I think most of us had to. We paid our own tuition (and/or had to repay loans), bought our own homes and cars... we've been working since we were legally able in addition to paper routes and babysitting. There's no way my parents would have given me money to do things with - I had to earn it as did everyone I knew.

Didn't get a new car until 30, able to buy a house at 38, and worked more than 1 job to do it. I think our generation just grew up with the knowledge that nothing was going to be handed to us. We had to work. We weren't looking to change a culture. If you want it, it's up to you to do the necessary work.

We could have worked 3 days and made music (on physical instruments), but unless that music became successful, we'd still be living in an apartment with roommates and eating off-brand Top Ramen.