Inner City Blues
The Asteroids Galaxy Tour Lyrics
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Spend it on the have nots
Money, we make it
Fore we see it you take it
Oh, make you wanna holler
The way they do my life
Make me wanna holler
This ain't livin', This ain't livin'
No, this ain't livin'
Inflation no chance
To increase finance
Bills pile up sky high
Send that boy off to die
Oh, Make me wanna holler
The way they do my life
Oh, Make me wanna holler
The way they do my life
Oh, this ain't livin' this ain't livin'
No, no baby, this ain't livin'
No, no, no, no, no
Hang ups, let downs
Bad breaks, set backs
Natural fact is
I can't pay my taxes
No! Oh, make me wanna holler
And throw up both my hands
Oh, it makes me wanna holler
They don't understand
Oh, this ain't livin' this ain't livin'
No, no baby, this ain't livin', this ain't livin'
Oh, No
Crime is increasing
Trigger happy policing
Panic is spreading
God know where we're heading
No! Oh, make me wanna holler
And throw up both my hands
Oh, it makes me wanna holler
They don't understand
Oh, this ain't livin' this ain't livin'
No, no baby, this ain't livin', this ain't livin', this ain't livin'
Oh, No
This ain't livin', no, no, no, no, no
Yeah
The Asteroids Galaxy Tour's song Inner City Blues is a powerful commentary on the struggles of living in a society that is unfair and oppressive. The lyrics touch on the injustices faced by many Americans, particularly those living in poverty or facing discrimination. The first stanza speaks to the imbalance of wealth and power, with the “have nots” constantly deprived of resources while the wealthy continue to accumulate money they did not earn. The chorus conveys frustration and anger with the situation, making an urgent plea for change.
The second verse delves deeper into the struggles of living in poverty, with bills piling up and young people being sent off to die in wars they didn’t start. The chorus continues to rage against the status quo and the feeling of being trapped in unfair circumstances. The third verse touches on the realities of living in a society plagued by crime and police brutality, with fear and panic becoming widespread. The chorus ends the song on a bleak note, with the repeated refrain that this is not living.
Overall, the lyrics of Inner City Blues paint a vivid picture of a society marred by systemic inequality and violence, capturing the pain and anger of those who are most affected. The song is a poignant call for change and a reminder that there is still much work to be done to create a more just and equitable world.
Line by Line Meaning
Rockets, moon shots
We expend a lot of resources on space exploration and technological advancements.
Spend it on the have nots
We should be using our resources to help those in need.
Money, we make it
We earn money through hard work and dedication.
Fore we see it you take it
However, much of our hard-earned money is taken away from us before we even have a chance to enjoy it.
Oh, make you wanna holler
This realization can be frustrating and overwhelming.
The way they do my life
We feel like our lives are being controlled by external forces and we have little say in the matter.
This ain't livin', This ain't livin'
Living in a state of constant financial hardship is not truly living.
Inflation no chance
With the rising cost of goods and services, it is difficult to afford even basic necessities.
To increase finance
It is hard to find ways to increase our income and financial stability.
Bills pile up sky high
It seems like bills and expenses are endlessly multiplying and we struggle to keep up.
Send that boy off to die
Society seems to value military service and sacrifice more than the lives of individuals.
Hang ups, let downs
Life is full of obstacles and disappointments.
Bad breaks, set backs
Despite our best efforts, we are sometimes dealt unfavorable circumstances.
Natural fact is
The truth is that life can be difficult and unfair.
I can't pay my taxes
Even fulfilling basic civic duties can be difficult when we are struggling financially.
And throw up both my hands
When faced with overwhelming circumstances, we feel like giving up.
They don't understand
It feels like those in power are disconnected from the struggles of ordinary people.
Crime is increasing
We are seeing a rise in crime and violence in our communities.
Trigger happy policing
Law enforcement seems to be too quick to use force and violence in their interactions with citizens.
Panic is spreading
As a result, fear and anxiety are spreading throughout society.
God know where we're heading
We are unsure of where society is headed or what the future holds for us.
No!
All of these issues are causing a lot of frustration and despair for many people.
Oh, No
This state of affairs is not acceptable and something needs to change.
Yeah
The situation described in the song is unfortunately all too real.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JAMES NYX, MARVIN GAYE, MARVIN P GAYE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
steve little
I love this band.
TheAbyssWalker
This song will never die
SuzySuziko
They are amazing! I suggest "Push the Envelope" as their Best. :)
ZALA
Epic, epic cover. Can't help but jam :)
Frankincensed
Loving the tour.
Sarah Marilynne
i've been looking all over for this song! i really like it. can you by any chance post up attack of the ghost riders too?
John Doe
love this song
animaybanana101
I really like this song! ^_^
Space Dude
Wanna hear them while walking by on NYC streets.
Tomás
This is just excelent