Tuning in their frequency I hear a spokesman for our age But can you feel sedation through clenched fists and words of rage Words and promises, threats and posturing Youth anthems won't change a thing Words and promises, threats and posturing Youth anthems, but not for you and me No one seems to hear the words but I watch them mouth along The youth are not the future but it is what they become Word and promises, threats and posturing Youth anthems won' change a thing Words and promises, threats and posturing Youth anthems, but not for you and me Slow to learn, quick to arms Slow to learn, quick to arms