WE ARE THE YOUTH, NOT JUST THE YOUTH!

 WE ARE THE YOUTH, NOT JUST THE YOUTH!: “Only The Young” by Taylor Swift Analysis

Is there a song that immediately makes you feel nostalgic as if you were taken back to the exact moment the song was playing? Well, for me, that song is “Only The Young” by Taylor Swift. It was the song I played on repeat during the 2022 governmental campaign because of its lyrics that were relevant and relatable. 

To elaborate, every line was meaningful and represented the unjust government and bogus campaigns. As I play the song, I remember how hopeful I was, how hopeful every Filipino was. Though I was not a registered voter due to my age, I still did my responsibilities as a Filipino. I was campaigning for former Vice President Leni Robredo, Former Senator Kiko Pangilinan, and the Tropang Angat. I joined rallies, events, and other community programs. I maximized my knowledge, skills, passion, and resources to advocate what is right and educate other Filipinos especially registered voters. A lot of Filipinos fought for justice, and equality– a better and brighter future. 

To be honest, I was uneducated and apolitical when I was younger, however, I am proud to say that I am still young but now an educated activist. My hope for a better country will never diminish, and I will always fight for justice. Just like the line “Only one thing can save us, only the young”, I firmly believe that teenagers like me are capable of bringing justice. Even Jose Rizal stated that “Ang kabataan ang pag-asa ng bayan”, or “The youth is the hope of our country”. There was a light at the end of the tunnel, but we took it for granted. Nonetheless, the battle just started, so we will continue to fight until everything is right. 

Reference:

Swift,, T. (2020, January 31). Only The Young (Featured in Miss Americana / Lyric Video)

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