These Days Lyrics

Lyric discussion by laocoon 

Cover art for These Days lyrics by R.E.M.

I really wish someone would comment on this great song.

I think it talks about struggling for an identity and to be an individual: "Now I'm not feeding off you I will rearrange your scales If I can and I can"

He seems confident and ready to step into the world and make his mark. The lyrics show all the confidence of a young person setting out with a purpose and ready to achieve.

Let's see some response!