Sign Of The Times
Mouthwash Lyrics

From Brixton to Bounds Green
From one end of the city to the other, a change is on the horizon.

Something's coming up
A shift in the current state of things is imminent.

a new generation
A group of younger people with different ideas and values.

that couldn't give a fuck
Who do not care about the old ways of doing things.

always being lied to
Having been deceived and mistreated for too long.

never given love
Deprived of affection and compassion by the society.

never made an impact
They feel that their existence and aspirations go unnoticed by the world around them.

so their spilling blood
As a result, their pent-up anger and frustration are manifesting in violence and unrest.

Cause things ain't nice round here anymore
The current situation in the city is dire and getting worse with each passing day.

The heart of the city
The central area of the metropolis.

is getting rotten to the core
It's decaying from within, with corrupt and oppressive practices that harm its inhabitants.

your life is respected
You are valued and seen as a valuable member of society.

about as much as the law
However, that respect is as little as the amount of empathy shown by the law system.

keep your thoughts to yourself
Do not speak out, lest the powers that be will retaliate against you.

and your eyes to the floor
Look down and do not make eye contact with anyone, to avoid drawing attention to yourself.

The laying on of hands..
A promise of comfort and relief from the pain and suffering.

all pain is soothed...
Through unity and solidarity, they can work together to help each other overcome their struggles.

Soon we'll understand...
By coming together and speaking out about the issues, they will gain a deeper understanding of the root causes of their problems.

these words of truth.
The lyrics of this song are a call to action, for the listeners to stand together and fight for change.

From Battersea to Hackney
Across different neighborhoods and communities, a similar transformation is underway.

something's brewing up
A new way of thinking and living is taking shape.

the old generation
The older generation that holds on to outdated views and values.

are getting out of touch
They are not keeping up with the needs and desires of the younger generations.

their hands are on the wheel
They are still in control of the city, but their grip is slipping.

but our feet our on the clutch
The younger generations are ready to take the wheel and steer the city in a new direction.

and our generations
The younger people who are demanding change.

running out of trust
They have lost faith in the authorities and institutions that are meant to protect them.

every other corner another crack whore
The city is plagued with drug addiction and poverty, leading to a cycle of desperation and exploitation.

Can't see no further than the next score
The addicts are blinded by their cravings, and cannot think beyond their next fix.

As a little girl you won't believe what she saw
Even the youngest members of society are exposed to the harsh realities of life in the city.

Chorus x2
The chorus repeats the message that by working together, they can overcome their struggles and create a better future for the city and its people.