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We have all been raised on television to believe that one day
We will all be millionaires and movie gods and rock stars
But we wont
And we are slowly learning that fact
And we are very very pissed off

Let's talk about celebrities, they get paid more money then we'll ever see
Live ill lives in the hills of Beverly and make a rat race out of that for you and me
Like were ever gunna see the big screen, big dreams roll around in a limousine
Everybody in the hood tryna get seen, it looks like Hollywood's a big scheme
Probably never gunna see a million but Jeff Bezos got a hundred billion
Well actually it's more than that, but I don't care anymore I'm too poor for that, its wack
Got my people on crack and heroin, everybody want marijuana medicine
Since when was getting high so prevalent?
And seeing all the gentlemen turned feminine
We ain't never been this mixed up, IPhones androids no kids' stuff
Twitter IG Facebook Tiktok, still couldn't see time pass on your big watch
And while you're so materialistic, suicide rounds up another statistic
Ballistic missiles keep flying so mystic encryptic heart start beating arrhythmic
The rich stay rich the poor stay poor, everyday seems like they take a little more
But how much more can they take? Even gotta pay for a cigarette break, Wait
Everybody turn so fake I can't even look the damn mirror in the face
Now I got snakes in the grass all around me, still tryna figure out how they all found me
Drown me before you crown me I'm not a king
Still tryna understand how that's a real thing
Someone tell me what is a king without people
Tryna sit above of each other that's so evil
Lethal weapons are loaded up in my closet, just in case Uncle Sam wanna try to rob it
See another rocket flying up to mars, I'm just trying to put some groceries in my car
Think we went a little too far too fast, tryna go green but we need more cash
Talk about a dream stop making me laugh, we know it's a scheme stop kissing our ass
I know that the grass ain't greener over there
Tryna go to heaven really who the hell care
Just be aware how you living right now, pick yourself up don't let you go down
Take a look around I don't see any men, just some little boys all hating on their friends
Who's gunna get up in that new Benz first? Dying to live you start rushing to your hearse
Tell me what's worse than that you know better, life ain't all about getting mo' chedda
Never gunna learn though till it's too late, need a little more love and little less hate




But don't wait for your world to change, Change yourself and see your world rearrange
Strange how we got it so twisted, whether born rich or poor were all gifted, Listen

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Mac & Mac's song Listen present a critique of the American Dream and the culture of celebrity worship. The opening lines highlight how we are raised to believe that we will all become "millionaires and movie gods and rock stars," portraying the unrealistic expectations of society. As the song continues, the artists express frustration with the fact that celebrities live lavish lifestyles while the rest of society struggles to make ends meet. They mention how Hollywood is a "big scheme" designed to create this false narrative of success.


Additionally, the song touches on the idea that materialism and consumerism have taken over American culture. People are obsessed with their possessions, and this obsession has led to an increase in suicide rates and a lack of concern for important issues such as climate change. Mac & Mac believe that people have lost sight of what is truly important in life, and they urge listeners to focus on improving themselves rather than trying to keep up with others.


Overall, the message of Listen is that we need to re-evaluate our values as a society and focus on the things that truly matter. We should strive to be kinder and more compassionate to one another, and work together to create a more just and equitable world.


Line by Line Meaning

We have all been raised on television to believe that one day
From a young age, we are conditioned by the media to believe that one day we will all become famous and wealthy.


We will all be millionaires and movie gods and rock stars
The media instills in us the idea that becoming a millionaire or a celebrity is the ultimate goal in life.


But we wont
In reality, very few people will actually achieve such levels of success and wealth.


And we are slowly learning that fact
Over time, we are realizing that this notion is not realistic for the majority of people.


And we are very very pissed off
This realization can lead to frustration and anger towards society and the media's portrayal of success and happiness.


Let's talk about celebrities, they get paid more money then we'll ever see
Celebrities are paid exorbitant amounts of money that most people will never come close to earning in their lifetime.


Live ill lives in the hills of Beverly and make a rat race out of that for you and me
Celebrities live lavish lifestyles and exploit the idea of fame and success to create a competitive culture where the average person feels inferior and constantly striving for more.


Like were ever gunna see the big screen, big dreams roll around in a limousine
For most people, the idea of achieving fame and success in the entertainment industry is unrealistic and often leads to disappointment and unfulfilled dreams.


Everybody in the hood tryna get seen, it looks like Hollywood's a big scheme
Many people in lower income areas aspire to become successful in the entertainment industry, however it often seems like a rigged system created to maintain the status quo of the wealthy and privileged.


Probably never gunna see a million but Jeff Bezos got a hundred billion
While the vast majority of people will never achieve immense wealth, a select few like Jeff Bezos have accumulated astronomical amounts of money.


