Utopia
Wear and Tear Lyrics


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Got a pocket full of bullets
and a pocket full of pills.
You are shining,
youre a city on a hill.

Look at my body,
this is my body,
my choice you
wanna take from me,
can´t take from me.

Keep me climbing
and bend me to your will.

Utopia -
where frees an illusion
the brave live in fear
they could lose.
Lies our truth.
Utopia.
Why are the only three colours that matter to you
red, white, and blue?

Red for the blood in the streets.
Blue for the hearts that are broken with grief.
White is the colour of greed.
The original sin you repeat.

Bring me your huddled masses -
theres cages left to fill.
Is this freedom?
Set fire to your crosses
and wear a badge to kill
is your dream done?

Utopia -
where frees an illusion
the brave live in fear
they could lose.
Lies our truth.
Utopia.
Why are the only three colours that matter to you
red, white, and blue?

Utopia.
Got a pocket full of bullets.




and a pocket full of pills.
Utopia.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Utopia" by Wear and Tear are a powerful commentary on the state of society and the struggle for freedom and justice. The song begins with the image of having a pocket full of bullets and pills, which symbolize the violent and destructive elements present in the world. The singer then describes someone or something shining like a city on a hill, representing a beacon of hope or an ideal. However, the tone quickly turns critical as the singer questions the idea of choice and personal agency, emphasizing that no one can take away their autonomy and decisions.


The chorus introduces the concept of utopia, but it is portrayed as an illusion rather than a reality. The brave ones who seek freedom live in fear of losing it, and the truth is distorted by lies. The lyrics then shift focus to the colors red, white, and blue, symbolizing patriotism and nationalism. The singer questions why these three colors are the only ones that matter and criticizes their associations. Red signifies bloodshed and violence in the streets, blue represents broken hearts and grief, and white represents greed and the perpetuation of sin.


Line by Line Meaning

Got a pocket full of bullets
I am carrying around a dangerous and destructive force with me


and a pocket full of pills.
In addition to the physical danger, I am also burdened by the emotional and mental struggle


You are shining,
You possess a radiant and powerful presence


you're a city on a hill.
You stand out and are admired by others for your greatness


Look at my body,
Direct your attention towards my physical form


this is my body,
I assert ownership and autonomy over my own body


my choice you
The decision-making power regarding my body


wanna take from me,
That you desire to strip away from me


can't take from me.
But you cannot succeed in doing so


Keep me climbing
Continuously pushing me to strive for higher goals


and bend me to your will.
While exerting control and influence over me, molding me according to your desires


Utopia -
The ideal, perfect society


where frees an illusion
Where freedom is merely a deceptive concept


the brave live in fear
Those who are bold and fearless are actually filled with anxiety


they could lose.
There is a constant threat of losing everything they fight for


Lies our truth.
Our genuine reality is obscured by falsehoods and deception


Why are the only three colours that matter to you
Why do you prioritize and value only three specific colors


red, white, and blue?
Associated with patriotism and national identity


Red for the blood in the streets.
Symbolizing the violence and suffering in society


Blue for the hearts that are broken with grief.
Representing the sadness and pain experienced by individuals


White is the colour of greed.
Signifying the selfishness and desire for power and wealth


The original sin you repeat.
Referring to the cycle of corruption and immorality that persists


Bring me your huddled masses -
Welcome and accept those who are marginalized and seeking refuge


there's cages left to fill.
Indicating that there are still oppressed and imprisoned individuals needing liberation


Is this freedom?
Questioning whether the current state of affairs truly represents liberty


Set fire to your crosses
Metaphorically burn the symbols of oppression and discrimination


and wear a badge to kill
However, replacing one form of violence with another through the authority of a badge


is your dream done?
Asking whether the desired vision for a just and equal society has been accomplished


Utopia.
Once again mentioning the ideal and perfect society


Got a pocket full of bullets.
Still carrying the potential for harm and destruction


and a pocket full of pills.
Continuing to struggle with emotional and mental challenges


Utopia.
Reiterating the concept of the ideal society




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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

hoods

Couple things I wanna say:

It’s a great album but not album of the year. My opinion is lil Yatchy's album is better. I mean if you saw how Dontai was acting you would understand; as well as LOOOVE being the most underrated song on the album.

