Never Miss a Beat
Kaiser Chiefs Lyrics
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I learned nothing
What did you do today?
I did nothing
What did you learn at school?
I didn't go
Why didn't you go to school?
I don't know
It's cool to know nothing
It's cool to know nothing
Television's on the blink
There's nothing on it
I really want to really big coat
With words on it
What do you want for tea?
I want crisps
Why didn't you join the team?
I just didn't
It's cool to know nothing
It's cool to know nothing
Take a look, take a look, take a look
At the kids on the street
No they never miss a beat
No they never miss a beat
Never miss a beat
Never miss a beat, beat, beat, beat
Take a look at the kids on the street
No they never miss a beat
No they never miss a beat
Never miss a beat
Never miss a
Never miss a beat
Never miss a beat
Here comes the referee
The light's flashing
Best bit of the day
Now that's living
Why don't you run away?
Are you kidding?
What is the golden rule?
You say nothing
It's cool to know nothing
It's cool to know nothing
Take a look, take a look, take a look
At the kids on the street
No they never miss a beat
No they never miss a beat
Never miss a beat
Never miss a beat, beat, beat, beat
Take a look at the kids on the street
No they never miss a beat
No they never miss a beat
Never miss a beat
Never miss a
Never miss a beat
Never miss a beat
Take a look, take a look, take a look
At the kids on the street
No they never miss a beat
No they never miss a beat
Never miss a beat
Never miss a beat, beat, beat, beat
Take a look at the kids on the street
No they never miss a beat
No they never miss a beat
Never miss a beat
Never miss a
Never miss a beat
Never miss a beat
The lyrics of Kaiser Chiefs' "Never Miss a Beat" can be interpreted as a satirical take on contemporary society's obsession with instant gratification and materialism, with a focus on youth culture. The song's chorus, "It's cool to know nothing," reflects a popular attitude that nowadays everything is available at the click of a button, rendering knowledge and education obsolete.
In the first verse, the singer dismisses the importance of school, claiming to have learned nothing and done nothing all day. The second verse adds to the sense of aimlessness as the singer expresses a desire for a coat with words on it (suggesting that they care more about image than substance), and chooses crisps over a proper meal. The bridge sarcastically presents the "golden rule" as saying nothing, again highlighting the superficiality of contemporary culture.
In contrast, the song's outro celebrates the energy and creativity of young people, who "never miss a beat" and always seem to be moving forward. This can be seen as a critique of older generations who dismiss youth culture as frivolous or nihilistic, without appreciating the resilience and determination of today's youth. Overall, "Never Miss a Beat" is a sharp commentary on the values and priorities of contemporary society, presented through catchy and upbeat rock music.
Line by Line Meaning
What did you learn today?
Asking someone about their day and their learnings
I learned nothing
Replying that they learned nothing, indicating lack of interest or boredom
What did you do today?
Asking someone about their daily activities
I did nothing
Replying that they did nothing, indicating laziness or idleness
What did you learn at school?
Asking someone about their educational learnings
I didn't go
Replying that they didn't attend school, indicating truancy or disinterest in education
Why didn't you go to school?
Asking the reason for not attending school
I don't know
Replying with uncertainty or lack of explanation for their actions
It's cool to know nothing
Stating that being ignorant or clueless is acceptable or even admirable
Television's on the blink
Referring to a malfunctioning television
There's nothing on it
Saying that the television has no worthwhile content or entertainment
I really want to really big coat
Expressing a desire for a large or flashy piece of clothing
With words on it
Stating that the desired coat should have text or a message on it
What do you want for tea?
Asking someone about their desired meal or snack
I want crisps
Stating a preference for potato chips as a food choice
Why didn't you join the team?
Asking someone why they did not become part of a group or team
I just didn't
Replying with a lack of motivation or interest in the group or activity
Take a look, take a look, take a look
Encouraging someone to observe or pay attention to something
At the kids on the street
Referring to the young people outside
No they never miss a beat
Stating that the children are always on rhythm or performing well
Never miss a beat
Repeating the previous observation
Here comes the referee
Referring to an official or authority figure approaching
The light's flashing
Referring to the presence of flashing lights, potentially indicating excitement or a moment of thrill
Best bit of the day
Referring to the most enjoyable or memorable part of the day
Now that's living
Saying that the experience or moment is something worthwhile or exciting
Why don't you run away?
Asking why someone doesn't choose to flee or escape from a situation
Are you kidding?
Replying with incredulity or disbelief, as if the idea of leaving is ridiculous
What is the golden rule?
Asking for clarification or understanding of a significant or important standard
You say nothing
Repeating that silence or lack of response is a valid or valuable option
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Andrew Robert White, Charles Richard Wilson, James Rix, Nicholas Baines, Nicholas Hodgson
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What did you learn today?
I learnt nothing
What did you do today?
I did nothing
What did you learn at school?
I didn't go
Why didn't you go to school?
I don't know
It's cool to know nothing
It's cool to know nothing
Televisions on the blink
There's nothing on it
I really want a really big coat
With words on it
What do you want for tea?
I want crisps
Why don't you join the team?
I just did
Take a look, take a look, take a look.
Take a look at the kids on the street
No they never miss a beat
No they never miss a beat
Never miss a beat
Never miss a
Never miss a beat
Never miss a beat
Here comes the referee
With lights flashing
Best bit of the day
Now that's living
Why don't you run away?
Are you kidding?
What is the golden rule?
Say nothing
@Punkwithshades
“What do you want for tea?” “I want crisps“ is one of the most British things I’ve ever heard 😂
@danjackson1016
I literally can't think of a more British band lol.
@brianboru7684
@@danjackson1016 The Jam
@TripleDes1
Crisps in a roll
@SunbeltChemicalsCorporation
Yeah and it's a quote from me, MC Haley as a child in Stoke-on-Trent and the song is written by my arch nemesis Esme Dee Hand Halford or Orielles non-fame
@jamescorlett5272
F it yeah great line
@purplemelon4115
Am I the only one that just loves how British this is xD
@user-yb2qb1re4w
+purplemelon4115 No your'e not. It is understandable almost everything that is British is amazing, except food and weather. Thankfully I am a Brit.
@e.a.u.g9362
me 2
@manutdvp
I'm an American but all my friends say they could see me being a Brit haha