Song Details
- Album Release Date: 2012
- Genre: jazz
Song Meaning of “Why, Buzzardman, Why?” by Alabaster DePlume
‘Why, Buzzardman, Why?’ is a searing indictment of the status quo. The track paints the picture of a dark, oppressive society that crushes the hopes and dreams of those on the margins. The protagonist is searching for answers, but all he finds are more questions.
The ‘Buzzardman’ personifies the myopic, oppressive force of the status quo. He is the embodiment of establishment that refuses to make the necessary changes to allow those on the margins to thrive. By continuously asking why, the protagonist is attempting to chip away at the wall of injustice and ignorance.
At the same time, the track is a call to action. Despite the seemingly unbeatable odds, the protagonist refuses to be a passive victim of the status quo. If there are no safe spaces or people to turn to for justice, then it is up to us to create them.
Ultimately, the track serves as a reminder to all of us to keep striving for change in the face of injustice. At its core, ‘Why, Buzzardman, Why?’ is an anthem of hope and determination.