All or Nothing
Punk Goes Pop Vol. 1 Lyrics


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Yo
This sounds like it was from '98, but…
Times were better back then
We weren't all up in each other's shit all the time
Check
It's been a rough year and still sitting inside
Got eyes on screens, what to do with the time?
Shit, you hate your own life gotta ruin someone else's?
Internally convincing yourself you're not selfish
You find a tidbit, spin it out of context
Mix it in with facts that you never cross-check
Act personally hurt, shape a narrative around it
Post it to your circle while they're slumming on the couches
These are accusations, who cares what's factual?
Put 'em on trial where the mob holds the gavel
Retweeted shares get velocity views
The uninformed chiming in are clouding the truth
It's trending, getting picked up by news sites
They turn a blind eye 'cause they know the views spike
Big deal, someone does different than you
Shit, we got real problems if we listen to you
I've had enough, I'm gonna be a mime now
'Cause opening your mouth is like a crime now
And all you wanna do is victimize, wow
You pass judgment in no time now
In the hole so deep you won't climb out
Dig a little more, what'd you find out?
With just one push of a button we fall
I guess we're better off saying nothing at all
Here I am walking amongst foes and adversaries
An acrobat tip-toeing around vocabulary
I wish you best of luck when you're out trying to screw me
It's not all black and white but I'm turning silent movie
Got dirt on me now? How you gonna persuade?
You play with people's lives while I'm playing charades
You're going crazy on another level like bat shit
You should have my career since you're into theatrics
One little slip-up and that's all that it takes
Disregarding the fact that humans make a mistake
There's no filtering process in broken systems
'Cause for one legit claim there are a hundred shit ones
I'll shut my mouth, you can't take my jokes
Don't hold it back ten years and say you hate my quotes
You need to take step back and have a clear look
I'm not sorry for that dick sketch in your yearbook
I've had enough, I'm gonna be a mime now
'Cause opening your mouth is like a crime now
And all you wanna do is victimize, wow
You pass judgment in no time now
In the hole so deep you won't climb out
Dig a little more, what'd you find out?
With just one push of a button we fall
I guess we're better off saying nothing at all
We wanna feel important now
We need that satisfaction now
We won't accept we're different now
We're jumping on the wagon now
I've had enough, I'm gonna be a mime now
'Cause opening your mouth is like a crime now
And all you wanna do is victimize, wow
You pass judgment in no time now
In the hole so deep you won't climb out
Dig a little more, what'd you find out?




With… just one button we fall
I guess we're better off saying nothing at all

Overall Meaning

The song “All or Nothing” by Punk Goes Pop Vol. 1 is a scathing commentary on cancel culture and the dangers of social media in the modern age. The lyrics describe a world where people are more concerned with tearing each other down than fixing their own problems, and where the truth is less important than what gets the most attention on Twitter. The first verse sets the scene, describing a year where everyone has been stuck inside with nothing to do but scroll through their screens. Instead of making the best of their time, people choose to attack each other online, spinning tidbits of information out of context and starting virtual mobs that ruin lives. The chorus is a call to action, urging listeners to stop the cycle of online harassment and hate by refusing to engage in it; the singer says they will become a mime to avoid saying anything that could be used against them.


The second verse takes a more personal tone, with the singer describing the impact of cancel culture on their own life. They feel like they are constantly tiptoeing around, afraid to say or do anything that could be misconstrued, and they resent those who seem to take pleasure in tearing them down. The singer also points out the inherent flaws in the cancel culture system, noting that for every legit claim of wrongdoing, there are a hundred false accusations that can destroy a person’s reputation just as easily. The final chorus is a plea for empathy and understanding, with the singer arguing that we need to accept each other’s differences instead of trying to tear each other down. Instead of rushing to judgment, the singer suggests we take a step back and try to see things from other perspectives, so that we can build a better, more compassionate society.


Line by Line Meaning

Yo
Hello


This sounds like it was from '98, but…
The current situation feels like a blast from the past


Times were better back then
Life was easier and less complicated in the past


We weren't all up in each other's shit all the time
People were not interfering in each other's lives as they do now


Check
Listen or Pay attention


It's been a rough year and still sitting inside
The year has been difficult and most people are still locked inside due to the pandemic


Got eyes on screens, what to do with the time?
People are spending most of their time glued to their screens and are unsure of how to spend their time productively


Shit, you hate your own life gotta ruin someone else's?
Do you have to make someone else's life miserable because you hate your own life?


Internally convincing yourself you're not selfish
Trying to justify that you are not being selfish


You find a tidbit, spin it out of context
Taking things out of context to create drama


Mix it in with facts that you never cross-check
Mixing false information with facts to mislead others


Act personally hurt, shape a narrative around it
Acting hurt and creating a false story to suit their agenda


Post it to your circle while they're slumming on the couches
Sharing the false story with friends while they are relaxing


These are accusations, who cares what's factual?
Making accusations without considering the facts and their consequences


Put 'em on trial where the mob holds the gavel
Holding a trial where judgment is based on popular opinion, not facts


Retweeted shares get velocity views
Controversial posts attract more views and are shared widely


The uninformed chiming in are clouding the truth
People who are not well-informed are contributing to the misinformation and confusion surrounding the issue


