Disconnected
5 Seconds of summer. Lyrics
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Life's a tangled web
Of cell phone calls and hashtag I-don't-knows
And you you're so caught up
In all the blinking lights and dial tones
I admit I'm a bit of a victim in the worldwide system too
But I've found my sweet escape when I'm alone with you
Tune out the static sound of the city that never sleeps
Here in the moment on the dark side of the screen
I like the summer rain
I like the sounds you make
We put the world away
We get so disconnected
You are my getaway
You are my favorite place
We put the world away
Yeah we're so disconnected
Oh oh o-o-oh, oh oh o-oh
We're so disconnected
Oh oh o-o-oh, oh oh o-oh
Hands around my waist
You're counting up the hills across the sheets
And I'm a falling star
A glimmer lighting up these cotton streets
I admit I'm a bit of a fool for playing by the rules
But I've found my sweet escape when I'm alone with you
Tune out the static sound of the city that never sleeps
Here in the moment on the dark side of the screen
I like the summer rain
I like the sounds you make
We put the world away
We get so disconnected
You are my getaway
You are my favourite place
We put the world away
Yeah we're so disconnected
Turn off the radio
Those late night TV shows
Hang up the telephone
And just be here with me
Turn off the radio
Those late night TV shows
Hang up the telephone
And just be here with me
I like the summer rain
I like the sounds you make
We put the world away
We get so disconnected
You are my getaway
You are my favourite place
We put the world away
Yeah we're so disconnected
I like the summer rain
I like the sounds you make
We put the world away
We get so disconnected
You are my getaway
You are my favourite place
We put the world away
Yeah we're so disconnected
Oh oh o-o-oh, oh oh o-oh
We're so disconnected
Oh oh o-o-oh, oh oh o-oh
"Disconnected" by 5 Seconds of Summer captures the essence of feeling disconnected from reality in the world of technology. The song talks about how cell phones and social networks have taken over our lives, and how we are so caught up in the virtual world that we barely have any time for the real world. The lead vocalist opens with the lyrics, "Life's a tangled web, of cell phone calls and hashtag I-don't-knows, and you're so caught up, in all the blinking lights and dial tones." This is a clear reference to how technology has taken over our lives and how we are unable to break free from it.
The song goes on to mention that even though the world is too much to handle, there's always a place where we can escape to: our loved ones. The chorus perfectly encapsulates this sentiment, "I like the summer rain, I like the sounds you make, we put the world away, we get so disconnected, you are my getaway, you are my favorite place, we put the world away, yeah, we're so disconnected." The lyrics exude a sense of relief that comes with being able to escape the chaos of the world and be with someone who helps us connect with our real selves.
"Disconnected" was released as a single in 2014 and was part of the band's second album, "Sounds Good Feels Good." It was written by 5 Seconds of Summer members and produced by John Feldmann. The song performed well on charts across the world, including peaking at number one on the UK Rock chart. It was lauded for its catchy tune and message about the need to disconnect from technology.
Line by Line Meaning
Life's a tangled web
Life is complicated and overwhelming
Of cell phone calls and hashtag I-don't-knows
The constant communication and information overload of social media adds to the complexity of life
And you you're so caught up
Others are consumed by the hustle and bustle of modern life
In all the blinking lights and dial tones
People are constantly bombarded with technology and digital distractions
I admit I'm a bit of a victim in the worldwide system too
The artist acknowledges that they are also affected by the pressures of modern life
But I've found my sweet escape when I'm alone with you
The singer has found solace in a relationship that allows them to disconnect from the world
Tune out the static sound of the city that never sleeps
The singer wants to ignore the constant noise and stimulation of urban life
Here in the moment on the dark side of the screen
The artist finds peace in the quiet and intimacy of a private moment with their partner
I like the summer rain
The artist enjoys natural elements and simple pleasures
I like the sounds you make
The artist appreciates their partner's unique qualities and quirks
We put the world away
The singer and their partner prioritize each other over the stresses of the outside world
We get so disconnected
By focusing on each other, the artist and their partner lose touch with the rest of the world
You are my getaway
The singer's partner is their escape from the chaos of modern life
You are my favourite place
The singer finds comfort and happiness in their relationship
Turn off the radio
The singer wants to cut out more sources of noise and distraction
Those late night TV shows
The artist wants to avoid mindless entertainment that doesn't add meaning to their life
Hang up the telephone
The artist wants to disconnect from the constant communication of the outside world
And just be here with me
The singer values being present with their partner and prioritizing their relationship
We're so disconnected
The chorus emphasizes how the singer and their partner have removed themselves from the outside world
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: LUKE HEMMINGS, CALUM HOOD, JOHN FELDMANN, ALEX GASKARTH
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