Lyrics
See the diamond it's forever disconnected
Reference to the diamond industry being disconnected or distanced from the harsh realities of child labor involved in mining.
From the horrors of child labour so intensive
Child labor in mining industries is intense and horrific, contrasting the perceived value of diamonds.
Mining undermining our perception of expensive
The act of mining undermines our understanding of what is valuable or expensive due to the unethical practices involved.
Shiny lies to pacify the apprehensive
Deceptive or attractive falsehoods are used to calm or ease the worries of those who are anxious.
Disinformation - what do we know?
Raising the question about the reliability of the information available to the public.
It's propaganda - telling us what they think they need to
Information provided by authorities or powerful entities might be influenced by their perceived necessities or biases.
Coffee romance in the adverts love drug revival
Advertisements create a romanticized view of coffee while disregarding the labor and hardships faced by migrant workers.
Far away the migrants sweat for their survival
People far away (migrant workers) endure challenging conditions for survival, contrasting the idealized image portrayed in ads.
Here's the latest cola burger infatuation
The promotion of trendy consumption patterns like cola and burgers, unaware of the environmental impact and health consequences.
Fed on chemistry and death - deforestation
Consumption driven by artificial additives and resulting in deforestation and environmental degradation.
Disinformation - what do we know?
Reiterating doubts about the reliability of available information.
It's propaganda - telling us what they think they need to
Highlighting that information provided might be a tool of influence rather than objective truth.
Here's the product here's the facts
Presenting products alongside facts, but these facts rarely acknowledge their negative impacts.
They rarely interact
Products and their consequences don't often have a direct correlation in marketing.
Check the deadline on the back
Urging consumers to check the expiration date but metaphorically suggesting to act before contemplating ethical considerations.
Best before you think about it
Indicating the rush to consume without considering ethical implications.
Propaganda met the rumour
Propaganda intertwines with rumors, creating a complex web of information that might mislead consumers.
There's more than meets the eye
Suggesting hidden or obscured aspects beyond what's immediately visible.
Confusing the consumer
The mixed information confuses consumers, making it challenging to make informed choices.
Get the facts before you buy
Encouraging consumers to seek factual information before making purchases.
Disinformation - what do we know?
Reiterating skepticism about the reliability of available information.
It's propaganda - telling us what they think they need to
Highlighting that information provided might serve the interests of those disseminating it rather than being entirely truthful.
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