They Fuck You Up by Philip Larkin By Anita Mathias Philip Larkin – This Be The Verse They fuck you up, your mum and dad.They may not mean to, but they do.They fill you with the faults they hadAnd add some extra, just for you.But they were fucked up in their turnBy fools in old-style hats and coats,Who half the time were soppy-sternAnd half at one another's throats.Man hands on misery to man.It deepens like a coastal shelf.Get out as early as you can,And don't have any kids yourself. Bookmark this on Delicious First Name: Email address: By ticking this box you consent to the information you provide on this form being used to keep in touch with you and to provide updates. View our Privacy Policy. Leave this field empty if you're human: More from my siteTell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?The Message of the Free ManPhilip Melanchton, Sweet-tempered Renaissance ReformerA novice blogger teaches!When the Spirit Comes, Oh, You will be Unworthy Share this...FacebookTwitter