A refreshing plunge, a drink of palatable water,
A deep inspiration on a warm summer day.
A safe stroll in a middle of the road community,
A neighbor who in times of need will not turn away.
I ain't no politician, I am a citizen
And I wonder if I'm thinking too far out of bounds.
Community protection, rehabilitation,
Police that serve without legitimate right to maim.
Global awareness, ecological guilt,
Cultural and environmental awakening.
I ain't no optimist, I try to be a realist
And I think that we're living too far out of bounds.
Is it too much to ask?
Could it be the earth is shrinking?
I can see the walls closing in,
No one can take much for granted anymore.
Remote control, three cars for every family,
Corruption at the expense of the simple majority.
A violent clash, a plunder of the third world,
Any wretched ploy that bolsters our economy.
I ain't no blind supporter, I'm a conscious citizen
And I know that we're living too far out of bounds.
I ain't no politician, I ain't no blind supporter, I ain't no vegetable
I am a citizen and I wonder if I'm living too far out of bounds
Is it too much to ask?
Can we keep the earth from sinking?
I can see the walls closing in
No one can take much for granted anymore
(You better not take it for granted anymore)
I'm not taking nothing for granted anymore
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2:45 | Generator | Europe | 12" | 2022 | ||
2:45 | Generator | Europe | 12" | 2022 | ||
2:45 | Generator | Europe | 12" | 2022 | ||
2:45 | Generator | United States | 12" | 2022 | ||
2:45 | Generator | Australia | 12" | 2022 | ||
2:45 | Generator | Germany | 12" | 2022 | ||
2:45 | Generator | United States | 12" | 2022 | ||
2:45 | Generator | United States | 12" | 2022 | ||
2:45 | Generator | United States | 12" | 2022 | ||
2:45 | Generator | United States | 12" | 2017 | ||
2:45 | Generator | E-86416-1 | 86416-1LIM | United States | 12" | 2014 | |
2:45 | Generator | E-86416-1 | 86416-1GRA | United States | 12" | 2014 | |
2:45 | Generator | United States | 12" | 2011 | ||
2:45 | Generator | E 86416-1 | United States | 12" | 2010 | |
2:45 | Generator | Russia | CD | 2007 | ||
2:45 | Generator | Australia | CD | 2004 | ||
2:45 | Generator | Brazil | CD | 2001 | ||
2:45 | Generator | Brazil | CD | 1999 | ||
2:45 | Generator | Brazil | CD | 1999 | ||
2:45 | Generator | ESCA-6111 | Japan | CD | 1995 | |
2:45 | Generator | E-86416-4 | United States | MC | 1992 | |
2:45 | Generator | United States | 12" | 1992 | ||
2:45 | Generator | United States | 12" | 1992 | ||
2:45 | Generator | E-86416-2 | United States | CD | 1992 | |
2:45 | Generator | E-6416-2 | Europe | CD | 1992 | |
2:45 | Generator | Canada | CD | 1992 | ||
2:45 | Generator | TJK 207 | Thailand | MC | 1992 | |
2:45 | Generator | Malaysia | MC | 1992 | ||
2:45 | Generator | Russia | MC | 1992 | ||
Remastered | ||||||
2:45 | Generator | United States | CD | 2004 | ||
2:45 | Generator | Europe | CD | 2004 | ||
2:45 | Generator | United States | CD | 2004 | ||
2:45 | Generator | Russia | CD | 2004 | ||
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2:44 | Generator | 1738 | Poland | MC | 1992 |
Robo Pilgrim
Generator
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[quote=Pac]So do you guys know the source for this part of the lyrics:
[i]I ain't no vegetable[/i] I don't see it in the CD booklet and it doesn't sound right when I hear the song (also it's not Graffin's style). I've seen elsewhere that he sings [i]I ain't no mouth to feed[/i] which sounds more like it in a couple of ways. Cheers, -Phil[/quote] Jay said it in one of the ask Jay threads 10/21/2022 at 17:40
Jay said it in one of the ask Jay threads |
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Pac
Lost Pilgrim
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So do you guys know the source for this part of the lyrics:
[i]I ain't no vegetable[/i] I don't see it in the CD booklet and it doesn't sound right when I hear the song (also it's not Graffin's style). I've seen elsewhere that he sings [i]I ain't no mouth to feed[/i] which sounds more like it in a couple of ways. Cheers, -Phil 10/19/2022 at 12:07
So do you guys know the source for this part of the lyrics:
I ain't no vegetable I don't see it in the CD booklet and it doesn't sound right when I hear the song (also it's not Graffin's style). I've seen elsewhere that he sings I ain't no mouth to feed which sounds more like it in a couple of ways. Cheers, -Phil |
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Smokey
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The message of this song has never been more apparent in the present day United States. I believe this song is talking about a very negative way of life that is thriving in the U.S.; "Three cars for every family," perfectly states the wasteful attitude of many Americans. And 1 out of the 3 (or more) vehicles is the pinnacle of American wastefulness, in the form of an SUV. "I ain't no blind supporter, I'm a conscious citizen, and I know that we're living too far out of bounds," shows an attitude that few exude, mainly because many people are not comfortable questioning authority. The overall message is just asking mankind to make well thought out and informed decisions in order to sustain life on earth.
11/13/2004 at 11:57
The message of this song has never been more apparent in the present day United States. I believe this song is talking about a very negative way of life that is thriving in the U.S.; "Three cars for every family," perfectly states the wasteful attitude of many Americans. And 1 out of the 3 (or more) vehicles is the pinnacle of American wastefulness, in the form of an SUV. "I ain't no blind supporter, I'm a conscious citizen, and I know that we're living too far out of bounds," shows an attitude that few exude, mainly because many people are not comfortable questioning authority. The overall message is just asking mankind to make well thought out and informed decisions in order to sustain life on earth.
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Patrick
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I think this song is not only about overpopulation and pollution, but about stepping up and doing something. Its about opening our eyes to the mess we've made and the realization that we need to change.
10/08/2004 at 02:29
I think this song is not only about overpopulation and pollution, but about stepping up and doing something. Its about opening our eyes to the mess we've made and the realization that we need to change.
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Tinusch
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This song has to be about overpopulation: "Living too far out of bounds...","Could it be the earth is shrinking? I can see the wall closing in...", "No one can take much for granted anymore...", "Remote control, three cars for every family..."
07/11/2004 at 16:51
This song has to be about overpopulation: "Living too far out of bounds...","Could it be the earth is shrinking? I can see the wall closing in...", "No one can take much for granted anymore...", "Remote control, three cars for every family..."
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Triple J
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This song is about the destruction of mankind, And a hope that maybe we all can open our eyes and save the world from destruction ("is it too much to ask? Can we keep the earth from sinking?") and about how we need to save what we have i.e. natural resources ("no one can take much for granted any more").
07/11/2004 at 16:51
This song is about the destruction of mankind, And a hope that maybe we all can open our eyes and save the world from destruction ("is it too much to ask? Can we keep the earth from sinking?") and about how we need to save what we have i.e. natural resources ("no one can take much for granted any more").
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