Roger Waters - Is This the Life We Really Want? Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What album is 'Is This the Life We Really Want?' a part of?

   'Is This the Life We Really Want?' is the title track of Roger Waters' fourth solo studio album, released on June 2, 2017, by Columbia Records.

2. Who produced the album 'Is This the Life We Really Want?'?

   The album was produced by Nigel Godrich, who is known for his work with Radiohead. Godrich urged Waters to make a more concise, less theatrical album.

3. What is the central theme of 'Is This the Life We Really Want?'?

   The song critiques modern society, questioning the life we lead and emphasizing themes of fear, apathy, and societal indifference towards suffering and injustice.

4. Does 'Is This the Life We Really Want?' contain any references to political figures?

   Yes, the song includes samples of President Trump speaking and criticizes his administration. It also references other political issues and iniquities worldwide.

5. How was critical reception for 'Is This the Life We Really Want?'?

   The album received generally favorable reviews. At Metacritic, it holds an average score of 72/100. Reviews praised it for its lyrical content and production quality.

6. Did Roger Waters work alone on the production of the album 'Is This the Life We Really Want?'?

   No, unlike most of his previous work, Roger Waters did not co-produce this album. He credited Nigel Godrich for doing a brilliant job with production.