The song "Eat Your Young" by Hozier is a commentary on how society often places material gain and profit above the welfare of children and young people. The chorus directly references this idea, with lines such as "get some/ pulling up the ladder when the flood comes/ seven new ways that you can eat your young," illustrating how those in power seem more concerned with their desire for wealth than the well-being of their youth. The song also implies that this kind of behavior ultimately harms society in the long term, as the exploitation of children will prevent them from reaching their full potential. In essence, Hozier is warning us against the temptation to think that turning a quick profit is more important than investing in our future generations.