It's trending, getting picked up by news sites
The issue is becoming trending and is getting coverage in mainstream news outlets


They turn a blind eye 'cause they know the views spike
News sites ignore the facts because they know that the story will generate more views and clicks


Big deal, someone does different than you
It's not a big deal if someone behaves differently from you


Shit, we got real problems if we listen to you
There are more important things to worry about than the opinions of those who create drama


I've had enough, I'm gonna be a mime now
I have had enough of all this drama and I am going to remain silent


'Cause opening your mouth is like a crime now
Speaking up is discouraged as people are so quick to judge and spread false information


And all you wanna do is victimize, wow
You are always looking to play the victim


You pass judgment in no time now
You judge others quickly, without proper investigation


In the hole so deep you won't climb out
The situation is so complicated and convoluted that it's hard to see a way out


Dig a little more, what'd you find out?
If you investigate thoroughly, you will realize that the situation is more complex than it appears initially


With just one push of a button we fall
A single mistake can lead to mass outrage and backlash


I guess we're better off saying nothing at all
It's better to stay silent and not speak up, rather than to risk causing a controversy


We wanna feel important now
People crave attention and recognition


We need that satisfaction now
People want instant gratification and validation


We won't accept we're different now
People are intolerant of those who are different from them


We're jumping on the wagon now
People are eager to follow the latest trend, without thinking for themselves




Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Jason Cole

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@azenithdelacruz8137

I know when he's been on your mind
That distant look is in your eyes
I thought with time you'd realize
It's over, over

It's not the way I choose to live
And something somewhere's got to give
As sharing this relationship gets older, older
You know I'd fight for you

But how I can fight someone who isn't even there
I've had the rest of you now I want the best of you
I don't care if that's not fair
Cause I want it all

Or nothing at all
There's no where left to fall
When you reach the bottom it's now or never
Is it all or are we just friends

Is this how it ends
With a simple telephone call
You leave me here with nothing at all
There are times it seems to me

I'm Sharing you with memories
I feel it in my heart
But I don't show it, show it
And then there's times you look at me

As though I'm all that you can see
Those times I don't believe it's right
I know it, know it
Don't me make me promises

Baby you never did know how to keep them well
I've had the rest of you
Now I want the best of you
It's time for show and tell

'Cause I want it all
Or nothing at all
There's no where left to fall
When you reach the bottom it's now or never

Is it all or are we just friends
Is this how it ends
With a simple telephone call
You leave me here with nothing

'Cause you and I
Could lose it all if you've got no more room
No room inside for me in your life
'Cause I want it all

Or nothing at all
There's no where left to fall
It's now or never
Is it all or nothing at all

There's no where left to fall
When you reach the bottom it's now or never
Is it all or are we just friends
Is this how it ends

With a simple telephone call
You leave me here with nothing at all
Or nothing at all
There's no where left to fall

When you reach the bottom it's now or never
Is it all or are we just friends
Is this how it ends
With a simple telephone call

You leave me here with nothing at all



All comments from YouTube:

@Asongwrittenforyou

I remember listening to this for the first time 5 years ago and immediately fell in love with it!

@Mikienae

THIS GETS SLEPT ON! Great cover

@sleepingwithpanicatthedisc7740

This band is from Belchertown MA which is where I'm from.

@prisonmike4971

What a throwback

@LimeLivesMatter

Can I have the Japanese version?

@zheythomashudzaifah5281

yeayyyy

@janekaferreira1512

This is great but I miss the originals! Where is six ways from Sunday? Ruby Tuesday girl? :-)

@azenithdelacruz8137

I know when he's been on your mind
That distant look is in your eyes
I thought with time you'd realize
It's over, over

It's not the way I choose to live
And something somewhere's got to give
As sharing this relationship gets older, older
You know I'd fight for you

But how I can fight someone who isn't even there
I've had the rest of you now I want the best of you
I don't care if that's not fair
Cause I want it all

Or nothing at all
There's no where left to fall
When you reach the bottom it's now or never
Is it all or are we just friends

Is this how it ends
With a simple telephone call
You leave me here with nothing at all
There are times it seems to me

I'm Sharing you with memories
I feel it in my heart
But I don't show it, show it
And then there's times you look at me

As though I'm all that you can see
Those times I don't believe it's right
I know it, know it
Don't me make me promises

Baby you never did know how to keep them well
I've had the rest of you
Now I want the best of you
It's time for show and tell

'Cause I want it all
Or nothing at all
There's no where left to fall
When you reach the bottom it's now or never

Is it all or are we just friends
Is this how it ends
With a simple telephone call
You leave me here with nothing

'Cause you and I
Could lose it all if you've got no more room
No room inside for me in your life
'Cause I want it all

Or nothing at all
There's no where left to fall
It's now or never
Is it all or nothing at all

There's no where left to fall
When you reach the bottom it's now or never
Is it all or are we just friends
Is this how it ends

With a simple telephone call
You leave me here with nothing at all
Or nothing at all
There's no where left to fall

When you reach the bottom it's now or never
Is it all or are we just friends
Is this how it ends
With a simple telephone call

You leave me here with nothing at all

@hondaguy1844

Listen @ 0.75 speed.

@johncarloo15

mvp here, tnx bro, hope they didnt make it like these

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