Lyrics
Jet pilot for the day
The protagonist assumes the role of a jet pilot momentarily.
Washed his sins away
Symbolically absolving himself of wrongdoing or guilt.
Loves to see the Rangers play
Enjoys watching the Rangers play (possibly referring to a sports team).
His daddy has a job in Washington
The protagonist's father holds a significant position in Washington.
Wants to raise a Harvard son
Desires to raise a child who attends Harvard University.
Junior liked to let his hair down
A character named Junior enjoys being carefree.
Only trouble is, word gets around
Junior's actions or behavior become known to others.
Revolution will be televised
Anticipation that a revolution will be broadcasted widely.
Across living rooms
It will be visible across various households.
And the great divide
Signifies a significant division in society during this upheaval.
Robbing barren ghettos
Theft from impoverished areas or communities that lack resources.
For us now
Indicates collective responsibility for current circumstances.
Everybody needs a hunting ground
A metaphorical place where everyone seeks opportunities or resources.
Jet Pilot flown away
The jet pilot character departs or leaves.
Got a passing grade
Achieves a satisfactory result or accomplishment.
Made it to the world stage
Reaches a prominent position or recognition worldwide.
A hemisphere away
A significant distance away from the protagonist's original location.
Death is on display
Death or negative consequences are prominently visible.
The sins would never wash away
The guilt or wrongdoing cannot be absolved.
Junior liked to let his hair down
Reiteration of Junior's carefree nature.
Only trouble is, word gets around
Repetition of Junior's actions becoming known to others.
Revolution will be televised
A repeat of the anticipation of a widely broadcasted revolution.
Across living rooms
The revolution will be visible in various households.
And the great divide
Emphasizes the societal division during this anticipated upheaval.
Robbing barren ghettos
Continuation of taking resources from deprived areas for collective benefit.
For us now
Underlines the shared necessity for resources or advantages.
Everybody needs a hunting ground
Reiteration of the metaphorical need for a place to seek opportunities or resources.
Junior liked to let his hair down
Reiteration of Junior's carefree nature.
Only trouble is, word gets around
Repeated disclosure of Junior's actions becoming known to others.
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