Generation of the Bored
Lost in the Echoes: Exploring the Meaning of 'Generation of the Bored'
Lyrics
I sit around and watch pointless tv
I spend my time idly watching meaningless television.
I pop a pill but it won't fix me
Despite taking medication, it doesn't provide a solution or relief.
I've got lots to do so I do nothing
Although I have tasks, I choose to do nothing.
I'm the g-g-g-g-eneration of the bored
Identifying with the generation that experiences boredom as a defining characteristic.
I say I'm pretty but I feel ugly
Expressing a contradiction between outward appearance and inner feelings.
I say I'm fine but I'm feelin' crazy
Claiming to be fine while internally experiencing a sense of craziness.
I starve myself then devour everything
Engaging in cycles of self-deprivation and indulgence.
I'm the g-g-g-g-eneration of the bored
Reiterating association with the bored generation.
I say listen to me I'll never tell you what I mean
Declaring a reluctance to express true feelings directly.
Listen
Emphasizing the importance of listening.
Don't get me! uh uh
Rejecting the idea of being easily understood.
Complain about war yet do nothing
Criticizing the tendency to complain about war without taking action.
Afraid of love but it's where I wanna be
Expressing a fear of love despite a desire to experience it.
I want you all to watch but I'm afraid you'll see me
Wishing to be observed but fearing judgment or exposure.
I feel so lost but I'll tell you where you're going
Feeling personally lost but claiming knowledge of others' paths.
I don't wanna work don't wanna need for noone
Rejecting the idea of working or depending on others.
I complain about the war yet do nothing
Repeating the criticism of complaining about war without taking meaningful action.
I'M THE GENERATION OF THE ba-ba-ba-ba BORED
Reaffirming belonging to the bored generation with emphasis.
AND NO ONE GET'S ME
Expressing a sense of being misunderstood or not "got" by others.
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