'The light' and 'Talk to me' were released as an advance of 'Cloak', his full length debut out on June 3rd, 2016.
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Blame It On The Youth
Jordan Rakei Lyrics
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Blame it on the youth, yeah (My youth)
Said I blame it on the youth (My youth)
Blame it on the youth, yeah
Blame it on the
You're never gonna get old
Life's too short tryna get involved
Sex tape, get their story sold
And we don't
Do what we're told
It's my life watch me take control
Consume till your ego's whole
But feed your body
But starve your soul
But starve your soul
But starve your soul
Blame it on the youth (My youth)
Blame it on the youth, yeah (My youth)
Said I blame it on the youth (My youth)
Blame it on the youth, yeah
Blame it on the
Misery loves company
Said I'm comfortable
If [?]
Cause my youth constantly
Trade hard work for the luxury
Destiny's your own creation
In my mind that's motivation
But you're right
No obligation
But I don't wanna have that reputation
Yes and I don't wanna have that reputation
Yes and I don't wanna have that reputation
Blame it on the youth (My youth)
Blame it on the youth, yeah (My youth)
Said I blame it on the youth (My youth)
Blame it on the youth, yeah
Blame it on the
The lyrics of Jordan Rakei's song "Blame It on the Youth" express the struggles of young adults in contemporary society. The song suggests blaming one's youthful impulses and actions, as there is a strong sense of irresponsibility in modern youth culture. The opening lines of the song, "Blame it on the youth, yeah / Said I blame it on the youth," emphasize the young adult tendency to shift responsibility for negative choices and consequences onto their age.
The lyrics go on to highlight the various negative aspects of youth culture in modern society. The second verse speaks to the idea of young people becoming caught up in a culture that emphasizes consumption and gratification, often at the expense of long-term well-being. The line "Consume till your ego's whole / But starve your body / But starve your soul" suggests the desire for material possessions and the resultant emptiness and malnourishment of the physical and spiritual self.
The final verse speaks to the idea of accountability and ownership over one's fate, with the lyrics "Destiny's your own creation / In my mind that's motivation / But you're right / No obligation." While the singer recognizes the importance of taking control of one's life, he admits that there is no obligation to do so, leaving room for continued irresponsibility and blaming one's youthful nature for negative outcomes.
Overall, the song is a commentary on the struggles and shortcomings of contemporary youth culture, emphasizing the importance of taking ownership of one's actions and decisions.
Line by Line Meaning
Blame it on the youth
Attributing my actions and choices to my youthfulness
Blame it on the youth, yeah
Emphasizing that my youth is the reason for my behavior
Said I blame it on the youth
Reiterating that my youth is to blame
Blame it on the youth, yeah
Reinforcing the notion that my youth is the culprit
Blame it on the
Cutting off the sentence to continue the repetition
You're never gonna get old
Reminding myself that I am young and have plenty of time ahead of me
Life's too short tryna get involved
Realizing that life is finite and it's not worth getting caught up in pointless drama
My girls, tryna get in vogue
Watching my female friends try to fit in with the latest trends
Sex tape, get their story sold
Observing how people will exploit themselves for fame and money
And we don't
Not wanting to follow in the same footsteps
Do what we're told
Rebelling against authority and societal expectations
It's my life watch me take control
Asserting my independence and autonomy
Consume till your ego's whole
Recognizing how society encourages endless consumption to boost one's self-esteem
But feed your body
Prioritizing physical needs over mental and emotional ones
But starve your soul
Neglecting one's inner self and personal growth
Misery loves company
Acknowledging how negative attitudes can spread and drag others down
Said I'm comfortable
Feeling content in my current situation
If [?]
Unclear lyrics - cannot provide meaning
Cause my youth constantly
My young age is always present and influencing my decisions
Trade hard work for the luxury
Taking shortcuts and sacrificing effort for immediate gratification
Destiny's your own creation
Believing that our future is in our own hands
In my mind that's motivation
Finding inspiration in the idea that we are in control of our own destiny
But you're right
Acknowledging an opposing opinion or perspective
No obligation
There is no requirement or duty to live a certain way
But I don't wanna have that reputation
Choosing not to follow the norm and avoiding a certain perception of myself
Yes and I don't wanna have that reputation
Reiterating that I want to be seen differently than the norm
Contributed by Stella I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.