Welcome To Hell
Bloodtype Lyrics
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Go to college and get good grades
They don't tell you there's nothing there for you
You're left on your own to fend for yourself
Four years wasted, it's all a fucking scam
You're inexperienced and loaded down with debt
Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
Living with my parents, lucky to be employed
Vultures
Parasites
Every day of your fucking life
Drive to the same place every fucking day
Get the same paycheck every fucking week
Want a raise? Better find a new job
It's not in the budget, you're lucky you're still here
Get in on the ground floor to work your way up
Company folds after just 2 years
Victim of job cuts, you're back at square one
It's not getting better, it's only getting worse
Vultures
Parasites
Every day of your fucking life
Welcome to hell
Bloodtype's song "Welcome to Hell" is an emotional and powerful critique of modern society's values and expectations, specifically those related to education, work, and success. The song's opening lines address the prevailing belief that young people should attend college and earn good grades, which will apparently lead to a bright future. However, the reality of the situation is much harsher, as many graduates are left with nothing but debt and no prospects for meaningful employment. The lyrics condemn the system for being a "fucking scam" and leaving people to fend for themselves in a hostile and unforgiving world.
The verses also highlight the difficulties of finding stable and rewarding work, with references to the precariousness of many jobs and the relentless pressure to perform and produce results. The chorus paints a bleak picture of the forces that seem to be working against individuals every day of their lives, with terms like "vultures" and "parasites" suggesting a sense of exploitation and hopelessness. Ultimately, the song's title and closing line serve as a stark reminder of the harsh reality that many people face, regardless of their talent, intelligence or hard work.
Line by Line Meaning
They've always told you to be a good boy
Society has conditioned you to follow their expectations and norms
Go to college and get good grades
The traditional path to success is through higher education and academic achievement
They don't tell you there's nothing there for you
The system in place does not have your best interests at heart and you will ultimately be left disillusioned
You're left on your own to fend for yourself
You are not provided with any real support, and must face the harsh realities of life alone
Four years wasted, it's all a fucking scam
The time and effort spent pursuing traditional success is ultimately unfulfilling and a waste of resources
You're inexperienced and loaded down with debt
Higher education does not necessarily make you any more prepared for the real world, and in fact may place you in a difficult financial position
Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
The traditional career trajectory forces you to be hyper-focused on your future and achieving certain milestones within a certain timeframe
Living with my parents, lucky to be employed
The reality for many is that traditional success is not possible, and even finding stable employment is a difficult feat
Vultures
The individuals and institutions in power who benefit from the current system
Parasites
Those who take advantage of others' labor and perpetuate the existing hierarchy
Every day of your fucking life
The oppressive mindset and systems that we live in are constantly present and inescapable
Drive to the same place every fucking day
The monotony and rigidity of the traditional 9-5 schedule that many are forced to adhere to
Get the same paycheck every fucking week
The cycle of work and compensation that often does not allow for progress or advancement
Want a raise? Better find a new job
The reality that the only way to increase one's compensation is to abandon their current situation and start anew
It's not in the budget, you're lucky you're still here
The sentiment that having a job at all is a privilege and that management does not prioritize the wellbeing of its employees
Get in on the ground floor to work your way up
The idea that starting at the bottom and working one's way up is the only way to achieve success and mobility
Company folds after just 2 years
The precarious nature of business and the lack of stability even in seemingly successful ventures
Victim of job cuts, you're back at square one
The possibility that all time and effort spent establishing oneself within a company could be for naught due to economic or business factors outside of one's control
It's not getting better, it's only getting worse
The bleak future that seems to be in store for those who continue to participate in the current system
Welcome to hell
The realization that this society is a cruel and oppressive place
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