1. A British indie pop duo best … Read Full Bio ↴There are three artists with this name:
1. A British indie pop duo best known for the single "You Are The Generation That Bought More Shoes And You Get What You Deserve"
2. An American punk band
3. An British rapper formerly called BangBang
4. A French electronic/indie band
5. An American rapper
1. Johnny Boy are a London-based two-piece, comprising of Lolly Hayes and Davo. They rely heavily on loops to supplement guitars and, quite often, dreamy vocals which results in the sort of "Wall of Sound" effect that Phil Spector would be proud of.
They caught the attention of James Dean Bradfield of the Manic Street Preachers, who produced the two tracks released as singles: Johnny Boy Theme and You Are The Generation That Bought More Shoes And You Get What You Deserve. Both of these tracks received critical acclaim; You Are The Generation made it onto various Best Single of 2004 lists and even Johnny Marr's Best Album list.
Despite this, Johnny Boy have not found success in their native UK. They parted company with Vertigo Records shortly before their eponymous album was due to be released after Vertigo's lack of promotion saw You Are The Generation chart at a disappointing Number 50 in the UK singles chart. They simply disappeared into the wilderness...
However, 2006 has seen them return, albeit in a fairly limited manner. The album eventually surfaced on Sweden's Wild Kingdom records, and they played an extremely successful gig in London in June.
2. Johnny Boy is also the name of an American punk band who released an album entitled 'Champagne Dance Party'.
3. In 2009 rapper BangBang changed his name to Johnny Boy, because BangBang had to much relation with violence. He wanted to keep a good name, so hip-hop would not get linked with violence.
4. electronically informed rock band from Paris
5. Ghetto Star Recordz has been in the Southern California rap game since 2001, when Johnny Boy dropped his first & only βJ>Rok Demoβ. Lil Whisper from Teen Angels Records caught wind of the demo and made it his own priority to help Johnny Boy release his first underground album labeled Brown Thugs in 2003. The very next year (2004) Familia Records released The Johnny Boy Album, and in 2005 Chronic Dreamz was also out thanks to the help of Johnny Boyβs long time mentor Poppy from Zakka Records. Although legal trouble plagued the young rapper from Moreno Valley, he managed to keep the music alive with the help of Key G Entertainment. Today Ghetto Star Recordz continues to overcome.
You Are the Generation That Bought More Shoes and You Get What You Deserve
Johnny Boy Lyrics
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though believing sees me cursed
For belief ignores the heathen's
day by day sigh 'even worse'
But for all we are receiving
there's an evens key to turn
You are the generation that bought more shoes and you get what you deserve
this frequency my universe To reel a deep or meaning feelingγin seas where schools of fools be first But for all we are receiving
there's an evens key to turn
You was the generation that snorts for tunes and you get what you deserve
Burberry Beamer Beakheads
leaving Adidas sleek mystique reversed
Without a dream or scream between 'em.
Believing time does reimburse
Suffer all we are receiving
there's an evens key to turn
You are the generation that bought more shoes and you get what you deserved
The lyrics in Johnny Boy's song You Are The Generation That Bought More Shoes And You Get What You Deserve highlight the materialistic tendencies of society and the consequences that come with it. The belief in consumerism has cursed the generation, causing them to ignore the problems that plague the world today. Despite the obvious social and environmental issues, people keep on buying and accumulating more, leading to further disillusionment with the real problems of the world. The reference to shoes as a symbol of consumption is significant as they are a measure of status and wealth, and the desire to own more pairs serves as a commentary on society's greed and waste.
The imagery in the song is also significant, with the mention of winter sweeping through the streets, reflecting the dark and bleak state of mind. The use of the phrase 'schools of fools' highlights the herd mentality that people are adopting in their consumerist habits. The use of the words 'suffer' and 'cursed' reflect the negative consequences that arise from an excessive focus on consumption. The line "You was the generation that snorts for tunes and you get what you deserve" highlights how society's obsession with the latest trends can have equally negative effects on people's lives.
