Corona
Minutemen Lyrics
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In their environment
The dirt, scarcity, and the emptiness of our south
The injustice of our greed
The practice we inherit
The dirt, scarcity and the emptiness of our south
There on the beach
I only had a Corona
Five cent deposit
The Minutemen's song "Corona" was written during the 1980s, a time when the Reagan Administration was advocating for free-market policies that many argued were detrimental to the working class. The lyrics of the song speak to the struggles of those living in poverty and dealing with the difficulty of surviving in harsh environments. The opening lines, "The people will survive/In their environment," suggest the song is about resilience and the ability to endure in the face of challenging conditions.
The verses that follow speak to the specific challenges faced by those living in southern California. The dirt, scarcity, and emptiness of the area are cited as challenges, along with the injustice of greed and the impact of inherited practices. The lyrics touch on issues such as environmental degradation and economic inequality, as well as the way these issues are interconnected.
One of the most striking lines in the song is "I only had a Corona/Five cent deposit." This simple phrase speaks to the struggles of poverty and the challenge of finding enjoyment and pleasure even in difficult circumstances. In the context of the rest of the song, it also suggests a critique of consumer culture and the idea that material goods can provide happiness and fulfillment. Overall, "Corona" is a powerful statement about the resilience of people facing difficult circumstances and the interconnected nature of social and environmental issues.
Line by Line Meaning
The people will survive
Despite the challenges and adversities faced by people, they will persevere and continue to exist
In their environment
In the context and surroundings of where they live
The dirt, scarcity, and the emptiness of our south
The poverty, lack of resources, and desolate nature of the southern region
The injustice of our greed
The unfairness and wrongdoing resulting from our selfish desires and actions
The practice we inherit
The traditions and customs passed down to us
The dirt, scarcity and the emptiness of our south
The poverty, lack of resources, and desolate nature of the southern region
There on the beach
At that moment, while on the shore
I could see it in her eyes
Through her expression and gaze, I could see something meaningful and profound
I only had a Corona
The only thing I had to offer or share was a bottle of Corona beer
Five cent deposit
A small, insignificant cost for returning the bottle
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