My Generation
Keith Moon Lyrics


Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴

My generation, baby
Why don't you all f-fade away
And don't try to dig what we all s-s-say
I'm not trying to cause a big s-s-sensation
I'm just talkin' 'bout my g-g-g-generation

My generation
This is my generation, baby

Why don't

My generation
My generation, babe





Keith: Providin' you take the bulls off first.
???: No way.

Overall Meaning

The song "My Generation" is one of the most famous tracks by The Who, written by their drummer Keith Moon. The song speaks about the frustration of youth and their inability to connect with older generations. The song starts with a famous line "Why don't you all f-f-fade away" which is a symbolism of how the older generation is fading away and the younger generation is taking over. The lyrics convey a strong sense of rebellion and anger at the status quo, with the stuttering vocals of lead singer Roger Daltrey emphasizing the frustration.


The song calls for the youth to break free from the rules and constraints that the older generation has imposed. It's a message of individuality and nonconformity, encapsulated in lines like "I don't need your war machines, I don't need your ghetto scenes". The song also features a fiery guitar solo by Pete Townshend, which is often cited as one of the best solos in rock music history.


"My Generation" has become an anthem for teenage rebellion and has influenced countless other songs in the same vein. The song's message is universal and has resonated with generations of young people seeking to assert their independence and make their own way in the world.




Contributed by Adalyn N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
To comment on or correct specific content, highlight it

Genre not found
Artist not found
Album not found
Song not found
Comments from YouTube:

LilPip

I love how John just stands there watching the destruction like he lost control while babysitting

FastF1ng4zz Clips

The ox lol

Brandon

There's always been something about The Who. The one band I can always tell people that I've liked. Keith was really ahead of his time. They all were

Brutus ofTroy

It's easy to massively underestimate just how brilliant those four are/were as individuals. Johns bass playing is just phenomenal, Pete van seriously play the guitar, Roger is a brilliant vocalist and front man. Keith needs no words typed about him. Just amazing.

A.Sweden

Fun fact: 90% of The Who's profits went to new instruments, amps and dynamite.

Ronoc F

“My friends call me Keith, you can call me John”. Pure class Mr Moon

huthutmike

love how john protects his bass

Max

I was thinking the same thing 😂

nkmcfrln

@Max I love how nerds fill the comments with bullshit about how John was so normal. He destroyed 9 of his bass guitars.

Raven Bonanza

@Max there's a video where John showed his collection of guitars and bass guitars.

4 More Replies...
More Comments

More Versions