Too young to know by they don't deserve to know (2024)

Too young to know

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Paralyzed by the fear of being inferior
My charm can't save me when there's a language barrier
An optimistic application, they bought me for more than I'm worth
It's like somehow being so underpaid was easier than knowing I'm not
It's a late stage capitalistic internal conflict that I lack the wherewithal to know how to deal with
Put me back
Put me back on the starving side
For its the struggle I've romanticized

Money's a luxury that I can't afford
At least that's what they tell me
But am I conditioned to be optimistic about the payment for back breaking work
It's a game of mental ping pong when I'm assessing how much I'm worth
The left would say it's pennies, the right would say be grateful
But I feel like the little boy caught in the middle and too young to know
Hey kid here's a few bucks but your back won't work in 30 years

By the way, it'll take that long to figure out we're f*cking you
We're so glad to have you on the team

In the song "Too Young To Know" by they don't deserve to know, the lyrics depict a sense of paralysis and insecurity stemming from feeling inadequate or inferior. The singer is overwhelmed by the fear of not being good enough and realizes that their charm is not enough to bridge the gap created by a language barrier. This realization feeds into a deeper introspection about their value and self-worth in a society where success often feels unattainable. The line "An optimistic application, they bought me for more than I'm worth" highlights the internal conflict of being overvalued in a material sense but feeling undervalued in terms of personal worth and fulfillment.

The lyrical content delves into the complexities of navigating a late stage capitalist society where one's value is often reduced to monetary terms. The singer grapples with feelings of being underpaid and underappreciated, yet also struggling with the idea that maybe it's easier to accept being underpaid than to confront the reality of not being valued for who they truly are. This internal conflict is a recurring theme throughout the song, portraying a sense of helplessness and confusion in the face of societal expectations and economic pressures.

The singer longs for a simpler existence, yearning to be "Put me back on the starving side" where the struggle was romanticized and perhaps felt more genuine than the complexities of navigating a system that dictates their worth. Money is depicted as a luxury that feels out of reach, further highlighting the disconnect between their perceived value and their actual lived experience. The lyrics question the conditioning of society to be optimistic about compensation for labor, pointing to a skewed perception of worth that leaves them feeling lost and unfulfilled.

Towards the end of the song, the singer grapples with a sense of betrayal and disillusionment as they realize the harsh truth that their efforts and sacrifices may not be valued in the long run. The imagery of a child being handed a few bucks with the stark reality that their back will not withstand the years of hard work ahead, serves as a metaphor for the exploitation and disregard for human worth in a system that prioritizes profit over people. The song culminates in a sense of resignation and resignation as the singer laments being caught in a cycle of exploitation and manipulation, too young to fully comprehend the harsh realities of the world they inhabit.

Paralyzed by the fear of being inferior
I am immobilized by the anxiety of feeling less valuable than others.

My charm can't save me when there's a language barrier
No matter how charismatic I may be, it doesn't help when I cannot communicate effectively.

An optimistic application, they bought me for more than I'm worth
I approached this process with hope, yet they valued me higher than my actual contributions.

It's like somehow being so underpaid was easier than knowing I'm not
The realization of my undervaluation is more painful than the struggle of receiving insufficient pay.

It's a late stage capitalistic internal conflict that I lack the wherewithal to know how to deal with
I am caught in an internal struggle influenced by advanced capitalism, and I feel ill-equipped to address it.

Put me back
I long to return to a simpler state of existence.

Put me back on the starving side
Place me back in the challenging situation where hardship was my only concern.

For it's the struggle I've romanticized
I have idealized the hardships of that existence, believing they hold a certain nobility.

Money's a luxury that I can't afford
Financial stability is something that seems unattainable for me.

At least that's what they tell me
This idea of financial limitation is what society insists I believe.

But am I conditioned to be optimistic about the payment for back breaking work
Have I been trained to remain hopeful about inadequate compensation for strenuous labor?

It's a game of mental ping pong when I'm assessing how much I'm worth
I constantly fluctuate in my thoughts about my self-worth, caught in a back-and-forth mindset.

The left would say it's pennies, the right would say be grateful
Different political perspectives offer contrasting views on my compensation: one sees it as trivial, the other advises me to appreciate it.

But I feel like the little boy caught in the middle and too young to know
I feel like an innocent child, trapped between these opinions and unable to fully grasp the situation.

Hey kid here's a few bucks but your back won't work in 30 years
I am given a meager amount as payment, yet it is clear that this will lead to long-term physical consequences.

By the way, it'll take that long to figure out we're f*cking you
In fact, it may take decades before I realize how I've been exploited and undervalued.

We're so glad to have you on the team
Despite the sacrifices, they express feigned appreciation for my presence in the organization.

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