In Bloom
Michael Armstrong Lyrics


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Sell the kids for food
Weather changes moods
Spring is here again
Reproductive glands

He's the one
Who likes all the pretty songs
And he likes to sing along
And he likes to shoot his gun
But he knows not what it mean
Knows not what it mean
And I say
He's the one
Who likes all the pretty songs
And he likes to sing along
And he likes to shoot his gun
But he knows not what it mean
Knows not what it mean
And I say yeah

We can have some more
Nature is a whore
Bruises on the fruit
Tender age in bloom

He's the one
Who likes all the pretty songs
And he likes to sing along
And he likes to shoot his gun
But he knows not what it mean
Knows not what it mean
And I say
He's the one
Who likes all the pretty songs
And he likes to sing along
And he likes to shoot his gun
But he knows not what it mean
Knows not what it mean
And I say yeah

He's the one
Who likes all the pretty songs
And he likes to sing along
And he likes to shoot his gun
But he knows not what it mean
Knows not what it mean
And I say
He's the one
Who likes all the pretty songs
And he likes to sing along
And he likes to shoot his gun
But he knows not what it mean




Knows not what it mean
And I say yeah

Overall Meaning

Michael Armstrong's song "In Bloom" has lyrics that could be interpreted in many ways. One interpretation is that the song is about the damaging effects of consumerism and materialism on society. The opening line, "Sell the kids for food," suggests that people are willing to sacrifice everything, even their own children, for material possessions. The next line, "Weather changes moods," implies that the environment is affected by the actions of people, perhaps indicating that the consequences of consumerism extend beyond just human life.


The chorus of the song repeats several times, with the line "He's the one who likes all the pretty songs" possibly referring to someone who is easily swayed by advertising and superficial beauty. This person likes to "sing along" with the masses and "shoot his gun," possibly a reference to the idea that consumerism has made people more violent and angry. However, despite his enjoyment of these things, the person "knows not what it means," suggesting a lack of understanding of the real impact of his actions.


The second verse continues with the theme of nature being exploited and abused, as seen with the line "Nature is a whore." The reference to "bruises on the fruit" could be interpreted as the toll that mass production takes on the quality of produce. "Tender age in bloom" could be interpreted as a reference to the youth being targeted and influenced by materialism. Overall, the song seems to be commenting on the negative impact of consumerism and materialism, and how it blinds people to the harm they are causing to themselves and the natural world.


Line by Line Meaning

Sell the kids for food
Using children as commodities to cope with hunger and poverty, a bleak reality in some parts of the world.


Weather changes moods
The climate can have a significant impact on our emotional state and behavior.


Spring is here again
A sign of change, renewal, and growth after a period of stillness and stagnation.


Reproductive glands
A reference to sexual maturation and the biological urge to procreate, which can manifest in various forms of behavior.


He's the one Who likes all the pretty songs And he likes to sing along And he likes to shoot his gun But he knows not what it mean Knows not what it mean
A commentary on the paradoxical nature of some individuals, who may enjoy seemingly contradictory interests, yet lack a true understanding of their consequences or implications.


And I say He's the one Who likes all the pretty songs And he likes to sing along And he likes to shoot his gun But he knows not what it mean Knows not what it mean And I say yeah
Reiteration of the previously established theme with added emphasis and conviction.


We can have some more Nature is a whore Bruises on the fruit Tender age in bloom
A cynical take on human exploitation of natural resources and the corruption of innocence.




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Written by: Kurt Cobain

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Douchebag McGillicuddy

Very trippy and quite unique! I'll have to check out more. Cheers... Buzz Cartier, monthly guest on The Defective Jukebox on WFDU 89.1 FM, Teaneck, NJ

Igor Prado

I'm gonna check out your show! Cheers!

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