Lyrics
This is a modern world, this is the modern world
This expresses the singer's acknowledgment of the contemporary era, emphasizing the present state of the world.
What kind of a fool do you think I am?
The singer questions the perception of others about their intelligence or awareness in a sarcastic manner.
You think I know nothing of the modern world
Rejecting the assumption that the singer is ignorant, asserting an understanding of the modern world.
All my life has been the same
Reflecting on a life that has remained constant or unchanged throughout its duration.
I've learned to live by hate and pain
The singer has adapted to a life defined by negative emotions such as hatred and pain.
It's my inspiration drive,
Describing a personal motivation or determination that fuels the singer's actions.
I've learned more than you'll ever know
Asserting that the singer has acquired knowledge surpassing that of others.
Even at school I felt quite sure
Even during school, the singer was confident in their future success and prominence.
That one day I would be on top
Expressing the singer's belief in eventual triumph and superiority in life.
And I'd look down upon the map
Anticipating a position of authority and looking down upon others from a figurative height on the map.
The teachers who said I'd be nothing,
Referring to past teachers who doubted the singer's potential and predicted a lack of achievement.
This is the modern world that I've learnt about
Reiterating the acknowledgment of the modern world and what the singer has learned about it.
This is the modern world, we don't need no one
Asserting independence and rejecting the need for external validation or authority in the modern world.
To tell us what's right or wrong,
Emphasizing the rejection of external judgments about what is right or wrong in the singer's perspective.
Say what you like 'cause I don't care
Indicating a lack of concern for others' opinions and a strong sense of self-assuredness.
I know where I am and going too
The singer knows their current position in life and has a clear direction for the future.
It's somewhere I won't preview
Expressing a reluctance to preview or reveal the singer's destination or goals to others.
Don't have to explain myself to you
Rejecting the need to explain oneself to others, indicating a sense of self-confidence and independence.
I don't give two fucks about your review
Expressing a strong disregard for others' opinions or critiques about the singer's life or choices.
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