"Buy, buy, says the sign in the shop window; Why, why, says the junk in the yard"

This quote by Paul McCartney is an amusing take on consumerism and also the concept of materialism. The phrase "acquire, get" is a recommendation to the consistent barrage of promotions and advertising and marketing that encourages individuals to purchase an increasing number of. The phrase "why, why" is an action to this, wondering about why people are so excited to purchase an increasing number of when they currently have a lot. It is a reminder to be conscious of our consumption and to reconsider before acquiring something. The expression "scrap in the lawn" is an allegory for the excess of material properties that individuals build up, which can commonly be seen as junk. This quote is a tip to be conscious of our intake and to reconsider before buying something. It urges us to be material with what we have and to not be swayed by the constant barrage of ads.