Broken Radio '22
Broken Radio '22: Motor City Soul and Celestial Connections
Lyrics
I was thinking about another time still in my mind
I reminisce about a past era still vivid in my thoughts.
When I used to know a little girl high on this world
Recalling a time when I knew a carefree girl deeply immersed in life's experiences.
Your baby loves you more than you know
Expressing that someone's love for the narrator goes beyond their awareness.
Raised on rivalry and rock n roll
Upbringing influenced by competition and the spirit of rock and roll.
Moving to the Motor City soul
Relocating to the soulful atmosphere of the Motor City (Detroit).
She lets go
The girl releases her grip or inhibitions.
On the radio
This liberation is represented through the radio.
Well we never had a lot of cash
Reflecting on a modest financial situation.
But we loved those kids
Despite financial constraints, the narrator and friends cherished their youth.
Some say that she missed the boat
Suggesting that the girl didn't conform to societal expectations but chose her path.
But she just burned the bridge
Metaphorically, she burned bridges, indicating a decisive break from the past.
The angels love you more than you know
Reiterating that divine entities have profound love for the narrator.
Raised on robbery and rock n roll
Similar upbringing, marked by theft and rock and roll influences.
Moving to the Motor City soul
Continuation of the journey to Detroit, embracing its musical essence.
She takes hold
The girl takes control or finds her path, possibly through music.
On the radio
Reinforcing the impact of this journey through the medium of radio.
Stomachache Sundays
Referring to difficult Sundays and neglected intellectual pursuits.
And books we never read
Mentioning books left unread.
Well I was hoping one day
Expressing hope for a future reunion.
We might meet again
A glimpse into the girl's interest in astrology, being born in June.
She used to talk about astrology
She engaged with both strangers and celebrities in her social circles.
She was born in June
Reference to celestial bodies, stars, and the moon in her experiences.
She danced with strangers and celebrities
The narrator contemplates the vastness of the universe.
Empty stars and the full moon
Considering the value or significance of life experiences.
I was thinking about the universe
Thinking about philosophical concepts, possibly existential in nature.
For what it's worth
A nod to a story, possibly about rebirth or renewal.
Or the one about the Phoenix bird
Reaffirmation of divine love, echoing lines from earlier in the lyrics.
That died and returned
Repeating the influence of robbery and rock and roll in upbringing.
The angels love you more than you know
Reiteration of the journey to Detroit and its soulful ambiance.
Raised on robbery and rock n roll
Continuing to emphasize the impact of upbringing and musical influences.
Moving to the Motor City soul
Reaffirming the connection to the Motor City's soul.
Moving to the Motor City soul
Repeat of the line, emphasizing the significance of the Motor City.
Sometimes I see her face
Occasional memories of the girl's face when feeling lost.
When there's no place to go
Alluding to a sense of longing or nostalgia when there's no direction.
On the Radio, On the Radio, Broken Radio
Reiterating the impact of the radio in capturing and expressing emotions, with a mention of a "Broken Radio."
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