lost and found
Saints Lyrics
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I've heard all the lies and been promised the world
No businessman is gonna use or confuse me
'Cause I ain't no puppet for his capital gain
And what do you get but exploitation
From creeps who are gonna ignore your situation?
Too many people gettin' pushed around
They say I gotta respect the system
But there ain't no respect in that system for me
You gotta be satisfied and show no resistance
If you wanna get to the top of that tree
And what do you get but exploitation
From creeps who are gonna ignore your situation?
Too many people gettin' pushed around
Gonna end up down the lost and found
They give you media minds to keep you satisfied
Then take your brain away to appease and make you smile
No more!
Ain't nobody tells me what to do now
I've heard all the lies and been promised the world
No businessman is gonna use or confuse me
'Cause I ain't no puppet for his capital gain
And what do you get but exploitation
From creeps who are gonna ignore your situation?
Too many people gettin' pushed around
I'm gonna end up deep in the, the lost and found
And that ain't me, babe!
Down, down, down . . .
The lyrics of Saints' song Lost and Found speak about resisting the corporate world's exploitation and manipulation of individuals. The song begins with the singer declaring their autonomy and freedom of choice, stating that they will not allow businessmen to use them for their own gain. The lyrics then emphasize the harsh reality of exploitation that people face in a capitalist society where powerful individuals and corporations prioritize their interests and ignore the needs of others. The chorus repeatedly states that too many individuals are being pushed around and will ultimately end up down the lost and found, representing the idea that people who allow themselves to be exploited and do not fight back will end up forgotten and abandoned.
The second verse expands on these themes, highlighting the systemic oppression and inequality that exists in society. The singer challenges the legitimacy of a system that asks for respect but does not offer any in return. They suggest that conforming to the expectations of the system is the only way to get ahead, but this conformity comes at the cost of one's freedom and individuality. The third verse speaks about the way in which the media is often used by those in power to placate the masses and distract them from the injustices being perpetrated against them.
Overall, the lyrics of Lost and Found are a powerful declaration of resistance against the oppressive structures of power that exist in our society. The song challenges people to take control of their own lives and resist the exploitation and manipulation of those who seek to profit at their expense.
Line by Line Meaning
Ain't nobody tells me what to do now
I am independent and won't let anyone control me
I've heard all the lies and been promised the world
I've been deceived and misled by false promises
No businessman is gonna use or confuse me
I won't be taken advantage of for someone's financial benefit
'Cause I ain't no puppet for his capital gain
I won't be a tool for someone else's financial profit
And what do you get but exploitation
You only receive mistreatment and abuse from others
From creeps who are gonna ignore your situation?
From people who don't care about your well-being or needs?
Too many people gettin' pushed around
Many people are being taken advantage of by others
Gonna end up down the lost and found
They will end up struggling and lost
They say I gotta respect the system
I am expected to follow the rules and regulations of society
But there ain't no respect in that system for me
The system doesn't value or respect me
You gotta be satisfied and show no resistance
You need to be content and not fight back if you want to succeed in the system
If you wanna get to the top of that tree
If you want to be successful in the system
They give you media minds to keep you satisfied
The media provides distractions and entertainment to keep people content
Then take your brain away to appease and make you smile
However, it also manipulates and controls people's thoughts and emotions
No more!
I won't be controlled or manipulated by the media
I'm gonna end up deep in the, the lost and found
I will struggle and be lost
And that ain't me, babe!
That's not who I want to be
Down, down, down . . .
Sinking deeper and deeper into the struggles and challenges of life
Contributed by Colin N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.