The Kids Don't Stand a Chance Lyrics

Lyric discussion by ihateyoukenny 

Cover art for The Kids Don't Stand a Chance lyrics by Vampire Weekend

"Sled23" got it.

The song is about how recruiters come to colleges and try to persuade kids to select a certain career. "Forty million dollars," "pure egyptian cotton," and "shiny, shiny cufflinks" are the enticements the recruiters use, showcasing their wealth. Hence, "The kids don't stand a chance" - they're mesmerized by the wealth and opulence of the lifestyle, and are drawn to it.