Tin Spam
Rediscovering Timeless Wisdom in Tin Spam's Musical Reflection
Lyrics
They don't make them like they used to
Expressing dissatisfaction with the current quality of things compared to the past.
In this cold and plastic time
Describing the contemporary era as impersonal and artificial.
progress ain't been progressive
Suggesting that advancements are not leading to genuine progress.
but it makes no sense to chaser our behinds
Questioning the wisdom of pursuing modern advancements without purpose.
No, They don't make them like they used to
Reiterating the sentiment that current products or creations lack the quality of the past.
Things going by so fast
Reflecting on the fast-paced nature of contemporary life.
I like it slow and groovy
Expressing a preference for a slower and more enjoyable pace.
And I like it built to last
Expressing a preference for durable and long-lasting things.
Talking 'bout tin spam or caviar
Comparing two contrasting types of food (tin spam and caviar) as metaphors for different lifestyles.
What you eat is what you are
Suggesting a connection between one's choices, especially in food, and one's identity.
Cheap wine or champagne
Highlighting the contrast between inexpensive and luxurious options (cheap wine vs. champagne).
Aspartame or sugar cane
Comparing two sweeteners (aspartame and sugar cane) as symbolic choices with potential health implications.
Take what you're given never take the time
Encouraging a passive approach to life, accepting what is given without self-discovery.
to discover your own desires
Critiquing a lack of self-awareness and exploration of personal desires.
Raised for the system to work you like
Metaphorically portraying individuals as puppets shaped by societal systems.
A wooden puppet to feed their fires
Highlighting the conformist nature of individuals who fuel societal expectations without questioning.
Take dictation from the master's voice
Encouraging blind obedience to authority figures, represented by "the master's voice."
No initiative, a robot by choice
Describing a lack of personal initiative and a willingness to conform, likening individuals to robots.
Maybe take a risk and jump the track
Suggesting the potential benefits of taking risks and deviating from the expected path.
Move ever forward and dont look back
Encouraging continuous progress without dwelling on the past.
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