You're Not Alone
ATB pres. ATOM Lyrics


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It's a foolish chase, I wish I'd never gotten into
It's the hardest thing you've ever done
Feel the eyes upon you, like the door to hell is open
Take the courage from you, take the heart you've never known

Peeking through a window, there's a light that's breaking into
From up here it doesn't seem so bad
Dead air and static, is there anybody out there
Or do we all just die alone

Do we all die alone

I'm sorry son, you're not a hero anymore
I'm sorry son, you're not a hero anymore
We're here to thank you, we're not here to give you more
I'm sorry son, you're not a hero anymore

Go!

Suzy wants to be a doctor, wants to save a million lives
Timmy thinks the world is better when we're all safe, no one dies
I just want to see the world burn, watch the embers down below
Can't I make something of myself, do we all just die alone

It's a foolish chase, I wish I never gotten into
Take the courage from you, take the heart you ever known

I'm sorry son, you're not a hero anymore
I'm sorry son, you're not a hero anymore
We're here to thank you, we're not here to give you more
I'm sorry son, you're not a hero anymore

I'm sorry son, you're not a hero anymore
I'm sorry son, you're not a hero anymore




We're here to thank you, we're not here to give you more
I'm sorry son, you're not a hero anymore

Overall Meaning

The song “You’re Not Alone” by ATB pres. ATOM is not only about measurement systems and their conversion, but the lyrics also touch upon cultural differences and the willingness to embrace change. The song begins by pointing out the flaws in the English system of measurement and how using units of ten, as in the metric system, can make conversion easy. The singer asserts that they are taking a stand against this “disease” of using non-metric units of measurement.


The chorus reinforces the message of the song, stating that the singer is “intoxicated in support of metrics” and urging others to join in by asking them to “drink a decaliter with me.” The song further exemplifies the advantages of metric measurement systems, highlighting how “all the cool things are in metrics” and how it can improve one’s health by making them thin.


Towards the end of the song, the lyrics take a more intense turn, as they talk about a revolution and overcoming traditional/conservative thinking. The lyrics are a call to action to embrace change and move towards a more efficient, easy-to-use system. The song is a fun and witty reminder that change is not always quick, but it is necessary to progress forward.


Line by Line Meaning

Twelve inches per foot
The English measurement system is complicated


Two pints in a quart
The English measurement system is confusing


Why don't we make it easy?
We need to switch to the metric system


The English system of measurement must be laid to history
It's time to get rid of the English measurement system


We can use units of ten and convert with ease
The metric system is easier to use and understand


Like all the other countries
Most countries use the metric system


I am in command
I am advocating for the metric system


Yes, I am taking a stand
I am pushing for change


From this disease we must be free
We need to get rid of the English measurement system


Good God
It's time for change


You're drunk with your tradition
You are attached to the old ways


That has no validity
The old system is outdated


Well, I'm intoxicated in support of metrics
I am passionate about the metric system


Come drink a decaliter with me
Let's celebrate the metric system together


We want metrics
We need to switch to the metric system


We want it now
We need to switch to the metric system right away


We know we can win
We can successfully transition to the metric system


I weigh 170 pounds
My weight in the old system


That's 90 kilograms
My weight in the metric system


So metrics can even make you thin
The metric system can help with weight loss


Yardsticks are pathetic
The English measurement system is inadequate


All the cool things are in metrics
The metric system has many advantages


For example, here's just one
Here is one benefit of the metric system


I've got my nine
I have a weapon


Well, that's nine millimeters
The size of my weapon in the metric system


Sounds cooler than my point two something inches gun
The metric system sounds more impressive than the English system


The powerful if nonexistant they will call me communist
Opponents to the metric system may label supporters as communists


Or commie scum
A derogatory term for a communist


But it's worth it
The metric system is worth the label


Canadians will think we're smart
Canadians already use the metric system and will view us positively for switching


At least they'll think we are not as dumb
We will appear more intelligent for switching to the metric system


The revolution's here
The change to the metric system has arrived


We must overcome at last
We need to succeed in switching to the metric system


As we symbolically stick their fucking foot up their fucking ass
We are making a statement by rejecting the old system


Guitar!
Musical interlude




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Comments from YouTube:

@tuftuf7257

This is a pretty solid remix of a classic hit, everybody tries, few acctually succeed

@MaxiTeki

I was looking for this remix sooo long.. Finally the journey ends here ! Thanks mate !

@DjHexan

Pure awesome remix

@atzeplewka7253

selten so einen Mist gehört, jeder 3jährige kann das. PS die Drums sind total übermischt