The World Is Full Of Angry Young Men
XTC · Other Songs - XTC
When hate filled my heart
I feel now I am a happy man
I laugh now at values that I had
All through my youth
I was shouting and no one would hear
Blind to the ways of the people
Who now I hold dear, It's loud and clear
The world is full of angry young men
Chip on the shoulder, an ideal in their head
The world is full of angry young men
Who think life owes them something but you only get out what goes in
There was a time when I fought the world
I see now, it was just an actors stage
I see clear,
The colors through the haze
As time goes on, your opinion will change like the weather
Things that you said, now seem small
They just don't seem to matter
I learned for the better
The world is full of angry young men
Chip on the shoulder, and an ideal in their head
The world is full of angry young men
Who think life owes them something but you only get out what goes in
There was a time I was lost in the dark
I ran a race I didn't know where to start
Now I've changed my ways seeing better days
I'm turning my world upside down
The world is full of angry young men
Chip on the shoulder, and an ideal in their head
The world is full of angry young men
Who think life owes them something but you only get out what goes in
Angry young men
What you put in is what you get out
The World Is Full Of Angry Young Men
This track by XTC stands as a defining example of the post-punk movement's fusion of melodic sensibility with political urgency. Released during the band's early period, the song captures the restless energy of the era through its driving rhythm and introspective lyrics. It reflects the collective anxiety and social commentary characteristic of XTC's work, blending art rock experimentation with a distinct British indie identity. The recording showcases the group's ability to translate complex societal themes into accessible, emotionally resonant music that influenced a generation of alternative rock artists. As a key piece in their discography, it remains a testament to the band's commitment to addressing contemporary issues through their unique sonic landscape.