This song is mainly about people speculating why NOFX is doing what they’re doing. In reality, they make music just because, hence “the cause”. There’s not much to it, they just do it just because.
[Verse 1]
Isn't for the money
No, it isn't for the fun
It's a plan, a scam, a diagram
It's for the benefit of everyone
You gotta have a little respect
Subterranean ideals
Traditional neglect
Reflect on how it makes you feel
[Refrain]
The cause, we're just doing it for the cause
[Verse 2]
No, it isn't for the fortune
It isn't for the fame
It's a scheme, a dream, a barterine
We want everyone to think the same
'Cause you know what you know is right
And you feel what you can't ignore
And you try so hard to point the blame
Ashamed, what are we doing this for?
[Refrain]
The cause, we're just doing it for the cause
The cause, we're just doing it for the cause
[Bridge]
Open your eyes
Don't trust, these lies
What are we doing this for?
[Refrain]
The cause, we're just doing it for the cause
The cause, we're just doing it for the cause
The Cause was written by Fat Mike.
The Cause was produced by Ryan Greene & Fat Mike.