All i hear is FE!N, MELTDOWN or I KNOW ? is the best but LOOOVE just doesn't get that much attention it deserves plus Cudi was sliding on that track. The only thing I hate about this album is how the media is gonna use it especially TikTok with their history of ruining a lot of great songs.

K-POP wasn't even bad at all I think its just a lot of non-spanish speaking people hating or because it sounds like a radio song or because it was a single before it was added on the album which is understandable but everyone still did great on that track.

My favorite songs: hyaena, thank god, my eyes, looove, telekinesis, i know, and sirens (not in any particular order)
My LEAST favorite: delresto (echoes) I just feel like Beyonce did not fit on that track but maybe it might grow on me eventually

Fun Fact: I KNOW ? was originally gonna be replaced my MAFIA but Travis changed it last second.

All the features were great besides from Beyonce imo.

TL;DR: 19/19 Album not aoty but second place in my opinion.



Rap Clips

TIMESTAMPS
0:24 HYENA
6:09 THANK GOD
9:12 MODERN JAM
13:29 MY EYES
17:41 GODS COUNTRY
23:23 SIRENS
27:43 MELTDOWN
32:24 FEIN
36:44 DELRESTO ECHOS
41:29 I KNOW
44:58 TOPIA TWINS
48:55 CIRCUS MAXIMUS
53:11 PARASAIL
55:40 SKITZO
1:02:50 LOST FOREVER
1:06:00 LOOOVE
1:10:29 K-POP
1:15:55 TELEKINESIS
1:21:29 TILL FURTHER NOTICE



SavVvy

TIMESTAMPS:
0:23 -HYAENA
6:08 - THANK GOD (Ft. KayCyy)
9:12- MODERN JAM (Ft. Teezo Touchdown)
13:28 - MY EYES (Ft. Bon Iver & Sampha)
17:39 - GOD'S COUNTRY
23:22 - SIRENS
27:41 - MELTDOWN (Ft. Drake)
32:23 - FE!N (Ft. Playboi Carti)
36:41 - DELRESTO (ECHOES) (Ft. Beyonce &
Bon Iver)
41:26 - I KNOW?
44:57 - TOPIA TWINS (Ft 21 Savage & Rob49)
48:40 - CIRCUS MAXIMUS (Ft. The Weeknd)
53:00 - PARASAIL (Ft. Yung Lean)
55:34 - SKITZO (Ft. Young Thug)
1:01:41 - LOST FOREVER (Ft. James Blake &
Westside Gunn)
1:06:59 - LOOOVE (Ft. Kid Cudi)
1:09:46 - K-POP (Ft. Bad Bunny & The Weeknd)
1:14:54 -TELEKINESIS (Ft. SZA & Future)
1:21:27 - TIL FURTHER NOTICE (Ft. 21 Savage
& James Blake)
ps: i lost my pin from pink tape because youtube glitched out please give second chance



Rick Erikssen

TRAVIS SCOTT UTOPIA TRACKLIST :

1 . HYAENA (0:24)
2 . THANK GOD (6:08)
3 . MODERN JAM (9:11)
4 . MY EYES (13:28)
5 . GOD’S COUNTRY (17:41)
6 . SIRENS (23:22)
7 . MELTDOWN (27:43)
8 . FE!N ( 32:24)
9 . DELRESTO (ECHOES) (36:45)
10 . I KNOW ? (41:30)
11 . TOPIA TWINS (44:57)
12 . CIRCUS MAXIMUS (48:54)
13 . PARASAIL (53:11)
14 . SKITZO (55:39)
15 . LOST FOREVER (1:02:49)
16 . LOOOVE (1:06:01)
17 . K-POP (1:10:28)
18 . TELEKINESIS (1:15:54)
19 . TIL FURTHER NOTICE (1:21:29)

