Young Man, Old Man (You Ain't Better Than the Rest)
The Dissociatives
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I've got a clearspot, a devilish psalm But nobody's home to fix the alarm, no Disgruntled woman, enchanted stains We're tempted by god but nothing remains Hey boys we speak better than young men But will be better than than an old man, Honey, you'll see Hey boys we speak better than young men But will be better than than an old man, Honey, you'll see My faith is hungry like a whale's frozen toes, Steal cap fingers and nobody knows It's raining concrete a tunnel wind blows Stones on my column the path that I chose Na na na na... (You ain't better than the rest)
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Written by: DANIEL JOHNS, PAUL MAC
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Band Creation"The Dissociatives" is an Australian band formed in 2004 by Daniel Johns of Silverchair and Paul Mac, an acclaimed music producer. The two had previously collaborated on the EP "I Can't Believe It's Not Rock" in 2000.
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Album Release"Young Man, Old Man (You Ain't Better Than the Rest)" is a track from their debut album, which was simply titled "The Dissociatives."
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Unique GenreThe Dissociatives' music is classified as synth-pop or electronic rock. Yet, their music's eclecticism has drawn comparisons to artists in a wide range of genres from psychedelic pop to alternative rock.
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Artistic Influence"Young Man, Old Man (You Ain’t Better Than The Rest)" is said to be influenced by some elements of psychedelia, pop, rock, and electronica.
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Video CreativityThe music video for "Young Man, Old Man (You Ain't Better Than the Rest)" reflects the band's eccentric style, incorporating a mix of animation and live-action footage.
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Album AwardThe Dissociatives' debut album, featuring "Young Man, Old Man (You Ain't Better Than the Rest)", won the ARIA Music Award in 2004 for Best Cover Art.
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LyricismThe lyrics of "Young Man, Old Man (You Ain't Better Than the Rest)" convey a variety of interpretations, but the overall message seems to be a critique about people who believe they are superior to others because of their age or experience.
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Short-lived CollaborationDespite the initial success, The Dissociatives only released one album. After the debut, Daniel Johns returned to Silverchair while Paul Mac continued his solo work.
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Critical ReceptionCritics praised "Young Man, Old Man (You Ain't Better Than the Rest)" for its unconventional structure, and fans loved it for the unique sound and distinctive style that set The Dissociatives apart from other bands during that period.
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Live PerformanceThe Dissociatives took "Young Man, Old Man (You Ain't Better Than the Rest)" on the road during their 2004 tour in Australia, playing the track to enthusiastic crowds.
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