My Generation
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'people try to put us down (talkin' bout' my generation)
just because we all get around (talkin' bout' my generation)
things they do look awful c c cold (talkin' bout' my generation)
i hope i die before i get old (talkin bout my generation)
Chorus
My Generation, It's My Generation baby
why don't you all fade away (talkin bout my generation)
and don't try an'dig what we all s s say (talkin bout my generation)
i'm not trying to cause a big sensation (talkin bout my generation)
just talkin 'bout my generation (talkin bout my generation)
Chorus
why don't you all fade away (talkin bout my generation)
and don't try an' think what we all say (talkin bout my generation)
i'm not trying to cause a big sensation (talkin bout my generation)
just talkin bout my generation (talkin bout my generation)
Chorus
My, My, My, My Generation
people try to put us down (talkin' bout' my generation)
just because we get around (talkin' bout' my generation)
things they do look awful c c cold (talkin' bout' my generation)
i hope i die before i get old (talkin bout my generation)
Chorus
talkin bout my generation (my generation)
x 8'
just because we all get around (talkin' bout' my generation)
things they do look awful c c cold (talkin' bout' my generation)
i hope i die before i get old (talkin bout my generation)
Chorus
My Generation, It's My Generation baby
why don't you all fade away (talkin bout my generation)
and don't try an'dig what we all s s say (talkin bout my generation)
i'm not trying to cause a big sensation (talkin bout my generation)
just talkin 'bout my generation (talkin bout my generation)
Chorus
why don't you all fade away (talkin bout my generation)
and don't try an' think what we all say (talkin bout my generation)
i'm not trying to cause a big sensation (talkin bout my generation)
just talkin bout my generation (talkin bout my generation)
Chorus
My, My, My, My Generation
people try to put us down (talkin' bout' my generation)
just because we get around (talkin' bout' my generation)
things they do look awful c c cold (talkin' bout' my generation)
i hope i die before i get old (talkin bout my generation)
Chorus
talkin bout my generation (my generation)
x 8'
My Generation
Released in 1965, The Who's "My Generation" stands as a defining anthem of the British Invasion and the mod subculture. The track captures the restless spirit of youth rebelling against their parents' generation, establishing the band's signature blend of raw rock energy and social commentary. With its driving rhythm and iconic chorus, the recording became an instant cultural touchstone, influencing countless subsequent rock acts and cementing The Who's legacy as pioneers of hard rock. The song remains a powerful representation of mid-1960s counter-culture, reflecting the era's desire for freedom and independence.