The group has released five albums since their formation: "Kind of Light" (2003), "Over and Over" (2005), "Not Only...But Also" (2008), "This Must Be Love" (2009) and "The 88" (2010). Additionally, the group provided the soundtrack to the 2012 film "The Lorax". The group's song "At Least It Was Here" is the theme song from the American sitcom "Community".
Nobody Cares
The 88 Lyrics
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It isn't clear is he a fool or a god?
But I don't care who knows it
And I don't care who sees
Lift up my head and roll into a dream
Get out the way he's never sorry
Lives in a play he knows it's always your fault
And I don't care who saw
I turn my head and hope that it'll stop
'Cause nobody cares what you've been through
And nobody cares how much you do
And nobody cares what kind of drugs you're on
I can't take anymore fun
Help on the way isn't she pretty?
It's a new day he feels like a comic book god
But I don't care who knows it
And I don't care who sees
Lift up my head and roll into a dream
'Cause nobody cares what you've been through
And nobody cares how much you do
And nobody cares what kind of drugs you're on
I can't take anymore fun
But then you shake
And then you moan
Come to find out
You're alone
But then you choke
You got another thing stuck in your throat
Then you find out
You were home
'Cause nobody cares what you've been through
And nobody cares how much you do
And nobody cares what kind of drugs you're on
I can't take anymore fun
'Cause nobody cares what you've been through
And nobody cares how much you do
And nobody cares what kind of drugs you're on
I can't take anymore fun
The 88's song "Nobody Cares" is an introspective and melancholic composition that explores the idea that nobody cares about one's struggles, accomplishments, or self-destructive behaviors. The lyrics create vivid imagery of a character who is either a fool or a god, who lives in a play, and feels like a comic book god. However, despite his grandeur, he is alone and nobody cares about his plight. The song builds up to a crescendo of frustration and despair, with the repeated chorus "nobody cares what you've been through, and nobody cares how much you do."
The song's lyrics are open to various interpretations, but it can be viewed as a commentary on the overwhelming sense of isolation and loneliness many people experience. The character in the song conveys a sense of detachment, cutting himself off from the world around him and retreating into his imagination. The chorus could be interpreted as a plea for help, a cry for someone to care and acknowledge his struggles. But in the end, nobody does, and he is left with his pain.
Line by Line Meaning
Open your ears this is a story
Listen closely, because I'm going to tell you a tale.
It isn't clear is he a fool or a god?
I can't quite figure out if he's an idiot or a deity.
But I don't care who knows it
But I'm not concerned with others knowing my thoughts or feelings.
And I don't care who sees
And I'm not worried about anyone watching my actions.
Lift up my head and roll into a dream
I'll tilt my head back and slip into a dream-like state.
Get out the way he's never sorry
Move aside, he never apologizes.
Lives in a play he knows it's always your fault
He lives a life of performance, and always blames others.
I turn my head and hope that it'll stop
I'll look away and pray that it all comes to an end.
Help on the way isn't she pretty?
Aid is coming, and she's quite lovely, isn't she?
It's a new day he feels like a comic book god
He feels powerful, like a god from a comic book, on this new day.
But then you shake
But suddenly, you'll shake.
And then you moan
And you'll groan in pain.
Come to find out
As it turns out,
You're alone
You're all by yourself.
But then you choke
But then you'll choke.
You got another thing stuck in your throat
There's something else lodged in your throat.
Then you find out
And then you realize
You were home
That you never left home at all.
'Cause nobody cares what you've been through
Because no one is concerned about what you've experienced.
And nobody cares how much you do
And no one is interested in how much effort you put in.
And nobody cares what kind of drugs you're on
And nobody is worried about the drugs you may be using.
I can't take anymore fun
I'm tired of this supposed 'fun.'
'Cause nobody cares what you've been through
Because no one is concerned about what you've experienced.
And nobody cares how much you do
And no one is interested in how much effort you put in.
And nobody cares what kind of drugs you're on
And nobody is worried about the drugs you may be using.
I can't take anymore fun
I'm tired of this supposed 'fun.'
Contributed by Aiden F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.