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There are several bands called J.F.A.:
JFA (1) is the punk band Jodie Foster's Army and prefer "JFA".
J.F.A. (2) is a swedish alternative/rock/industrial crossover act from Göteborg also called Jag Föredrar Analt. It translates to "I Prefer Anal" why the abbreviation is common.
Middle America
J.F.A. Lyrics
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But you look the other way
You keep on taking care of the biz
That's where the money is
Generals and senators gone insane
But you look the other way
You don't give a shit
Reagan will take care of it
Is freedom to make more money
Fuck the arabs, fuck the jews
Unless they have something I can use
The song "Middle America" by J.F.A. is a scathing critique of the apathy and materialism prevalent in American society. The lyrics describe the fourth crisis in the world today, which is ignored by the masses who are more concerned with making money and taking care of their own business. This displays a general lack of concern for the well-being of others, as long as the individual is not directly impacted. The references to generals and senators gone insane suggest a sense of distrust and disillusionment with those in power who are meant to serve the people. However, the attitude of the population is one of indifference, as they "don't give a shit" and assume that Reagan will take care of everything.
The chorus of the song highlights the skewed concept of freedom held by many Americans. To them, freedom means the ability to make more money and pursue individual gain at the cost of others. The derogatory comments about Arabs and Jews reflect the xenophobic and discriminatory attitudes that exist in America, as stereotypes and prejudices are perpetuated for personal gain. The song is a powerful indictment of the capitalist and individualistic values that underpin American society, and warns of the dangers of turning a blind eye to the suffering of others.
Line by Line Meaning
Fourth crisis in the world today
There are multiple crises happening around the world, but you choose to ignore them.
But you look the other way
You refuse to acknowledge the problems that exist and choose to focus on your own interests and priorities instead.
You keep on taking care of the biz
You prioritize your own business and profits above everything else, despite the ongoing crises in the world.
That's where the money is
Your sole motivation for your actions and disregard towards the world's crises is money and profit.
Generals and senators gone insane
The leaders in charge of making important decisions have lost their rational thinking and are not making informed, logical choices.
But you look the other way
Despite the incompetence and madness of the leaders, you still refuse to take any action or responsibility.
You don't give a shit
You have no empathy or concern for the well-being of others and only care about your own interests and profits.
Reagan will take care of it
You are putting blind faith in a single person to solve the world's problems, without taking any action yourself.
All that freedom means to me
Your understanding and interpretation of freedom is limited to your own personal gain and profit.
Is freedom to make more money
Your only conception of freedom is the ability to make more money, without any regard for the consequences on others or the world.
Fuck the arabs, fuck the jews
You hold prejudice and hatred towards certain groups of people, solely based on their ethnicity or religion.
Unless they have something I can use
Your prejudice and hatred towards certain groups only disappears when you can use them for your own benefit or profit.
Contributed by Ellie R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.