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Millennial Poverty (Feat. Shawn Draco)

by Midnight Atmosphere, Shawn Draco

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The song "Millennial Poverty" by Midnight Atmosphere delves into the struggles and frustrations faced by millennials in the modern economic landscape.

The lyrics lament the dreams slipping away due to financial burdens such as medical debt and student loans, contrasting the present reality with the expectations of previous generations.

It touches upon the challenges of achieving financial stability, from low credit scores to the struggle of affording basic necessities amidst rising costs. The song highlights the disparity between generations, acknowledging the systemic obstacles that contribute to millennial poverty.

Despite the hardships depicted, the song also carries a message of resilience, urging listeners not to give up despite the overwhelming odds stacked against them. Ultimately, it explores the complex relationship between money, opportunity, and the pursuit of a better life.

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Dreams are slipping through my grasp,
How did I ever let this happen?
Where have I been the last 10 years?
I don't know.

Medical debt and student loans
At my age my parents owned a home
I always thought if I worked hard
I'd be ok

Behind every millennial who can't afford a house
There's a boomer who can't open a PDF
My credit score is under 650
So I only qualify for poverty

Ah man, 5 bucks a gallon for gas?
I guess I can't afford to eat today.

Driving crappy cars
Shopping with coupons
Maxing credit cards
Working like 4 jobs
My bare necessities
Barely meet my needs
Living check to check
My lower back is wrecked
I'll retire when I'm dead
To keep my family fed
Inflation is a joke
And we're all super broke
Yeah we're all super broke
But we're not broken

Millennial Poverty (poverty)
Is raining down (raining down)
All over me (over me)
When will I have some luck (have some luck)
It's getting hard to not give up

Don't give up!

Millennial!
Poverty!
Is raining down all over me!
When will I have some luck!
It's getting hard to not give up!

I'll never give up!

Its not like we can run away,
from this crazy Rollercoaster ride
But you can't say we never tried.

Money is a resource, money is a game
Money is power, money is fame
You have it, you win
Your options are wide
You don't have it, you struggle
For all of your life

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released August 8, 2023
"Millennial Poverty"
Lyrics by: Katie Maurine Jarvis Shomler & Michael Lee Shomler
Music by: Michael Lee Shomler, Shawn Draco, and Bryan Grau
Produced by: Shawn Draco and Michael Lee Shomler
Vocals, Guitars, Bass, and Drums: Shawn Draco and Michael Lee Shomler
Piano: Bryan Grau
Engineered by: Shawn Draco
Mastered by: Matthew Wolk Mastering

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