Discover the story of the song > Rockin’ the Suburbs – Ben Folds

The song is about the frustrations of a white, middle-class male and how he feels misunderstood. He talks about the intensity of his thoughts and feelings but feels like people don't take him seriously and that technology sometimes covers up his shortcomings. He also alludes to the fact that some people judge him because of his race even though he had nothing to do with past injustices. Despite feeling angry, he tries to be polite, but ultimately he wants to express his frustration by saying "fuck" and being rebellious like some of his favorite rock stars.