Popular Consensus
Bad Religion · True North [2013]
Some people are almost impossible to live with
Some people have faith in the craziest things
They follow outdated conventions that were recorded
But most of it to me all sounds insane
Maybe that's what you need to help you through the night
Maybe you've seen the light
But you know that popular consensus doesn't make it right
Nothing can go on while forever increasing
The universe expanding is a different thing
But to turn a nasty habit into a virtue
Can't replace the need for charity
Maybe it's what you need to get you through the night
Maybe you've seen the light
But you know that popular consensus doesn't make it right
Like the seed of all creation or a doomsday scheme
The future might be bright or bleak
But you know that popular consensus doesn't mean much to me
Some people have faith in the craziest things
They follow outdated conventions that were recorded
But most of it to me all sounds insane
Maybe that's what you need to help you through the night
Maybe you've seen the light
But you know that popular consensus doesn't make it right
Nothing can go on while forever increasing
The universe expanding is a different thing
But to turn a nasty habit into a virtue
Can't replace the need for charity
Maybe it's what you need to get you through the night
Maybe you've seen the light
But you know that popular consensus doesn't make it right
Like the seed of all creation or a doomsday scheme
The future might be bright or bleak
But you know that popular consensus doesn't mean much to me
Popular Consensus
On the 2013 album True North, Bad Religion delivers 'Popular Consensus,' a track that exemplifies their signature blend of punk energy and social commentary. The song reflects the band's enduring commitment to addressing contemporary issues through their distinctive melodic style, characteristic of their work during the early 2010s. It serves as a concise statement on the dangers of blind conformity, a recurring theme in their discography that resonates with listeners seeking both musical intensity and meaningful lyrics. Recorded with the precision typical of their studio output, the track stands as a testament to the group's ability to maintain relevance while evolving their sound over decades.