Fortunate Son
Fortunate Son: Unveiling the Irony of Privilege in The Dead Daisies' Anthem
Lyrics
Some folks are born made to wave the flag
Some individuals are inherently destined to proudly represent their country.
Ooh, they're red, white and blue
They symbolize the patriotic colors of the nation, red, white, and blue.
And when the band plays ""Hail to the chief""
When a specific tune ("Hail to the Chief") associated with the nation's leader plays,
Ooh, they point the cannon at you, Lord
They direct the power and aggression of the state against others.
It ain't me, it ain't me, I ain't no senator's son, son
The speaker asserts that they do not belong to the privileged class of being a senator's offspring.
It ain't me, it ain't me, I ain't no fortunate one, no
They emphasize again that they are not part of the fortunate elite.
Some folks are born silver spoon in hand
Some people are born into wealth and luxury.
Lord, don't they help themselves, oh
These individuals take advantage of their situation without hesitation.
But when the taxman comes to the door
However, when confronted by financial obligations,
Lord, the house looks like a rummage sale, yes
Their opulent lifestyle collapses, resembling a chaotic sale.
It ain't me, it ain't me, I ain't no millionaire's son, no
The speaker reiterates they don't belong to the category of being a millionaire's heir.
It ain't me, it ain't me, I ain't no fortunate one, no
Once again, emphasizing their lack of fortune or privilege.
Some folks inherit star spangled eyes
There are those who inherently possess a strong patriotic fervor.
Ooh, they send you down to war, Lord
These individuals are readily sent to fight in wars by those in power.
And when you ask them, ""How much should we give?""
When inquired about contributions for the cause,
Ooh, they only answer ""More! More! More!"" yoh
They demand an incessant increase in support without limits.
It ain't me, it ain't me, I ain't no military son, son
The speaker asserts they do not belong to a family associated with the military.
It ain't me, it ain't me, I ain't no fortunate one, one
Once more, emphasizing their lack of fortune or privilege within military circles.
It ain't me, it ain't me, I ain't no fortunate one, no no no
Repeated assertion of not being a fortunate or privileged individual.
It ain't me, it ain't me, I ain't no fortunate son, no no no
Reiteration of not being a privileged son or part of the fortunate elite.
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