Children Of The Revolution
Bono/Gavin Friday/Maurice Seezer Lyrics
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La de da de da da da
Well you can bump and grind
If it's good for your mind
Well you can twist and shout
Let it all hang out
But you won't fool the
Children of the revolution
Children of the revolution
No no
Well you can tear a plane
In the falling rain
I drive a Rolls Royce
'Cause it's good for my voice
But you won't fool the
Children of the revolution
No you won't fool the
Children of the revolution
No no
La de da
La de da de da da da
La de da
La de da de da de da da da
La de da
La de da de da da da
La de da
La de da
You won't fool the
Children of the revolution
No you won't fool the
Children of the revolution
No you won't fool the
Children of the revolution
No you won't fool
No no
You won't fool the children
No no you can tie
The photographic tight
You won't make it
Oh la de da
La de da
La de da de da da da
La de da
La de da de da de da da
The song "Children of the Revolution" by Bono, Gavin Friday, and Maurice Seezer is a cover of T. Rex's 1972 hit that was written by Marc Bolan. The song is an anthem for rebellious youth who refuse to be fooled by the establishment's superficial attempts to sedate them. The chorus, "You won't fool the Children of the revolution," is an allusion to the youth's awareness and their ability to see past society's illusions.
The opening lines, "La de da, La de da de da da da," signify the carefree attitude of the youth who are out to enjoy life on their own terms. The reference to "bump and grind" and "twist and shout" implies that the youth are not afraid to let loose and have fun, even if it defies societal norms. The line "I drive a Rolls Royce 'cause it's good for my voice" suggests the laziness and apathy of the ruling class who are more interested in their own personal gain than empathizing with the youth.
In summary, the song is a rallying call for the youth to stand up and challenge the establishment rather than to be content with their superficial promises.
Line by Line Meaning
La de da
Nonsense syllables used as filler and to establish rhythm
La de da de da da da
Continuation of nonsense syllables used as filler and to establish rhythm
Well you can bump and grind
You can dance in a sexually suggestive manner
If it's good for your mind
If it brings you pleasure and enjoyment
Well you can twist and shout
You can dance wildly and passionately
Let it all hang out
Express yourself without restraint
But you won't fool the
You cannot deceive or trick
Children of the revolution
People who are aware and insightful about society and its issues
No you won't fool the
You cannot deceive or trick
Children of the revolution
People who are aware and insightful about society and its issues
No no
Said to emphasize the previous statement
Well you can tear a plane
You can do something impressive and daring
In the falling rain
Even in adverse conditions
I drive a Rolls Royce
I have luxury and success
'Cause it's good for my voice
It is beneficial to my career or image
But you won't fool the
You cannot deceive or trick
Children of the revolution
People who are aware and insightful about society and its issues
No you won't fool the
You cannot deceive or trick
Children of the revolution
People who are aware and insightful about society and its issues
No no
Said to emphasize the previous statement
La de da
Nonsense syllables used as filler and to establish rhythm
La de da de da da da
Continuation of nonsense syllables used as filler and to establish rhythm
La de da
Nonsense syllables used as filler and to establish rhythm
La de da de da de da da da
Continuation of nonsense syllables used as filler and to establish rhythm
La de da
Nonsense syllables used as filler and to establish rhythm
La de da de da da da
Continuation of nonsense syllables used as filler and to establish rhythm
You won't fool the
You cannot deceive or trick
Children of the revolution
People who are aware and insightful about society and its issues
No you won't fool the
You cannot deceive or trick
Children of the revolution
People who are aware and insightful about society and its issues
No you won't fool the
You cannot deceive or trick
Children of the revolution
People who are aware and insightful about society and its issues
No you won't fool
You cannot deceive or trick
No no
Said to emphasize the previous statement
You won't fool the children
You cannot deceive or trick people who are aware and insightful about society and its issues
No no you can tie
It is impossible
The photographic tight
To capture something perfectly
You won't make it
You cannot achieve success or fool the Children of the revolution
Oh la de da
Exclamation used to express cynicism or disbelief
La de da
Nonsense syllables used as filler and to establish rhythm
La de da de da da da
Continuation of nonsense syllables used as filler and to establish rhythm
La de da
Nonsense syllables used as filler and to establish rhythm
La de da de da de da da
Continuation of nonsense syllables used as filler and to establish rhythm
Lyrics © Spirit Music Group
Written by: Marc Bolan
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