrics are still relevant today, as the themes of government manipulation and control continue to be debated in society.
Line by Line Meaning
Go to work give your shares
The government expects you to work hard and pay your taxes, as they drain the life from you.
We'll drain the life from you
The government will continue to take from you until you have nothing left to give.
The internet so cool tax dollars hard at work
The government uses tax dollars to fund projects like the internet, but ultimately benefits from it themselves.
Built my new swimming pool
Politicians use tax dollars to fund personal luxuries while the people they promised to serve struggle to get by.
You think you elected me so trust I know what's best
For you
Politicians may claim to have your best interests at heart, but they ultimately serve their own agenda.
What do I get for my taxes?
Social security
Social security is an example of a government-run program that is funded by taxpayers, but may not always provide adequate support.
You will never control me
The government may try to control you, but you refuse to let them strip you of your freedom.
Sit down watch the news we censored it for you
We control everything you're thinking
So don't be feeling blue
The government has the power to censor the media and control the information that you receive, which can make it difficult to think for yourself.
Conform and don't ask questions you'll wind up in jail
The government expects you to blindly follow their orders and punishing those who question their authority.
Subliminal happiness is what you want as we can tell
Kicked in the head
For non conformity
The government may try to manipulate your emotions and convince you that conforming to their standards will bring you happiness, but in reality, they will punish you severely for stepping out of line.
Uncle same-he wants you to take his hand-see you through
Give your life-never trust no one who lies to you
Remember-vietnam nothing but-total scam
Can you trust-Uncle sam when he smiles and lies to you?
The government claims to have your best interests at heart, but their history of lying and manipulation (such as the Vietnam War) makes it difficult to trust them.
Nixon-watergate, clinton-It's too late
George Bush-he can't wait to control all our minds
Past scandals (such as Watergate) and current leaders (like George Bush) show that the government is not to be trusted, as they eagerly seek to increase their power and influence over the population.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JIMMY COLETTE, ROGER MIRET, VINNIE CAPPUCCHIO
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