Discover the story of the song > Teenage Warning – Angelic Upstarts

The protagonist is frustrated by his partner who controls him and hides his freedom. He feels like he is changing and becoming like the rebellious animals and criminals that he sees around him. The lyrics warn that teenagers are not being heard and are not taken seriously by adults who are responsible for them. The protagonist is also concerned about fitting in with societal expectations and fears that not doing so will result in being rejected or ostracized.