Radio/Video
☆☆☆ System Of A Down ☆☆☆ Lyrics

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Hey man, look at me rockin' out
I'm on the radio
Hey man, look at me rockin' out
I'm on the video
Hey man, look at me rockin' out
I'm on the radio
Hey man, look at me rockin' out
I'm on the video

With Danny and Lisa

They take me away from
The strangest places
Sweet Danny and Lisa
They take me away from

They take me away from
The strangest places
Sweet Danny and Lisa
They take me away from

Hey man, look at me rockin' out
I'm on the radio
Hey man, look at me rockin' out
I'm on the video
With Danny and Lisa

They take me away from
The strangest places
Sweet Danny and Lisa
They take me away from
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Hey man, look at me rockin' out
I'm on the radio
Hey man, look at me rockin' out
I'm on the video
With Danny and Lisa

They take me away from
The strangest places
Sweet Danny and Lisa.

La la la la la la la
La la la la
La la la la
La la la la la la la
La la la la
La la la la
La la la la la la la
La la la la
La la la la
La la la la la la la
La la la la
La la la la

Hey man, look at me rockin' out
I'm on the radio
Hey man, look at me rockin' out
I'm on the video
Hey man, look at me rockin' out
I'm on the radio
Hey man, look at me rockin' out

I'm on the video
With Danny and Lisa

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Radio/Video" by System Of A Down seem to be a commentary on the superficiality and image-focused nature of popular culture. The repeated lines "Hey man, look at me rockin' out, I'm on the radio/ Hey man, look at me rockin' out, I'm on the video" suggest that the singer is seeking validation and attention through his music being played on mainstream media. The names "Danny and Lisa" are mentioned as people who take the singer "away from the strangest places", perhaps representing a way for him to escape from the emptiness of fame and find true connection.

The disjointed, repetitive nature of the lyrics and melody also reinforce the idea of the emptiness and superficiality of the entertainment industry, with the constant chorus of "La la la la" serving as a representation of the mindless, catchy hooks often used in pop music. Ultimately, the song seems to be a critique of the shallowness of popular culture and a call for more meaningful connection and expression in music.

Line by Line Meaning

Hey man, look at me rockin' out
I want attention and recognition for my success in the music industry

I'm on the radio
My song is being played on various radio stations for people to hear

I'm on the video
My music video is being broadcast on television and websites for people to watch

With Danny and Lisa
Danny and Lisa are my companions and help me escape from the strange and overwhelming world of fame

They take me away from
Danny and Lisa are my escape from the stressful and overwhelming aspects of the music industry

The strangest places
The places I go to perform and promote my music can be unusual and unexpected

Sweet Danny and Lisa
Danny and Lisa are comforting and supportive friends during my experiences in the music industry

La la la la la la la La la la la La la la la La la la la la la la La la la la La la la la La la la la la la la La la la la La la la la
These lines serve as a repeated chorus, emphasizing the desire for attention and recognition in the music industry

Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DARON MALAKIAN, SERJ TANKIAN

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