Kids (2 Finger An Den Kopf)

Marteria's song 'Kids (2 Finger An Den Kopf)' is a poignant reflection on the changes in society and the disillusionment that comes with growing up. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a world that has shifted from carefree, rebellious youth to a more subdued, conformist adulthood. The recurring gesture of holding two fingers to the head and mimicking a gunshot ('Peng! Peng! Peng! Peng!') symbolizes a sense of frustration and a longing for the past.

In the first verse, Marteria contrasts the past and present, lamenting how everyone now has jobs and responsibilities, leaving no room for the carefree activities of their youth like partying and indulging in vices. The mention of people playing golf, driving Passats, and eating salads instead of engaging in more rebellious or carefree behaviors highlights the shift towards a more conventional and perhaps mundane lifestyle. The reference to Michael Jackson's moonwalk and Wu-Tang tattoos serves as a nostalgic nod to a time when individuality and rebellion were celebrated.

The second verse continues this theme, with Marteria noting how people have become more health-conscious and responsible, focusing on diets, exercise, and family life. The imagery of silverware and golden retrievers symbolizes a move towards a more polished and domesticated existence. The line 'Leben die kleinen Träume, verbrennen die großen Pläne' (Living the small dreams, burning the big plans) encapsulates the sense of settling for less and abandoning the grand ambitions of youth. The song's chorus, shared with Yasha, underscores the sense of loss and change, as the world continues to turn but not with the same vibrancy and noise as before.

'Kids (2 Finger An Den Kopf)' is a powerful commentary on the inevitable changes that come with age and the bittersweet nature of nostalgia. It captures the tension between the desire to hold onto the past and the reality of moving forward in a world that has become quieter and more restrained.