Good to see you back tai , we are aware that our patience is being tested wit these reactions lately but we all know your more busier than ever so don’t force yourself into this and don’t forget we all waiting cuz you actually genuine and the best at reaction you are not scared to be honest and voice your opinions so this is what we all here for ( atleast for me not talking for yall niggas (im not glazin )



Isb💚

0:24 HYENA
6:09 THANK GOD
9:12 MODERN JAM
13:29 MY EYES
17:41 GODS COUNTRY
23:23 SIRENS
27:43 MELTDOWN
32:24 FEIN
36:44 DELRESTO ECHOS
41:29 I KNOW
44:58 TOPIA TWINS
48:55 CIRCUS MAXIMUS
53:11 PARASAIL
55:40 SKITZO
1:02:50 LOST FOREVER
1:06:00 LOOOVE
1:10:29 K-POP
1:15:55 TELEKINESIS
1:21:29 TILL FURTHER NOTIC not mine credits



SavVvy

0:23 -HYAENA
6:08 - THANK GOD (Ft. KayCyy)
9:12 - MODERN JAM (Ft. Teezo Touchdown)
13:28 - MY EYES (Ft. Bon Iver & Sampha)
17:39 - GOD'S COUNTRY
23:22 - SIRENS
27:41 - MELTDOWN (Ft. Drake)
32:23 - FE!N (Ft. Playboi Carti)
36:41 - DELRESTO (ECHOES) (Ft. Beyonce & Bon Iver)
41:26 - I KNOW?
44:57 - TOPIA TWINS (Ft 21 Savage & Rob49)
48:40 - CIRCUS MAXIMUS (Ft. The Weeknd)
53:00 - PARASAIL (Ft. Yung Lean)
55:34
- SKITZO (Ft. Young Thug)
1:01:41 - LOST FOREVER (Ft. James Blake &
Westside Gunn)
1:06:59 - LOOOVE (Ft. Kid Cudi)
1:09:46 - K-POP (Ft. Bad Bunny & The Weeknd)
1:14:54 -TELEKINESIS (Ft. SZA & Future)
1:21:27 - TIL FURTHER NOTICE (Ft. 21 Savage & James Blake)
ps: i lost my pin from pink tape because youtube glitched out please give second chance



All comments from YouTube:

Gamma

can we all appreciate the fact that travis rapped his ass off and didnt let the features overpower the album? incredible album

Commander1SUV

Beyonce and Sza kinda hijacked the songs they're in.

Lamo

@Commander1SUVlmao those were 2 of the worst songs on that album 😂. Not even imo, majority of the ppl skipped those.

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Dat

utopia definitely lived up to the hype and didnt disappoint. i loved telekenesis, sirens, and my eyes

hoods

Couple things I wanna say:

It’s a great album but not album of the year. My opinion is lil Yatchy's album is better. I mean if you saw how Dontai was acting you would understand; as well as LOOOVE being the most underrated song on the album.

All i hear is FE!N, MELTDOWN or I KNOW ? is the best but LOOOVE just doesn't get that much attention it deserves plus Cudi was sliding on that track. The only thing I hate about this album is how the media is gonna use it especially TikTok with their history of ruining a lot of great songs.

K-POP wasn't even bad at all I think its just a lot of non-spanish speaking people hating or because it sounds like a radio song or because it was a single before it was added on the album which is understandable but everyone still did great on that track.

My favorite songs: hyaena, thank god, my eyes, looove, telekinesis, i know, and sirens (not in any particular order)
My LEAST favorite: delresto (echoes) I just feel like Beyonce did not fit on that track but maybe it might grow on me eventually

Fun Fact: I KNOW ? was originally gonna be replaced my MAFIA but Travis changed it last second.

All the features were great besides from Beyonce imo.

TL;DR: 19/19 Album not aoty but second place in my opinion.

BroFiss

My eyes and Thank God all time Travis songs fr. Telekinesis and til further notice up there too fr

☆averagecabb4ge!☆

fr

slatt

@BroFissNone of those are even top 5 lol

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Luke Rutherford-Durney

imagine how much more lit this wouldve been if he reacted when there werent listed features

UnkoMaster430

on gang gang haha...

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