For Us
Mr. Moods and Erik Jackson Lyrics
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And you say you see everything clearly
But your facts don't quite add up
And your plans are frankly eerie
Your head's in the sand
Fingers are in your years
No no no no
You don't speak for us
No no no no
There's a boy you'll never know
An aching mother is praying and crying for her child
So many things you just don't get
Your little head, just don't fret
Your head's in the sand
Fingers are in your ears
Lying through your teeth
You bring misery for years
You don't speak for us
No no no no
You don't speak for us
No no no no
Every child deserves a decent education
Every person has a right to dignity and liberation
Our planet is ill and so is our society
Stop, listen
If not for headlines sipping tea
These troubled streets you would never see
But they have a voice and will be heard
We have a voice and will be heard
You don't speak for us
No no no no
You don't speak for us
No no no no
The lyrics of "For Us" by Mr. Moods and Erik Jackson seem to address the frustration and disillusionment with individuals or entities who claim to speak on behalf of others but fail to truly understand or represent them. The imagery of "your facts don't quite add up" and "your plans are frankly eerie" suggests a sense of skepticism towards someone who appears to be misinformed or deceitful in their intentions.
The repetition of "You don't speak for us / No no no no" throughout the song emphasizes a strong rejection of this person's authority or influence. The lines "Your head's in the sand / Fingers are in your ears / Lying through your teeth / You bring misery for years" paint a vivid picture of someone who is willfully ignorant or deceptive, causing harm and confusion in the process.
The mention of "a boy you'll never know" and "an aching mother praying and crying for her child" adds a human element to the song, highlighting the real-life consequences of being misrepresented or misunderstood. This further underscores the importance of empathy, understanding, and genuine connection when speaking on behalf of others or advocating for change.
The lyrics also touch on broader social issues such as the importance of education, human rights, and environmental sustainability. The call to "Stop, listen" urges the listener to pause, reflect, and consider the voices and experiences of those who are often marginalized or overlooked. Ultimately, the song conveys a message of empowerment and solidarity, emphasizing the collective strength and resilience of those whose voices may have been silenced or dismissed.
Line by Line Meaning
So you think you can speak for me
You believe you can accurately represent my thoughts and feelings
And you say you see everything clearly
You claim to have a complete understanding of the situation
But your facts don't quite add up
The information you provide is unreliable or inconsistent
And your plans are frankly eerie
Your intentions or strategies seem strange or unsettling
Your head's in the sand
You are avoiding or refusing to acknowledge the truth
Fingers are in your ears
You are intentionally ignoring or blocking out feedback
Every child deserves a decent education
Each individual should have access to quality learning opportunities
Every person has a right to dignity and liberation
Every individual is entitled to respect and freedom
Our planet is ill and so is our society
Both the environment and our community are suffering
Stop, listen
Take a moment to pause and pay attention
If not for headlines sipping tea
Without media distractions and superficial concerns
These troubled streets you would never see
You would remain unaware of the struggles present in our communities
But they have a voice and will be heard
Those who are marginalized or oppressed will make their voices known
We have a voice and will be heard
We, as a collective, will not be silenced and demand to be listened to
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