Discography:
• The First Conspiracy (1999)
• Survival Sickness (2000)
• A New Morning, Changing Weather (2001)
• Armed Love (2005)
• The Cross of My Calling (2008)
Up For Sale
The (International) Noise Conspiracy Lyrics
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What have we done? Money's on the lookout for number 1
40 nights and 40 days that's how long I'm going to stay
What have become of the children that this culture spawned?
Another word for lack of precision
Another word that fits for me and you
We are up for sale everything that we know is up for sale
40 days and 40 nights since I last saw some light
What have we done sacrificed our kids and loved ones
40 nights and 40 days is this the price we are going to pay?
What have we become, marked up and price-tagged everyone
Another word for the lack of precision
Another word that fits for em and you
We are up for sale everything that we know is up for sale
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In the lyrics to The (International) Noise Conspiracy's song "Up For Sale," the singer is reflecting on the state of society and how everything seems to be up for sale. The opening lines, "40 days and 40 nights since I last got in a fight, what have we done?" suggest a sense of frustration and helplessness in the face of a larger cultural issue. The singer notes that "Money's on the lookout for number 1," indicating that greed and individualism have overtaken larger concerns.
The repeated refrain of "Another word for lack of precision, another word that fits for me and you" suggests a sort of wordplay, as the word that fits for lack of precision is not given. This ambiguity could be interpreted as a commentary on how the issues the song is addressing are complex and difficult to fully articulate. The final lines of the song, "We are up for sale everything that we know is up for sale," reinforce the idea that society has become commodified and that everything, including people and culture, has a price tag.
Overall, "Up For Sale" is a powerful social commentary that urges listeners to consider the ways in which society has become commodified and individualistic. The lyrics are open to interpretation, allowing listeners to draw their own conclusions about the issues the song addresses.
Line by Line Meaning
40 days and 40 nights since I last got in a fight
It has been 40 days and 40 nights since I've been in a physical altercation.
What have we done? Money's on the lookout for number 1
What actions have we taken? We prioritize money above all else.
40 nights and 40 days that's how long I'm going to stay
I will remain here for 40 days and 40 nights.
What have become of the children that this culture spawned?
How have the children of this society been affected and changed?
Another word for lack of precision
Here is a synonym for a lack of accuracy.
Another word that fits for me and you
This word also suits both of us.
We are up for sale everything that we know is up for sale
We are being sold, and everything we possess is also available for purchase.
40 days and 40 nights since I last saw some light
It has been 40 days and 40 nights since I've seen some sort of positivity.
What have we done sacrificed our kids and loved ones
What choices have we made that have required us to give up our children and significant others?
40 nights and 40 days is this the price we are going to pay?
Is this the consequence we will face for 40 nights and 40 days?
What have we become, marked up and price-tagged everyone
What have we evolved into? Everyone is labeled with a price and is available for purchase.
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