Stupidocracy
The Busters Lyrics


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what's the capital of paris
what's more, a meter or a pound
can a model save the world
from getting ugly, fat and round

the man on the street is clever enough
not to show what he knows, cause our system is rough
stupidocracy all over the world
stupidocracy all over the world

stupidocracy all over the world
stupidocracy all over the world

one day we all be chinese
cause we're about to die out
we'll all be looking different
last night someone changed my eyes were changed out

a smart line or two, could really pimp up the song
but the manager said, the crowd is never wrong

stupidocracy all over the world
stupidocracy all over the world

it's such a brand new world
santa brought it with his deers
you can change it for anyone
within the first 6000 years

stupidocracy all over the world
stupidocracy all over the world

stupidocracy all over the world
stupidocracy all over the world

stupidocracy all over the world
stupidocracy all over the world

stupidocracy all over the world
stupidocracy all over the world





stupidocracy

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of The Busters's song Stupidocracy reflect the frustration of living in a society where intelligence and critical thinking are not valued. The opening lines of the song immediately set the tone for the theme of the song, as the singer sarcastically asks "what's the capital of Paris," highlighting how knowledge and education are not things that are valued in modern society. This is reinforced by the following line, which asks whether a model can save the world from getting "ugly, fat and round," suggesting that physical appearance is prioritized over intelligence and substance.


The singer goes on to suggest that people are often afraid to show what they know, suggesting that the system in place is "rough" and does not reward intelligence. This is a pointed critique of a society where knowledge is not seen as valuable, and where people are encouraged not to speak up or challenge the status quo. The repeated use of the word "stupidocracy" throughout the song emphasizes this point, and suggests that this is a problem that exists on a global scale.


Overall, The Busters's Stupidocracy is a commentary on modern society's tendency to prioritize superficial qualities over intelligence and knowledge. The lyrics are a reminder of the importance of critical thinking, and a call to action for those who are frustrated with the status quo to strive for change.


Line by Line Meaning

what's the capital of paris
Asking irrelevant questions that defy common knowledge, highlighting the cognitive dissonance of our society.


what's more, a meter or a pound
Asking an invalid comparison, questioning our ability to measure and make sense of the world.


can a model save the world
Raising unrealistic expectations of beauty, questioning the true extent of a model's impact.


from getting ugly, fat and round
Suggesting the societal pressure to conform to unrealistic beauty standards that are ultimately destructive.


the man on the street is clever enough
Acknowledging the hidden intelligence of ordinary people, who have to navigate a rigged system.


not to show what he knows, cause our system is rough
Implying that the system suppresses free thinking and punishes those who speak out.


stupidocracy all over the world
Summarizing the prevalence of a system that rewards stupidity and punishes critical thinking and free speech.


one day we all be chinese
Joking about cultural homogenization and the invasive nature of globalization.


cause we're about to die out
Reflecting the bleak outlook of a world on the verge of collapse due to the unsustainable nature of our way of life.


we'll all be looking different
Predicting that the consequences of globalization will fundamentally alter our identities and appearance.


last night someone changed my eyes were changed out
Highlighting the fear of change and loss of individuality that arise from cultural homogenization.


a smart line or two, could really pimp up the song
Noting the power of catchy phrases and wordplay to enhance a song's marketability and reach.


but the manager said, the crowd is never wrong
Pointing out the focus of the music industry on catering to the masses, even at the expense of creativity and originality.


it's such a brand new world
Commenting on the constantly evolving state of our world and the feeling of uncertainty it creates.


santa brought it with his deers
Suggesting the absurdity of attributing sudden changes or progress to magical entities instead of acknowledging the complexity of societal and environmental factors.


you can change it for anyone
Empowering individuals to take matters into their own hands and make a difference in the world.


within the first 6000 years
Commenting on the relatively short history of our civilization and the immense damage we have already done to the planet in such a short time.




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