Autonomous Zone
Killing Joke Lyrics
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Misery lies at the heart of control
Dancing and playing to be with my kind
Smoke, fuck and joke, I′m just passing the time
Celebrations, demonstrations, debate
Distorted music, my war surrogate
No Wi-Fi soup
Off the grid
No more phones
No drones
Autonomous Zone
Autonomous Zone
Where lovers of freedom gather to laugh
No heroes or icons, such values have passed
Squat, grow a plot, pursue beauty instead
Under the flag of the black and the red
No Wi-Fi soup
Off the grid
No more phones
No drones
Autonomous Zone
Autonomous Zone
Speakers at breaking point, dance on the decks
Letters go feral, options of wildness
Dancing and laughing, high as a kite
Anointed and animated all the night
Cacophony, lovely ear-splitting noise
With wild abandon, give freedom a voice
Living outside of the grid is the goal
Misery lies at the heart of control
No Wi-Fi soup
Off the grid
No more phones
No drones
Autonomous Zone
Autonomous Zone
The lyrics to Killing Joke's "Autonomous Zone" speak of a desire to live outside of societal norms and expectations, in a space free from control and misery. The "Autonomous Zone" represents a place where people can gather and celebrate their freedom without heroes or icons to idolize. The lyrics express the idea that this kind of freedom can be achieved through rejecting technology and consumerism, as represented by the lines "No Wi-Fi soup/Off the grid/No more phones/No drones." The song paints a picture of a community that values creativity and beauty over conformity, as represented by the line "Squat, grow a plot, pursue beauty instead."
The song also touches on the power of music to bring people together and to inspire radical change. The lines "Distorted music, my war surrogate" and "Speakers at breaking point, dance on the decks" suggest that the music being played in the Autonomous Zone is a form of resistance and rebellion against mainstream culture.
Overall, "Autonomous Zone" is a call to reject the status quo and to embrace a more free and creative way of living.
Line by Line Meaning
Living outside of the grid is the goal
The desire is to live without being under the control of any central authority or system.
Misery lies at the heart of control
The motivation behind control is the need to create a sense of misery to those who are being controlled.
Dancing and playing to be with my kind
The activity of dancing and playing allows for the creation of a community that is accepting of each other.
Smoke, fuck and joke, I'm just passing the time
A carefree attitude that involves no worries or stress, just a focus on enjoying the present moment.
Celebrations, demonstrations, debate
Participating in activities that allow for social interaction and the exchange of ideas.
Distorted music, my war surrogate
Music with a distorted tone provides an outlet for personal feelings or serves as an alternative to participating in actual warfare.
No Wi-Fi soup
The rejection of modern technology that is associated with the internet and its connectivity.
Off the grid
A desire to live without being connected to any centralized power sources or utilities.
No more phones
A refusal to rely on a piece of technology that is instrumental in modern communication and its associated cultural trends.
No drones
The rejection of a technology that can be used for surveillance, warfare, or other harmful activities.
Autonomous Zone
A space that is free from external authority or control.
Where lovers of freedom gather to laugh
A space where individuals who value freedom and individualism can come together to laugh, reminisce, or simply enjoy each other's company.
No heroes or icons, such values have passed
A rejection of mainstream culture and its glorification of heroic figures and icons that reinforce established beliefs or values.
Squat, grow a plot, pursue beauty instead
The pursuit of sustainability and beauty through gardening and making use of abandoned or unused spaces.
Under the flag of the black and the red
Symbolizing the anarchist movement's flag, with the color black representing the negation of authority while red is the symbol of revolutionary socialism.
Speakers at breaking point, dance on the decks
The sound equipment is pushed to its limits, playing music that is meant to be loud, distorted, and impactful on the listener's senses.
Letters go feral, options of wildness
The use of uncensored, unfiltered communication that is full of emotion and unconstrained by social conventions or expectations.
Dancing and laughing, high as a kite
Engaging in activities that provide a sense of euphoria or freedom, often through the use of drugs or alcohol.
Anointed and animated all the night
A sense of spiritual elation or experience that can arise from social interaction and celebration.
Cacophony, lovely ear-splitting noise
The beautiful noise created by people who are celebrating their freedom and individualism, even if it is not pleasing to all ears.
