I remember the first time I heard “Nothing Ever Changes” by Nico Collins. It was playing softly in the background as I sat in my room, mulling over the state of the world. The lyrics struck a chord with me, and I found myself captivated by the message behind the song.

This pop song beautifully illustrates and emphasizes the irrationalities of our modern society. Nico Collins shines a spotlight on the issues that plague our generation, urging us to take a closer look at what is happening around us. The first verse begins with a reflection on the never-ending news cycle, where the truth is often called into question.

[Verse 1] I woke up in a modern world
And there’s nothing I can do
While I read the latest from the breaking
Story on the news
And people swear they say it’s fake
And look up to our leader
As he speaks from a mind so bleak
He preys on his believers

In these lines, Collins highlights our tendency to place blind faith in our leaders, even when their intentions may not be genuine. The chorus echoes the sentiment that despite the world’s turmoil, nothing seems to change.

[Chorus] The world is falling down
And nothing ever changes
One, two, three as the shots ring out
But nothing ever changes
The world is falling down
And nothing ever changes
We’re all part of a silent crowd
’Cause nothing ever changes

In the second verse, Collins poignantly addresses the persistent issue of gun violence. He laments the loss of innocent lives and criticizes the organizations that prioritize profit over safety.

[Verse 2] Twelve more killed at a local bar
Some were only twenty-one
But the NRA has bills to pay
And feeds us with more guns
So we send our thoughts and prayers
To those who lost their lives
But the cycle stays and in a couple of days
Bullets fly and a few more die

The bridge provides a glimmer of hope, as Collins envisions a future free from hatred and fear. He calls for unity and kindness, reminding us to treat others as we would like to be treated.

[Bridge] I hope that when I fast forward
Twenty-something years
We no longer live our days
In hatred or in fear
And live to be kind and free
To do unto each other
As you’d have ’em do unto you
United undercover

As the song comes to an end, the outro repeats the powerful refrain that nothing ever changes. This serves as a stark reminder of the stagnant state of our society.

[Outro] The world is falling down
Nothing ever changes
The world is falling down now
Nothing ever changes
The world is falling down
Nothing ever changes
The world is falling down now
‘Cause nothing ever changes

“Nothing Ever Changes” by Nico Collins is a song that carries a poignant message. Through his lyrics, Collins urges us to open our eyes to the problems facing our society and to take action. He emphasizes that change is possible if we strive for unity and compassion.

Personally, this song reminds me of the power of music to spark meaningful conversations. It serves as a stark reminder that, while it may seem easier to stay silent, change can only occur when we speak up and take a stand. This song has become a symbol for me, a reminder to never become complacent and to always strive for progress.

As I listen to “Nothing Ever Changes” by Nico Collins, I can’t help but feel a sense of urgency. It serves as a call to action, a plea to break the cycle of indifference and work towards a better future. It is a powerful reminder that change starts with each and every one of us.

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“Nothing Ever Changes,” is a pop song that illustrates and emphasizes our modern society and its irrationalities. Our generation would rather stay out of the conflict due to its pretended complexity. Specifically indicating why today’s shootings and the NRA are unstoppable. Through this song, Nico wants everyone to comprehend that the solution is simple. In addition to the solution being simple, Collins also emphasizes the fact that, despite having all these problems, too many people choose to stay silent instead of taking actions to fix them.

Credits

Produced By Nico Collins

Written By Nico Collins

Release Date December 10, 2018

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