Lyrics
that’s not me
Expression of a disconnection or deviation from one's true self.
an Eden slowly burns on the TV screen
Reference to a symbolic Eden (ideal place) deteriorating on a TV screen, suggesting a loss of paradise or utopia.
the world’s on fire, but we’re on an LCD
Contrast between a chaotic world in flames and the detachment of individuals absorbed in a virtual reality (LCD).
and no-one seems to see
Observation that people are oblivious to the crisis or the real state of affairs.
that we’re running, running, running, running
Repetition of "running" implies a sense of urgency or escape from an impending situation.
show your teeth
Metaphor urging for action or intervention to avoid a catastrophe.
someone take the wheel or we’ll crash this thing
Expression of a critical moment and a need for someone to take control to prevent disaster.
the final dying days of the Holocene
Refers to the final days of the Holocene epoch, possibly indicating a pivotal moment in Earth's history.
and no-one seems to see
Reiteration that people are unaware of the impending crisis.
that we’re running, running, running, running
Continued sense of urgency and escape.
running out of time
Sense of time running out, emphasizing a critical and urgent situation.
like it's black and white
Comparison to a black-and-white situation, possibly highlighting the stark contrast or simplicity of the problem.
but that’s not me
Reiteration of the disassociation from one's true self.
and Gaia’s on the hunt for the enemy
Introduction of Gaia, the Earth personified, seeking out those responsible for the crisis.
she tripping through the night solving mysteries
Depiction of Gaia actively trying to solve the mysteries or problems of the night.
and now she’s telling me
Gaia's communication that the situation is ironically humorous.
that it’s funny, funny, we're running, running
Humorous acknowledgment of the constant state of escape or running.
scowl like you mean it, like you always do
Encouragement to express dissatisfaction or anger genuinely.
save your plastic bag and stick your head into it
Metaphor advising against escaping reality and confronting environmental issues.
never try to change it, tell yourself you’re sorry
Encouragement to accept the situation without attempting to change it and self-reflection with a sense of regret.
no-one’s going to hear you, no-one’s going to worry.
Realization that actions or regrets may go unnoticed or unacknowledged.
we're running out of time
Reiteration of the urgency in running out of time.
like it's black and white
Comparison of time running out to a black-and-white scenario.
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