Elders lyrics

When we were younger, there always seemed like some

Some perfect mold we were supposed to be

But now we're growing up and I see it's just not that way

Now I feel like someone's lied to me

’Cause I've been true, made good for you

And now I feel used, I'm asking you:

How does it feel, how does it feel

How does it feel, how does it feel to be like you?

Tell me now, elders, what were your reasons for

Making it seem like you were so much more?

If you want to feel good because of our accomplishments

Why the fuck don't you just do it yourself?

’Cause, man, I've tried, man, I've tried

While you just lied, so now just tell me:

How does it feel, how does it feel

How does it feel, how does it feel to be like you?

’Cause I've been true, made good for you

And now I feel used, I'm asking you:

How does it feel, how does it feel

How does it feel, how does it feel to be like you?

Look at all the families now who don't talk and don't trust

Because of the way that things have been done

When will you finally learn to leave out the bullshit

And just be straight with us?

• Artist:The Offspring
• Album:The Offspring (1989)