a) Better Off is a rock ba… Read Full Bio ↴A couple bands share the name Better Off:
a) Better Off is a rock band from Nashville, TN. Their full-length record, (I Think) I'm Leaving, is out 9/24/13 on 6131 Records/Blood & Ink Records. http://bttroff.com
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b) Better Off - Young Melbourne melodic hardcore band formed in the first half of 2009, they have two songs for download available through their MySpace links. (http://www.myspace.com/betteroffhc)
Whatever I Don't Care
Better Off Lyrics
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All the thoughts that you have
When you're bored and alone
A critic of the popular fall
Little frown, pour it out
Choose a side, pull out knives
Stab a back, wonder why
You're so scared of the here and the now
Keep the money, spend to death
A rebel dare
Whatever, I don't care
Keep the money, spend to death
A rebel dare
Whatever, I don't care
Split in two
Divide the family 'til they're not there
Sell the kids to the neighbors
They don't care
Billy knows how it goes
Mom and Dad pay for food and taxes
He sits cries whines and groans
Jenny sees all she needs
Lying on the other side of her
Utopian revolutionary dreams
Keep the money, spend to death
A rebel dare
Whatever, I don't care
Split in two
Divide the family 'til they're not there
Sell the kids to the neighbors
They don't care
I don't care Keep the money
Spend to death
A rebel dare
Whatever, I don't care
Split in two
Divide the family 'til they're not there
Sell the kids to the neighbors
They don't care
The lyrics of “Whatever I Don’t Care” by Better Off address themes of apathy, rebellion, and despair. The opening lines describe the act of posting one’s thoughts on a wall, suggesting a feeling of disconnection and expressionlessness. The song criticizes those who follow popular trends blindly and the willingness to hurt others to get ahead. The chorus repeats the refrain “Keep the money, spend to death. A rebel dare, whatever I don’t care,” which speaks to a nihilistic view of life and societal values.
The second verse provides a glimpse into the lives of two individuals, Billy and Jenny. Billy is depicted as entitled and ungrateful, while Jenny harbors revolutionary hopes. The bridge repeats the chorus, offering a sense that the apathy and disregard for consequences that characterize the previous imagery can be applied anywhere – to oneself, to family, to other people’s children. The closing lines offer a stark finality: “They don’t care.”
Overall, “Whatever I Don’t Care” portrays a bleak worldview in which people turn their backs on everything that matters and choose to live with no regard for the consequences of their actions. The lyrics paint a picture of isolation and detachment, as well as a sense of hopelessness for the future.
Line by Line Meaning
Posted up on a wall
When you're bored and alone, you often end up posting your thoughts on a wall.
All the thoughts that you have
These thoughts may be critical of popular culture.
When you're bored and alone
You might also feel a sense of disconnection during such times.
A critic of the popular fall
You could end up being critical of things that society embraces.
Little frown, pour it out
You vent out your frustrations, showing a little frown on your face.
Choose a side, pull out knives
You may choose a side and end up criticizing the other side, which may hurt relationships.
Stab a back, wonder why
Despite hurting others, you may wonder why you still feel dissatisfied.
You're so scared of the here and the now
You may be afraid of living in the present and taking risks.
Keep the money, spend to death
People may be obsessed with money and are ready to spend lavishly.
A rebel dare
Such people may take risks that make them rebels in today's society.
Whatever, I don't care
They don't care about the consequences of their actions.
Split in two
They may end up dividing their family by taking extreme decisions.
Divide the family 'til they're not there
They may end up losing their family members by taking extreme actions.
Sell the kids to the neighbors
They may even sell their kids to the neighbors to fulfill their wishes.
They don't care
They seem to have no empathy for the people around them.
Billy knows how it goes
Billy understands how this obsession with money and independence can break families.
Mom and Dad pay for food and taxes
Parents still hold the responsibility of providing for their children's basic needs.
He sits cries whines and groans
Despite having everything, people may still feel dissatisfied and unhappy.
Jenny sees all she needs
Jenny has a different, more optimistic view of life.
Lying on the other side of her
She sees the beauty in the world on the other side of things.
Utopian revolutionary dreams
She has dreamy, optimistic aspirations that she hopes to achieve someday.
I don't care Keep the money
People are ready to do whatever it takes to achieve their desires.
Sell the kids to the neighbors
Even at the cost of losing their loved ones.
They don't care
They have lost touch with their emotions and have a carefree attitude towards everything.
Contributed by Isaiah T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
bee
Posted up on a wall
All the thoughts that you have
When you’re bored and alone
A critic of the popular fall
Little frown, pour it out
Choose a side, pull out knives
Stab a back, wonder why
You’re so scared of the here and the now
Keep the money, spend to death
A rebel dare
Whatever, I don’t care
Keep the money, spend to death
A rebel dare
Whatever, I don’t care
Split in two
Divide the family 'til they’re not there
Sell the kids to the neighbors
They don’t care
Billy knows how it goes
Mom and Dad pay for food and taxes
He sits cries whines and groans
Jenny sees all she needs
Lying on the other side of her
Utopian revolutionary dreams
Michael Carnero
Everything about this is fantastic.
dcanhiphop
how is this band not HUGE yet?!
Dane Leslie
Came for the album cover, stayed for the absolute killer song!
bee
Posted up on a wall
All the thoughts that you have
When you’re bored and alone
A critic of the popular fall
Little frown, pour it out
Choose a side, pull out knives
Stab a back, wonder why
You’re so scared of the here and the now
Keep the money, spend to death
A rebel dare
Whatever, I don’t care
Keep the money, spend to death
A rebel dare
Whatever, I don’t care
Split in two
Divide the family 'til they’re not there
Sell the kids to the neighbors
They don’t care
Billy knows how it goes
Mom and Dad pay for food and taxes
He sits cries whines and groans
Jenny sees all she needs
Lying on the other side of her
Utopian revolutionary dreams
earth_to_jordan__
I can see this song being on a really awesome movie soundtrack.
LETHE
Great stuff!
C. Alise Johnson
This is great!
Alex G.
You'll definitely need some milk after a sandwich like that.
Giant Robot
Alex Greer yooo, totally you knowww.
waddah wafai
reminded me of old blink-182 , amazing stuff , + it got me to make a pb&j sandwich haha , new band to obsess over .