Restless Youth
Restless Rebellion: Defying Labels, Embracing Hope
Lyrics
They call us problematic, they can call us what they will.
Despite being labeled as problematic, the speaker acknowledges that others can refer to them as they wish.
They don't understand the way we feel.
The speaker suggests a lack of understanding from others regarding their emotions and experiences.
Call us hopeless, call us restless, go ahead now, call us tools.
Embracing derogatory terms, the speaker is defiant and ready to prove themselves.
But this time we've got their number, and something to prove.
The speaker claims to have insight into the situation and a determination to demonstrate their worth.
Most of our lives we've been out of place.
A history of feeling out of place is highlighted in the speaker's life.
All our scars can't be erased.
The speaker acknowledges the enduring nature of their emotional and physical wounds.
They just don't vanish without a trace.
Scars and their impact are emphasized, not easily forgotten or erased.
This time we're gonna stand our ground.
A commitment to stand firm in the face of challenges is expressed.
And there ain't nobody gonna hold us down.
Asserting independence and resilience, the speaker claims no one can restrain them.
Cause We're restless, yeah baby, restless youth.
The declaration of being part of a restless youth with a rebellious spirit.
Here and now we won't back down.
A refusal to retreat or compromise is asserted in the present moment.
And there ain't nobody gonna turn us around.
A determination not to be diverted from their path is expressed.
Cause we're restless, yeah baby, restless youth.
Reiteration of being part of a restless youth, emphasizing the rebellious spirit.
We got one chance left to make it, one last chance to fight.
Recognition of a final opportunity to succeed and a commitment to fight for it.
And we'll face the odds together, said 'It's all right.'
A sense of solidarity in facing challenges together and finding reassurance in that unity.
Take a chance, say a prayer, take another now if you dare.
Encouragement to take risks and pray for success, emphasizing daring actions.
Together we got nothing, nothing to lose.
Collective strength is emphasized, with a realization that there is nothing to lose.
They're not as strong as they appear.
A recognition that those in power may not be as formidable as they seem.
All their scars don't disappear.
Even those in authority bear lasting scars that don't easily disappear.
And they have wounds that never heal.
An acknowledgment of the enduring wounds carried by those in power.
Don't let this moment be forgotten.
A plea to remember the current struggle, highlighting the importance of the moment.
Or else our struggle is for nothing.
The consequence of forgetting the struggle is presented as rendering it meaningless.
I know it's hard to believe.
An acknowledgment of the difficulty in believing the hardships faced.
All these scars and casualties.
A reminder of the visible and lasting impact of scars and casualties.
Our memories, out hopes and dreams.
Various aspects of the collective experience are listed: memories, hopes, and dreams.
I'm nothing but a restless youth, ain't nothing but a restless youth.
A self-identification as a restless youth, emphasizing the persistent nature of this identity.
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