T.V. Age
Decoding T.V. Age: A Satirical Anthem on Modern Life
Lyrics
Here we stand -
Describing the current situation or condition
(Remote control buttons in our sweaty little hands)
Highlighting the control devices in our hands, possibly implying a sense of power or influence
As one man -
Unity or conformity among people
(We're lining up and waiting for someone's command)
Waiting obediently for instructions or guidance
We don't move -
Stagnation or lack of action
(we sent out for food, get the news on video)
Reliance on technology for basic needs and information
I can prove -
Asserting a point or providing evidence
(there's no need for movies, we got HBO)
Preference for television over traditional movie formats
In the
Introduction to the era dominated by television
T.V. Age
Labeling the time as the "T.V. Age"
They're out there somewhere
Referring to unknown entities or influences
(You know the force has got a lot of power
Questioning the significance of power and its concern for individuals
But what makes you think it gives a shit about you... who are you anyway?)
Challenging one's significance or identity
They're taking over
Expressing a sense of takeover or domination
(And I believe - the aliens have to take a physical form on our planet
Speculating about alien presence and their choice of form
So why not one with 13 channels...)
Connecting the alien form to the multitude of television channels
They're out there somewhere
Reiterating the existence of unknown forces or entities
Times must change
Acknowledging the inevitability of change
(This ain't the stone age, we don't have rocks in our heads)
Commenting on the progression of society from primitive times
What's so strange -
Questioning the abnormality or peculiarity of the situation
(We don't work no more, so why get out of bed)
Questioning the purpose of work if it's not necessary
T.V. rules -
Declaring the dominance of television as a governing force
(Pretty soon you won't be able to turn it off at all)
Implying the increasing difficulty in disengaging from television
All you fools -
Addressing people in a derogatory manner for their blind adherence
(Then it'll turn you off - your back's against the wall)
Warning about potential consequences of resisting television
In the
Reiteration of the era dominated by television
T.V. Age
Summarizing the age as the "T.V. Age"
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