Discover the story of the song > 1517 – The Whitest Boy Alive

The protagonist sings to someone, telling them not to end something they just started. He asks them why they're afraid when they've already paid their dues and are free. The song talks about how responsibility can weigh you down, but freedom can be achieved if you know how to say no. The lyrics also mention how people in Northern Europe find it hard to accept their dreams coming true, and that happiness isn't a fixed amount in the world.