Make a Mark
Making a Mark: Confronting Shallow Influence and Fraud in the Music Scene
Lyrics
It's so hard to make a mark when you wash away
Expresses the difficulty of leaving a lasting impression when efforts are easily erased or overlooked.
It's so hard to be remembered when you've got nothing to say
Highlights the challenge of being remembered when lacking meaningful or impactful content.
How could there be influence with quality in short supply?
Raises the question of how influence can be achieved when there is a scarcity of quality.
Forced to watch this impotence. a dozen for a dime
Describes the frustration of witnessing powerlessness and ineffectiveness, perhaps in a competitive environment.
when the frauds are on the rise we wanna see them fall
Expresses a desire to witness the downfall of fraudulent individuals who are gaining prominence.
When the frauds are flying high we wanna see them crawl
Reiterates the wish to see those engaging in fraudulent activities face difficulties.
Never did pay any dues - they've got a lot to learn
Comments on those who haven't earned their place or skills through hard work and experience.
When they come down with a crash we wanna see them burn
Expresses a desire to see the failure and consequences for those who rise without paying their dues.
how can we deeply moved by their shallow words?
Questions the authenticity of emotions evoked by superficial or insincere words.
The message is expendable. cheap and mass produced
States that the message is disposable, lacking value, and easily replicated on a large scale.
How could there be influence with quality in short supply?
Reiterates the theme of influence being compromised by a shortage of quality.
Forced to watch this impotence. a dozen for a dime
Reiterates the frustration of observing powerlessness and ineffectiveness, using a metaphorical price comparison.
better enjoy success. cause it won't last
Advises enjoying success as it is temporary and acknowledging the humor in egotism.
That kind of ego is just good for a laugh
States that a certain level of ego is only amusing and lacks substance.
the money machine will make it grow
Describes the growth of the "money machine" and its ability to influence and control.
Will hit a nerve and make it gold
Suggests that the money machine can exploit sensitive topics and turn them into profitable ventures.
If they have it to jam it down
Indicates a forceful imposition or promotion of a particular idea or agenda.
Jam it down your throat
Repetition emphasizing the forceful imposition of ideas and the difficulty of making a lasting mark.
Jam it down your throat
-It's so hard to make a mark
-Jam it down your throat
-It's so hard to make a mark
Continued emphasis on the challenges of making a mark against external forces.
Jam it down your throat
-Till it succeeds
-where they do come from
Raises questions about the origins, meanings, and significance of certain individuals or movements, ultimately suggesting emptiness.
What do they mean
-Some random kids from some random scene
-What do they stand for
-What do they mean
-What are they saying
-Nothing. nothing
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