In the way back when
In the long time ago
The Bay Area was the shit
But now I just don't know
Kids only go to shows just to complain
Till all the bands all sound the same
The bands all kiss ass then backstab you
For better shows
Who needs talent if you have a brown nose
Vlv and Face barf
Are ruining our scene
Talking shit behind a computer screen
Kids theses days don't even try
Their scene sucks and they wonder why
Things have gotten lame to me
everyone mimics Tragedy
Gilman and Lookout
Helped build our scene
Cometbus & Eggplant
Provided us with zines
Jake Kelly put together
Shows that seemed right
The bills were so diverse
Making them awesome nights
Something is missing
The kids have lost their way
Worshipping bands of the past
Ignoring the bands of today
The Unity in community
Just isn't the same
So expand your horizons
And stop being so lame
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