The song "Uniform of Youth" is about feeling different and isolated due to age and coming of age. The lyrics suggest that the narrator is feeling alone and doesn't fit in with the people or the world surrounding them. Despite the mistreatment and lack of understanding, the narrator holds on and attempts to remain strong. The chorus encourages listeners to continue to hold on, despite the adversity. The song speaks to the universal experience of growing up and feeling ostracized, while ultimately encouraging listeners to remain hopeful and resilient.