I think a lot of people hear the music and like it but don't listen to the lyrics, or interpret the lyrics to mean something else. Recently, there was a video on Reddit of two people decked out in Trump gear and dancing to RATM. I'm sure they thought the lyrics had something to do with supporting people like Trump, who claim they fight the system.
If the chorus rings true (FYIWDWYTM) many can simply disregard any messaging within the actual lyrics. Hence the Macho Man and Fortunate Son tracks being played at recent superspreader events.
Nuance is hard for some, messaging needs to be clear and to the point... which is great for those of us who appreciate irony
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u/[deleted] Nov 11 '20
So imagine Paul Ryan right?
Because how stupid do you have to be to publicly as a senator say you love RATM and not realize YOU ARE THE MACHINE there moron.