Their 1982 self-titled debut album, coming after their 1981 EP 'Telecommunication'. involved themes of alien abduction and disorientation in modern society, comparable to space rock. The band split in 1985 after later songs, taking in inspiration from commercial pop rock of the era instead, failed to reach an audience. Score reformed the band with new members in 1995. The original lineup reunited for a handful of small club dates in 2003. Since then, Score has sporadically performed his version of the band with a fluctuating lineup.
Man Made
A Flock of Seagulls Lyrics
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Now machines make music while the man makes plans
A second generation a generation lost
While the man prepares for the holocaust
Man made machines to control the days
Now machines control while the man obeys
A second generation a generation lost
The "Man Made" lyrics by A Flock of Seagulls are a reflection on the relationship between humans and technology. The first verse speaks about how humans used to be the creators of music, but now machines are making the music, while humans are busy making plans. This shows how technology has overtaken human creativity in some senses, as people are becoming more reliant on machines and less in touch with their own artistic abilities. The line "a second generation a generation lost" alludes to how this trend is affecting young people, who are growing up in a world where technology is all-pervasive and creativity is sometimes seen as a luxury or a hobby.
The second verse continues this theme, focusing on how machines are now controlling our daily lives. Humans have created machines to make their lives easier, but they have become so dependent on them that the machines are now in control. The line "while machines prepare for the holocaust" is particularly striking, as it suggests that technology could potentially lead to our downfall. The word "holocaust" evokes images of destruction and devastation, and implies that our reliance on machines could lead to catastrophe.
Overall, these lyrics are a commentary on the dangers of our increasing dependence on technology. While technology has provided many benefits, it has also led to a loss of human creativity and control. The line "man made machines make music for the man" suggests that we need to remember our own innate creativity and not allow machines to take over completely.
Line by Line Meaning
Man made machines make music for the man
Humans created machines to produce music, which was meant for the enjoyment of humans.
Now machines make music while the man makes plans
Machines are now responsible for creating music, while humans are busy planning other things.
A second generation a generation lost
The second generation of humans has been misplaced or abandoned in some way, possibly referring to a lack of direction or purpose.
While the man prepares for the holocaust
While humans are anticipating or planning for a catastrophic event, potentially referring to war or environmental disaster.
Man made machines to control the days
Humans developed machines to manage their daily activities and routines.
Now machines control while the man obeys
Machines have taken over the role of control, and humans are following their commands.
While machines prepare for the holocaust
Machines may be anticipating or preparing for a catastrophic event, potentially referring to a technological takeover.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Francis Maudsley, Paul E Reynolds, Alister James Score, Michael Score
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@hankman11
Lyrics..
Man made machines make music for the man
Now machines make music while the man makes plans
A second generation, a generation lost
While the man prepares for the holocaust
Man made machines to control the days
Now machines control while the man obeys
A second generation, a generation lost
While machines prepare for the holocaust
@humbertoruiz9068
I listen this group almost everyday since 1982, never get tired of their music
@angelmanon9802
Me too
@MrHoefnix
Let’s all stop for a moment and gather here together to appreciate the existence of this underrated, often derided, band.
@XxLiz_98xX
Derided!? Why?
@bcal14
@@XxLiz_98xX I guess because of their crazy hairstyles, I don't see anything wrong with them. This band is very underrated, I'm 17 and my favorite genre is trap but I like to expand my tastes and thanks to my dad I found this band, it sucks that on Spotify it's very difficult to find new things since they always recommend the same albums.
@hanskloss1331
it's preposterous that AFOS are only known for a few radio hits although each time "I ran" is played they each make a dime but listening to their non popular songs such as this IMO show that they were truly very talented and tapped into something different than the rest of their contemporaries ! this song is case in point ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
@daughterofolaf
I can maybe see the “underrated” thing but derided? “Often” at that. I have never seen or heard them be derided.
@MrHoefnix
@@daughterofolaf Because of Ali Score’s crazy coiffure. A symbol of everything awesomely bad about the 1980s.
@thisisit3333
A spliff, this album and I’m back in high school. Music is a time machine.
@shawnstarks1743
A song over 40 years old however, so relevant for today where technology has take over human creativity. The performance of this song at the 1983’s US Festival was EPIC! (This doesn’t do it justice) All I can say is PAUL REYNOLDS!