Lyrics
Have you Realized that Rock Stars
Rock stars are being addressed, questioning their honesty.
Always seem to lie so much?
Observation that rock stars often lie.
John Lydon once said he cared
Referring to John Lydon claiming to care but suggesting it was insincere.
But he never really gave a fuck
Expressing doubt about Lydon's genuine concern.
Said he'd use the money he made
Lyrically referencing a promise by Lydon to use money for a noble cause.
So that people would have somewhere to go
Stating the intention to provide a place for people using the money earned.
But now he lives in the USA
Noting Lydon's current residence in the USA, possibly contrasting with his earlier promises.
And Snorts Coke after the Show
Highlighting a perceived contradiction in Lydon's behavior, involving drug use after performances.
Why is it that Rock Stars
Raising the same question about rock stars in general.
Always seem to lie so much?
Reiteration of the observation that rock stars tend to lie.
Joe Strummer once said he cared
Reference to Joe Strummer and doubting the sincerity of his caring statement.
But he never really gave a fuck
Expressing skepticism about Strummer's actual concern for others.
Said he'd use the money he made
Referring to Strummer's promise to use money for a positive purpose.
To set up a radio station to make the
Stating the intention to set up a radio station for better content on the airwaves.
Airwaves full of something more than Shit
Expressing dissatisfaction with the current state of media content.
Have you noticed we're still Waiting?
Observing that the promised positive changes haven't materialized yet.
You must realize that Rock Stars
Reiterating the idea that rock stars often lie.
Always seem to lie so much
Emphasizing the theme of dishonesty among rock stars.
Some will always tell you that they care
Acknowledging that some rock stars claim to care but may not genuinely do so.
But they don't really give a fuck
Casting doubt on the sincerity of such claims.
Still you suckers don't ever learn
Addressing the audience as "suckers" who may be naive in trusting rock stars.
That rock stars deal in money not truth
Asserting that rock stars prioritize money over truth.
It's good Business to exploit you
Positing the exploitation of fans as good business for rock stars.
Just look at Lydon or Strummer for Proof
Citing John Lydon and Joe Strummer as examples supporting the claim of exploitation.
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