Forgotten
Dennis Pedersen & A.R.D.I Lyrics
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Forgotten generation what is wrong with the way
Forgotten generation need a better life
Forgotten generation need a place that fits the price
living for nothing on the dole
Nothing to do, nowhere to go
Living for nothing, nothing to say
forgotten generation are the rebels with a cause
Forgotten generation it's their own game with laws
Forgotten generation are the people of today
Forgotten generation, games of violence is what they play
The lyrics to Dennis Pedersen and A.R.D.I.'s "Forgotten" appear to describe a generational struggle, with a focus on the marginalized and overlooked members of society. The repeated phrase, "forgotten generation," seems to emphasize this sense of being ignored or neglected by the world around them. The first lines ask, "what is wrong with the day" and "what is wrong with the way," suggesting a sense of frustration with the status quo. The lyrics go on to describe the struggles faced by this forgotten generation, with lines like "living for nothing on the dole" and "nothing to do, nowhere to go." There is a clear sense of economic hardship, with the assertion that "we ain't got no money but we still gotta pay."
Despite this negative portrayal, there is also a sense of defiance and resilience. The "forgotten generation" is described as "rebels with a cause," and the lyrics suggest that they are playing "their own game with laws" - perhaps this is a way of suggesting that they are fighting against an unfair system. The final line, which connects this struggle to "games of violence," is interesting and perhaps controversial. It could be interpreted in a few different ways - is it a condemnation of violence as a way of fighting back against oppression, or is it arguing that violence is an inevitable outcome when people are pushed to the brink?
Overall, the lyrics to "Forgotten" suggest a sense of frustration and anger, but also a resilience and determination. The forgotten generation may be struggling, but they are not without agency, and there is a sense that they are fighting for a better life.
Line by Line Meaning
Forgotten generation what is wrong with the day
The younger section of society feels neglected and not given enough importance, and they wonder why there are so many problems with their daily lives.
Forgotten generation what is wrong with the way
The people of the current generation feel that something is fundamentally wrong with the way things are and how they have been brought up, and they need answers.
Forgotten generation need a better life
The youth of today want a better standard of living and opportunities for an improved life compared to the struggles they face currently.
Forgotten generation need a place that fits the price
The younger generation desires to live somewhere affordable and supported, where they can develop themselves, but they find the cost of living to be a significant obstacle.
living for nothing on the dole
Being unemployed means that these people are worth nothing in the eyes of the government, leaving them feeling undervalued and hopeless.
Nothing to do, nowhere to go
Each day is mundane and repetitive, as young people cannot find a job or activity to keep themselves occupied, leading to disillusionment.
Living for nothing, nothing to say
They struggle without a voice, as the government doesn't pay attention to them, so their struggles and battles are ignored, enabling ongoing issues.
We ain't got no money but we still gotta pay
Even though they don't have any money or employment, they still have bills and expenses that demand to be paid, which is challenging.
forgotten generation are the rebels with a cause
The younger people of society are the ones who rebel against the outdated norms and ideas and have a valid goal or purpose in doing so.
Forgotten generation it's their own game with laws
The younger lot feels ignored by the rules and laws, and as a result, they create their own set of laws to abide by that oppose the ones in the books.
Forgotten generation are the people of today
The youth of today consists of the survivors of yesterday and the leaders of tomorrow, so they need to be taken seriously and incorporated now.
Forgotten generation, games of violence is what they play
The younger generation's retaliation against the injustice and inequality is displayed in their games of violence and the rough and violent culture they have adapted to.
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