Song Url: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qF3D2oiy6YA
lyrics: http://www.elyrics.net/read/b/bon-jovi-lyrics/we-weren_t-born-to-follow-lyrics.html
The song "We Weren't Born to Follow" is very representative of current American culture because of it's two distinct themes. The first theme is if you aren't having the best of luck, don't give up and everything will pan out tomorrow. Much of America is using this mindset because they have been hit hard by the recession. Losses of housing, vehicles, and other assets are common, even 2 years after the start of the recession. Many have to work multiple jobs solely to feed their family, and this song talks about "the hopeless and the hungry."
The next theme of the song is to "stand up for what you believe." This part represents many who haven't been hit as hard by the recession. This second theme is often interpreted as helping people in need, as this is how Bon Jovi meant it. There are many people in need right now and not only in America. With all of the natural disasters, revolutions, and diseases in the news, many people want to help out financially and with their own man hours. Additionally though, it can be perceived as a call to voice your opinion by becoming active in protests and talking at other public events. There are people of all ages who do this in the United States today.
A good beginning all around; however,you need to explain the meaning of "We Weren't Born to Follow" in more detail, using examples, specifics from the song itself. Your explanation/description of its connection was well done with concrete examples. Mr. K
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