In conclusion, Johnny Boy's song serves as a warning about the dangers of consumerism and materialism, and how it can lead to a complacent mentality towards the world's problems. The lyrics urge us to be mindful of our actions and to focus on the real issues facing us.
Line by Line Meaning
I just can't help believing
Despite the possible consequences, I cannot help but have faith
though believing sees me cursed
My belief may bring negative consequences upon me
For belief ignores the heathens day by day sigh 'even worse'
Having faith may cause me to overlook the struggles of non-believers
But for all we are receiving
Despite everything we have gained
there's an evens key to turn
There is still a chance to balance things out
You are the generation that bought more shoes and you get what you deserve
This refers to a consumerist society that places importance on material possessions and instant gratification, leading to consequences such as environmental degradation and societal polarization
Winter sweeps the streets of evening,
A metaphor for the bleakness and emptiness of modern society
this frequency my universe
This is the state of being that I am immersed in
To reel a deep or meaning feeling
To try and evoke an emotional response
in seas where schools of fools be first
Amidst a culture where superficiality and shallowness are praised
You was the generation that snorts for tunes and you get what you deserve
This line speaks to the hedonistic tendencies of modern society, where instant gratification is pursued even if it leads to negative consequences
Burberry Beamer Beakheads
References to luxury brands and material possessions
leaving Adidas sleek mystique reversed
Even relatively affordable brands are now losing their integrity to become symbols of status
Without a dream or scream between 'em.
People are individualistic in their quest for material gain and do not connect or care for others
Believing time does reimburse
Hope for eventual redemption or compensation for current societal/environmental issues
Suffer all we are receiving
Much of what we are getting is negative or harmful
there's an evens key to turn
There is a way to balance out the negative consequences of our actions
You are the generation that bought more shoes and you get what you deserved
Reiterating the sentiment that society has focused too much on material possessions and immediate pleasure, leading to negative consequences for future generations
Contributed by Luke A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@seef4966
I just can't help believing
Though believing sees me cursed
For belief ignores the heathen's
Day by day sigh: 'Even worse'
But for all we are receiving
There's an evens key to turn
You are the generation that bought more shoes and you get what you deserve
Winter sweeps the streets of evening
This frequency my universe
To reel a deep or meaning feeling
In seas where schools of fools be first
But for all we are receiving
There's an evens key to turn
You was the generation that snorts for tunes and you get what you deserve
Burberry Beamer Beakheads
Leaving Adidas sleek mystique reversed
Without a dream or scream between 'em
Believing time does reimburse
Suffer all we are receiving
There's an evens key to turn
You was the generation that bought more shoes and you get what you deserved
@richardfhilliard5932
sounds like::
C
I just can't help believing
F
though believing sees me cursed
Am F
For belief ignores the heathen's
C F
day by day sigh 'even worse'
G
But for all we are receiving
` C F
there's an evens key to turn
G C F
You was the generation that bought more shoes and you get what you
deserve
@charlierice8135
It seems Adam Curtis showed me the best song ever written while fragmenting what I believed to be real.
@robinthefog5151
Beautifully put!
@NikitaBenCarter
Agreed
@benm8501
bingo!
@cooljerknoslogan
@Ben M yes, I have arrived here from ICGYOOMH ep 4!
@wmwinterbottom
All I really got from the series is that people are inherently flawed, we betray out deepest desires and it doesnβt matter because thereβs no such thing as free will.
Which is fine because we canβt perceive it. Just live your life on your terms .
@geoffmbell
Adam Curtis brought me here . This montage at the end of part 4 is just one of the best sequences in Documentary filmmaking . The song put together with the images make the mood so absurd , tragic and sad even though the song is upbeat . This is an amazing song .
@dadoogie
His entire series is watching the car crash of modern history. Was brilliant and some of the tracks he picks are still my faves.
@VillemarMxO
Yes that sequence was the most stunning, aesthetically arresting thing I saw in 2021. A perfect juxtaposition of imagery and music.
@mt-set
I laughed hysterically hard and wept at the same time from the juxtapositions. I couldnβt help itβmaybe Iβm one of the stupid. But it was closest Iβll ever get to eating the human spirit, and then tossing the packaging away.