Well actually it's more than that, but I don't care anymore I'm too poor for that, its wack
While the richest people in the world continue to accumulate wealth beyond imagination, it becomes increasingly irrelevant for those struggling to make ends meet.


Got my people on crack and heroin, everybody want marijuana medicine
Drug addiction and the desire for palliative care like medical marijuana are prominent issues in many communities.


Since when was getting high so prevalent?
The cultural and societal norms around drug use have shifted over time to become more accepting and commonplace.


And seeing all the gentlemen turned feminine
The changing social norms and gender fluidity is increasingly visible in popular culture and daily life.


We ain't never been this mixed up, IPhones androids no kids' stuff
As technological advancements continue to accelerate, society becomes increasingly complex and difficult to navigate.


Twitter IG Facebook Tiktok, still couldn't see time pass on your big watch
Despite the prevalence of social media and the constant distractions of modern technology, time continues to pass at the same pace and can easily slip away from us.


And while you're so materialistic, suicide rounds up another statistic
The emphasis on material possessions and wealth can lead to a lack of fulfillment and even depression, as evidenced by the high rates of suicide in some communities.


Ballistic missiles keep flying so mystic encryptic heart start beating arrhythmic
The ongoing threat of war and violence can be overwhelming and cause anxiety and fear.


The rich stay rich the poor stay poor, everyday seems like they take a little more
The economic inequality gap continues to widen, with the wealthy accumulating more wealth while the poor continue to struggle to make ends meet.


But how much more can they take? Even gotta pay for a cigarette break, Wait
The constant burden of financial stress and living paycheck to paycheck wears on individuals, making even basic necessities like taking a break at work an additional expense.


Everybody turn so fake I can't even look the damn mirror in the face
The emphasis on success and material possessions can lead to a lack of authenticity and individualism, making it difficult to maintain a sense of self.


Now I got snakes in the grass all around me, still tryna figure out how they all found me
People in positions of power and influence may have hidden motives or intentions that can be difficult to discern, leading to feelings of betrayal and distrust.


Drown me before you crown me I'm not a king
The desire for power and influence in society can be dangerous and can come with negative consequences.


Still tryna understand how that's a real thing
The mechanisms and systems that govern society can seem incomprehensible and unjust.


Someone tell me what is a king without people
Leadership and power are meaningless without the support and acceptance of the people being governed.


Tryna sit above of each other that's so evil
The desire for power and influence can lead to a harmful sense of superiority and a disregard for the well-being of others.


Lethal weapons are loaded up in my closet, just in case Uncle Sam wanna try to rob it
The fear and distrust of the government can lead to extreme actions and a sense of self-protection.


See another rocket flying up to mars, I'm just trying to put some groceries in my car
The grandiose and expensive projects of the wealthy and the government can be frustrating to those struggling to meet basic needs like buying food.


Think we went a little too far too fast, tryna go green but we need more cash
While the push towards sustainable and environmentally conscious living is important, it can be difficult to achieve on a large scale due to lack of resources and funding.


Talk about a dream stop making me laugh, we know it's a scheme stop kissing our ass
The promise of a better life and the constant pursuit of the American Dream can be cynical and disheartening when it seems unattainable for the vast majority of people.


I know that the grass ain't greener over there
The pursuit of material possessions and wealth may seem appealing, but in reality, it does not lead to true happiness or fulfillment.


Tryna go to heaven really who the hell care
The emphasis on wealth and success in society can make spiritual and religious values seem unimportant or even irrelevant.


Just be aware how you living right now, pick yourself up don't let you go down
It's important to be mindful of one's own actions and to take responsibility for one's own well-being, rather than relying on external factors for happiness and fulfillment.


Take a look around I don't see any men, just some little boys all hating on their friends
Despite societal emphasis on masculinity, many men struggle to find their own identity and resort to toxic behavior towards each other.


Who's gunna get up in that new Benz first? Dying to live you start rushing to your hearse
The constant striving for material possessions and status can be dangerous and lead to a lack of appreciation for what truly matters in life.


Tell me what's worse than that you know better, life ain't all about getting mo' chedda
The focus on material wealth and success can lead to a lack of appreciation for the simple pleasures and joys in life, which can be more valuable and meaningful than money.


Never gunna learn though till it's too late, need a little more love and little less hate
It's important to prioritize love and empathy towards others, rather than succumbing to anger and resentment towards those who hold power and privilege.


But don't wait for your world to change, Change yourself and see your world rearrange
Instead of waiting for external factors to change, it's important to take initiative and make positive changes within oneself to promote personal growth and create positive change in the world.


Strange how we got it so twisted, whether born rich or poor were all gifted, Listen
Despite the societal disparities and injustices in the world, it's important to remember that all individuals are inherently valuable and deserving of respect and dignity.




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Written by: Ronald Birch

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had to google this song. youtube just gave me mac miller! :0

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