In 2008, they entered the studio to record their debut album “Lantai Merah”. Their pre-release single from the album, “Merah that distributed freely on the Internet was received with high acclaims from fans, generating 8,000 downloads in the first three months alone.
When “Lantai Merah” finally released on May 2009, Expectations are already mounting and the album was very much hailed by fans and the media as one of the best albums of the year so far, thanks to their catchy and quality songs, vast improvement in their musicality and their unique lyrical approaches.
Rules and Policy
Monkey To Millionaire Lyrics
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So sorry we can't do that
Who make these rules and these policies?
Are they so good, are they so great?
Thank you, thank you for making these life feel so grounded
We do such thing, but they tell us not to
We can do something, but they tell us not to
Oh well what would we do?
We can do something, but they said is nothing
Oh well what would we do?
Go to school, go to college
And get yourself a real job
These are the rules you have to live
And you have to deal with
Maybe you're smart
But it doesn't mean a thing
Coz what they want is your degree
Blow them with your money
And there goes their policy
We do such thing, but they tell us not to
We can do something, but they tell us not to
We can do something, but they said is nothing
Oh well what would we do?
We can do something, but they said is nothing
Oh well what would we do?
We do such thing, but they tell us not to
We can do something, but they tell us not to
We can do something, but they said is nothing
Oh well what would we do?
We can do something, but they said is nothing
Oh well what would we do?
What goes around, shall comes around
What goes around, shall comes around
What goes around, shall comes around
What goes around, shall comes around
The song "Rules and Policy" by Monkey to Millionaire can be interpreted as a commentary on societal norms and the expectations placed upon individuals to conform to these norms. The lyrics express a sentiment of frustration and resistance towards such norms and the people who create and enforce them. The first stanza questions the origins and validity of these rules and policies, and whether or not they truly serve a beneficial purpose for individuals.
The second stanza seems to focus on the pressure to conform to a specific path in life, such as going to college and getting a "real job". The lyrics express a belief that societal expectations do not necessarily align with individual potential or desires. The lines "Maybe you're smart/But it doesn't mean a thing/Coz what they want is your degree" suggest that academic achievements are valued by society above individual skills or talents.
The repetition of the lines "We can do something, but they tell us not to" and "Oh well what would we do?" highlights the conflict between personal desires and societal expectations. The repeated lines "What goes around, shall comes around" could represent a belief in karma or a message of hope that societal norms will eventually change.
Line by Line Meaning
Sorry we can't do this
We are unable to do this particular thing as per the rules and policies in place.
So sorry we can't do that
We are unable to do that particular thing as per the rules and policies in place.
Who make these rules and these policies?
We question the authorities responsible for creating and enforcing these rules and policies.
Are they so good, are they so great?
We wonder if these rules and policies are really beneficial for us or not.
Thank you, thank you for making these life feel so grounded
We sarcastically express gratitude for the rules and policies that limit us and bring down our potential.
We do such thing, but they tell us not to
We have the capability to perform certain tasks, but the rules and policies prevent us from doing so.
We can do something, but they tell us not to
We have the capacity to undertake a certain action, but the restrictions imposed by the policies prevent us from doing so.
We can do something, but they said is nothing
Even though we are capable of doing something, the rules and policies undermine its worth and value.
Oh well what would we do?
We express helplessness and frustration at being restricted by the rules and policies in place.
Go to school, go to college
We are expected to acquire formal education for our growth and development.
And get yourself a real job
We are expected to pursue traditional occupations that are considered respectable and secure.
These are the rules you have to live
The established rules and policies dictate how we should live our lives.
And you have to deal with
We have to accept and cope with the limitations imposed on us by the rules and policies.
Maybe you're smart
We suggest that academic prowess doesn't necessarily equate to success in life.
But it doesn't mean a thing
Academic success isn't enough to be truly successful in life.
Coz what they want is your degree
The emphasis is more on acquiring a degree than on learning and skills.
Blow them with your money
Money can influence the policies and decisions made by the authorities.
And there goes their policy
Money can buy influence and power, thus rendering the policies in place ineffective and unjust.
What goes around, shall comes around
Karma will eventually catch up to those who create and enforce unjust policies.
Contributed by Keira O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Sarah Shafira
Sorry we can't do this
So sorry we can't do that
Who make these rules and these policies?
Are they so good, are they so great?
Thank you, thank you for making these life feel so grounded
We do such thing, but they tell us not to
We can do something, but they tell us not to
We can do something, but they said is nothing
Oh well what would we do?
We can do something, but they said is nothing
Oh well what would we do?
Go to school, go to college
And get yourself a real job
These are the rules you have to live
And you have to deal with
Maybe you're smart
But it doesn't mean a thing
Coz what they want is your degree
Blow them with your money
And there goes their policy
We do such thing, but they tell us not to
We can do something, but they tell us not to
We can do something, but they said is nothing
Oh well what would we do?
We can do something, but they said is nothing
Oh well what would we do?
We do such thing, but they tell us not to
We can do something, but they tell us not to
We can do something, but they said is nothing
Oh well what would we do?
We can do something, but they said is nothing
Oh well what would we do?
What goes around, shall comes around
What goes around, shall comes around
What goes around, shall comes around
What goes around, shall comes around
Elisa O. S. D Silawanebessy
Ngeband terus lomba pakai lagu ini pas SMP tahun 2008/2009. Dan menang. Lagu yg ngebentuk sebuah band lalu juara dan menjadi pengikat bagaikan saudara sendiri sampai sekarang. Big Thank for Monkey to Millionare.
Amanda Vitra
when indie bands stays indie, i feel exclusive for being one of their fans uwu
M. Insan Pratama
I love them!!! listen to them everyday! we need more bands like this!
James Cook
Keren banget neh lagu. Bikin bangga gue jadi orang indo.
Village people
Gw suka konsep yg ini, acak2an khas indie jaman mbien. Ga harus mateng2 banget tp asik bt jamming. Lantai merah memang bagus, mateng dan lebih terkonsep. Tp lagu rules and policy emang gokil banget waktu itu.
Rendy Muhardianto
Saatnya revolusi musik indo!!! Jangan lagu ngantuk melulu!!! Monkey to Millionaire RULES!!!
Sarah Shafira
Sorry we can't do this
So sorry we can't do that
Who make these rules and these policies?
Are they so good, are they so great?
Thank you, thank you for making these life feel so grounded
We do such thing, but they tell us not to
We can do something, but they tell us not to
We can do something, but they said is nothing
Oh well what would we do?
We can do something, but they said is nothing
Oh well what would we do?
Go to school, go to college
And get yourself a real job
These are the rules you have to live
And you have to deal with
Maybe you're smart
But it doesn't mean a thing
Coz what they want is your degree
Blow them with your money
And there goes their policy
We do such thing, but they tell us not to
We can do something, but they tell us not to
We can do something, but they said is nothing
Oh well what would we do?
We can do something, but they said is nothing
Oh well what would we do?
We do such thing, but they tell us not to
We can do something, but they tell us not to
We can do something, but they said is nothing
Oh well what would we do?
We can do something, but they said is nothing
Oh well what would we do?
What goes around, shall comes around
What goes around, shall comes around
What goes around, shall comes around
What goes around, shall comes around
Nissa Maharanie
Oh god berasa flashback ke masa masa sekolah haha sering bgt puter lagu ini ❤
Aditya Kurniawan
Versi ini lebih asik dari yg di spotify❤❤❤❤❤
Renx Gaming
this song bring me back of full memories around 2009 :'