There are two bands known as Talk Is Cheap:

1. Talk Is Cheap (US) (n… Read Full Bio ↴There are two bands known as Talk Is Cheap:

1. Talk Is Cheap (US) (not pictured) is an American pop punk band based out of Huntington/Charleston, W.Va. Since their formation in 2009, the band has shared the stage with national acts such as New Found Glory, Cartel, Mayday Parade and Rookie Of The Year. In winter 2010, the band recorded their debut EP titled "The Finer Things" with Kory Gable (The Dangerous Summer, I Call Fives) and later releasing the EP on October 18, 2011. The band is currently writing new material. Talk Is Cheap (US) is for fans of New Found Glory, Hit The Lights and The Wonder Years.

2. Talk Is Cheap (UK) (pictured) is a post-hardcore band from Stoke-On-Trent, England.
Formed in early 2009, the band played with bands such as Me vs Hero, Yashin, Paige, Shadows Chasing Ghosts, and All or Nothing. The band recorded their 5-track EP titled "The Roots That Hold Us Down" with Matt O'Grady (You Me At Six, Architects, Don Broco) in early 2011. Talk Is Cheap (UK) is no longer a band.

Problem Child
Talk Is Cheap Lyrics

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These f*****g kids are driving me insane
They're taking credit like they own the place
I've got a secret that I'll tell you right now
If you can't hear me, then I'll sing it out loud

Now everybody just gets to me
It's like a loudmouth, back row yelling at the movies

And if reality gets hard to bear,
You need to find someone who f*****g cares
When reputation's all you have in this town, will it pick you up, or will it take you
Downtown ready to go, it's not a show
It's not a front, it's all we know
Who's taking the stand? Who's taking the fall?
Who's taking the stand?

And I just can't seem to make it through to any single one of you
We demand to make a change in a world that's all the same
Everybody just gets to me
It's like a white trash clubrat claiming she's not easy
What I want is just a little bit (maybe some more)
What I want is what I'll never get

I know you think that you have found your place,
But just ask anyone, that's not the case
I've got a secret that I'll tell you right now
If you can't hear me then, if you can't hear me then I guess I'll sing it out loud

Everybody just gets to me
It's like you're bringing up history, thinking I'll feel guilty
What I want is just a little bit (maybe some more)
But what I want is what I'll never get (give me some more)
What I want is just a little bit (maybe some more)
What I want, well I want is

All of this s**t to end with you and all your stupid friends
It gets me tired, it just breaks me down
But oh, whatever gets you by, whatever gets you where you need on time
I'm not here to judge you, I just speak my mind, and the truth is

Everybody just gets to me
Except the front row right here, picking up the melody.
What I want is just a little bit (maybe some more)

What I want is what I'll never get
Everybody just gets to me.

Overall Meaning

"Problem Child" by Talk Is Cheap is a song that expresses frustration and disillusionment with the people around the artist. The lyrics convey a sense of being overwhelmed and out of place among people who are self-absorbed and careless. The first stanza of the song highlights the artist's irritation with younger people who are seemingly taking over and acting entitled. The next stanza delves into the artist's struggles with reality and the need for empathy when things get tough. The third stanza addresses the difficulties of being judged solely on reputation, and ends on the question of who will take responsibility for their actions.

The chorus repeats the phrase "everybody just gets to me," which emphasizes the artist's feelings of isolation and inability to connect with others. The bridge emphasizes the artist's desire for change and an end to the cycle of frustration. The final stanza returns to the chorus, with the artist acknowledging the few individuals who do provide comfort and understanding.

Overall, the song portrays a sense of disconnection from the world around the artist and a frustration with the apathy and carelessness of others.

Line by Line Meaning

These f*****g kids are driving me insane
I am incredibly frustrated with these young people who are causing me great distress.

They're taking credit like they own the place
They are acting as though they are the owners of this space and taking undue credit for things they didn't do.

I've got a secret that I'll tell you right now
I have information that I will share with you at this moment.

If you can't hear me, then I'll sing it out loud
If I am not being heard, then I will raise my voice so that everyone can hear me.

Now everybody just gets to me
Everyone is starting to bother me.

It's like a loudmouth, back row yelling at the movies
It's akin to hearing an obnoxious person in the back row of the movie theater shouting at the screen.

And if reality gets hard to bear,
And if the harsh truth becomes difficult to handle,

You need to find someone who f*****g cares
You should look for someone who actually cares and can offer you support.

When reputation's all you have in this town, will it pick you up, or will it take you
If your reputation is your only asset in this place, will it help you succeed or lead to your downfall?

Downtown ready to go, it's not a show
We are prepared to head downtown, and this is not about putting on some sort of performance.

It's not a front, it's all we know
This isn't just a facade, it's a way of life for us.

Who's taking the stand? Who's taking the fall?
Who will stand up for what's right, and who will suffer the consequences?

And I just can't seem to make it through to any single one of you
I am having a hard time getting through to anyone whatsoever.

We demand to make a change in a world that's all the same
We are demanding to make a difference in a world that seems to be stagnant and unchanging.

It's like a white trash clubrat claiming she's not easy
It's similar to hearing a person from the lower class proclaiming that they are not promiscuous.

What I want is just a little bit (maybe some more)
All I want is a little bit, and perhaps I even want more than that.

What I want is what I'll never get
What I desire is something that I will never be fortunate enough to attain.

I know you think that you have found your place,
I understand that you believe that you have discovered your niche,

But just ask anyone, that's not the case
However, if you ask someone else, they will tell you that that is not the reality.

All of this s**t to end with you and all your stupid friends
I want all of these problems to stop; all of these issues with you and your foolish companions.

It gets me tired, it just breaks me down
All of this is exhausting me, and it's wearing me out mentally and emotionally.

But oh, whatever gets you by, whatever gets you where you need on time
But hey, whatever helps you cope and whatever allows you to arrive at your destination on schedule.

I'm not here to judge you, I just speak my mind, and the truth is
I'm not here to pass judgement on you, I'm simply voicing my opinion, and the truth is that...

Except the front row right here, picking up the melody.
With the exception of the people in the front row, who are enthusiastically joining in with the music.

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