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The Kids Are Coming
Tones And I Lyrics


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No one wants to listen to the kids these days, yeah
The fibs these days, yeah
They say that we're all the same
But they're the ones to blame
Speaking of the young as if we killed someone
But we don't need your guns
We're all too busy on the run
Tryna be someone

The kids are comin'
The kids are gunnin'
The kids are runnin'
The kids are comin'
The kids are comin'
The kids are gunnin'
The kids are runnin'
The kids are comin' for you

No one seems to understand the kids these days
And why we live this way
We got to clean up the mess you've made
Still you don't wanna change
You create the law but can't control our thoughts
And no, we won't be bought
We don't just protest for the fun
We're here to get it done

The kids are comin'
The kids are gunnin'
The kids are runnin'
The kids are comin'
The kids are comin'
The kids are gunnin'
The kids are runnin'
The kids are comin' for you

Now you've gone and done it and we locked you in the basement
Marching through the streets is not the only way to change things
Now you've gone and done it and we locked you in the basement
Marching through the streets is not the only way to change things

This never would've happened when I was a boy
You kids these days and your millennium items
And your card games
And your loud music
And your hula hoops
And your hopscotch
And your dungarees
And your lollipops
And your Sony Playstations and your

The kids are comin'
The kids are gunnin'
The kids are runnin'
The kids are comin'
The kids are comin' for you

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Tones And I's "The Kids Are Coming" express the feelings of the young generation towards their elders who do not seem to understand their way of life or listen to their opinions. The singer chants that nobody wants to listen to the kids these days or the "fibs" they say. It appears that older people assume that all youngsters are the same, and they blame them for many things instead of accepting responsibility themselves. Interestingly, the song shifts from poetic to confrontational with the monotonous repetition of the phrase "The kids are coming" in the chorus, emphasizing the urgency of this message that they have something to say, and they will not be silenced. The lyrics reflect the frustrations of the younger generation and the need for change.


Further, the song suggests that there's a division between the young and old, with the latter being left to clean up the mess created by the former generation. Sadly, the older generation does not seem willing to change, despite holding the power to shape the future. The kids recognize this and chant "You create the law but can't control our thoughts," indicating that they are not afraid to challenge the status quo. The sing-along chorus' repetitive nature is likely to inspire and empower the younger generation to speak up and fight for their rights. The verse that reads, "Marching through the streets is not the only way to change things," encourages the young generation to do things differently and find new ways of bringing change.


Line by Line Meaning

No one wants to listen to the kids these days, yeah
The younger generation's thoughts and opinions are overlooked by adults.


The fibs these days, yeah
Adults spread misinformation about younger generations.


They say that we're all the same
Adults believe all younger people are alike, with no distinctive personalities.


But they're the ones to blame
Adults are responsible for the negative attitudes they hold towards younger generations.


Speaking of the young as if we killed someone
Adults view younger generations as criminals.


But we don't need your guns
Younger generations do not need violence to make a change.


We're all too busy on the run
Younger generations are always on the move, exploring new ways to make a difference.


Tryna be someone
Younger generations strive to make their mark on the world and be recognized.


No one seems to understand the kids these days
Adults do not comprehend the unique qualities of adolescents and young adults.


And why we live this way
Older generations struggle to grasp the motivations behind the lifestyle choices of younger people.


We got to clean up the mess you've made
Younger generations feel the need to rectify the errors made by the previous generation.


Still you don't wanna change
Older generations are resistant to changing their beliefs and ways of life.


You create the law but can't control our thoughts
Adults enforce rules and regulations, but cannot manipulate younger people's thinking patterns.


And no, we won't be bought
Younger generations cannot be swayed by mere monetary compensation or material objects.


We don't just protest for the fun
Younger generations are motivated by a genuine need to make change, not simply to cause disruption.


We're here to get it done
Younger generations are determined to make a real difference.


Now you've gone and done it and we locked you in the basement
The younger generation has taken control and has locked up the adults who have ignored their voices.


Marching through the streets is not the only way to change things
There are many ways to make an impact, and protests are not the only option.


This never would've happened when I was a boy
Adults reminisce about their own childhoods and disapprove of the way younger generations live today.


You kids these days and your millennium items
Adults find issue with the technology and advancements of current times.


And your card games
Adults criticize younger generations' hobbies and pastimes.


And your loud music
Adults disapprove of the musical choices of younger people.


And your hula hoops
Adults find fault with the toys and games that younger generations enjoy.


And your hopscotch
Adults see children's games as frivolous and pointless.


And your dungarees
Adults criticize younger generations for their clothing choices.


And your lollipops
Adults belittle the things that bring younger people joy.


And your Sony Playstations and your
Adults see gaming systems as a waste of time and resources.


The kids are comin'
Younger generations are taking charge and making their voices heard.


The kids are gunnin'
Younger generations are motivated to fight for what they want and need.


The kids are runnin'
Younger generations are always moving forward, pushing towards a brighter future.


The kids are comin' for you
Younger generations are making waves and will not be silenced.




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Toni Watson

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