Story Behind The Song
This song is about the impact of the 2008 recession on the residents of Detroit, and is told from their perspective. It's about regular people trying to escape the crime infested city they've always lived in.
Song Description
Fast-paced punk rock song that pulls from the sound of Pennywise and Kill'em All era Metallica.
Song Length |
3:06 |
Genre |
Rock - Punk, Rock - Heavy Metal |
Tempo |
Fast (151 - 170) |
Lead Vocal |
Male Vocal |
Mood |
Distressed, Furious |
Subject |
Crime, Theft, Disgust |
Similar Artists |
Pennywise, Green Day |
Language |
English |
Era |
2000 and later |
| |
Lyrics
Less than 20 miles away, a city in deep decay
Neighborhoods rot away, they all need to escape
Arson turns the city gray, corruption fans the flame
Law enforcement feels betrayed, sacrificing for meager pay
So they say,
I don't wanna be here anymore
This place isn't like it was before (x2)
Ever since 2008, their departure accelerates
Looking for a better way, they all want to escape
Nowhere for the kids to play, parents looking the other way
Vacant lots become a grave, neighbors walking the streets afraid
And they say
I don't wanna be here anymore
This place isn't like it was before (x2)
It'll never be again