With wild abandon, give freedom a voice
Uninhibited expression of a desire for freedom and a life free from external control.
Writer(s): Kevin Walker, Jeremy Coleman, Martin Glover, Matthew Paul Ferguson
Contributed by Benjamin M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Lost 8-Bit Caverns
Living outside of the grid is the goal
Misery lies at the heart of control…
Dancing and playing to be with my kind
Smoke, fuck and joke, I’m just passing the time
Celebrations, demonstrations, debate
Distorted music, my war surrogate
No Wi-Fi soup
Off the grid
No more phones
No drones
Autonomous Zone
Autonomous Zone
Where lovers of freedom gather to laugh
No heroes or icons, such values have passed
Squat, grow a plot, pursue beauty instead
Under the flag of the black and the red
Speakers at breaking point, dance on the decks
Letters go feral, options of wildness
Dancing and laughing, high as a kite
Anointed and animated all the night
Cacophony, lovely ear-splitting noise
With wild abandon, give freedom a voice
Living outside of the grid is the goal
Misery lies at the heart of control
SIMON PETER
Living outside of the grid is the goal
Misery lies at the heart of control...
Dancing and playing to be with my kind
Smoke, fuck and joke, I'm just passing the time
Celebrations, demonstrations, debate
Distorted music, my war surrogate
No Wi-Fi soup
Off the grid
No more phones
No drones
Autonomous Zone
Autonomous Zone
Where lovers of freedom gather to laugh
No heroes or icons, such values have passed
Squat, grow a plot, pursue beauty instead
Under the flag of the black and the red
Speakers at breaking point, dance on the decks
Letters go feral, options of wildness
Dancing and laughing, high as a kite
Anointed and animated all the night
Cacophony, lovely ear-splitting noise
With wild abandon, give freedom a voice
Living outside of the grid is the goal
Misery lies at the heart of control
Bounty94
Living outside of the grid is the goal
Misery lies at the heart of control...
Dancing and playing to be with my kind
Smoke, fuck and joke, I'm just passing the time
Celebrations, demonstrations, debate
Distorted music, my war surrogateNo Wi-Fi soup
Off the grid
No more phones
No drones
Autonomous Zone
Autonomous ZoneWhere lovers of freedom gather to laugh
No heroes or icons, such values have passed
Squat, grow a plot, pursue beauty instead
Under the flag of the black and the red
Speakers at breaking point, dance on the decks
Letters go feral, options of wildness
Dancing and laughing, high as a kite
Anointed and animated all the night
Cacophony, lovely ear-splitting noise
With wild abandon, give freedom a voice
Living outside of the grid is the goal
Misery lies at the heart of control
Lost 8-Bit Caverns
In my opinion, this band became more mystical and powerful with age. Simply glorious!
Justin Sassone
This is what happens when you’re a cultured band with a worldly view. You predict the future lol. Amazing track.
Lost 8-Bit Caverns
Living outside of the grid is the goal
Misery lies at the heart of control…
Dancing and playing to be with my kind
Smoke, fuck and joke, I’m just passing the time
Celebrations, demonstrations, debate
Distorted music, my war surrogate
No Wi-Fi soup
Off the grid
No more phones
No drones
Autonomous Zone
Autonomous Zone
Where lovers of freedom gather to laugh
No heroes or icons, such values have passed
Squat, grow a plot, pursue beauty instead
Under the flag of the black and the red
Speakers at breaking point, dance on the decks
Letters go feral, options of wildness
Dancing and laughing, high as a kite
Anointed and animated all the night
Cacophony, lovely ear-splitting noise
With wild abandon, give freedom a voice
Living outside of the grid is the goal
Misery lies at the heart of control
Gabi X
My fav song from Pylon. That electronic sound during the chorus is insane.
Thanks for posting.
Mike Smith
classic.Just when you think they can't get any better.
Kirk Hensley
Never fails. Always fresh even when they're seasoned old dogs. Old dogs with new tricks. Marvelous.
nik peri
I had never heard of killing joke before i heard this track on rrr. so good!
Dr. Cogger McButtBrine
Killing Joke had a crystal ball looking directly into 2020
atomitron
Anyone who has read a few history books and isn't a complete dunce has had the same thoughts...
Jonathan Juggert
I stumbled infront of this killing machine and it was no joke. Nice work mates.