A few years later, Aloe would “stow away” on a Lootpack European tour and become fast friends with Oh No – a relationship which led to many fruitful collaborations as a solo artist.
These days, Aloe Blacc has evolved into a true Renaissance man – dubbed “the indie R. Kelly” by online retailer Turntable Lab. Recordings like his Latin cover of John Legend’s “Ordinary People” prove that – not only can this multi-instrumentalist produce, rap and sing – but he can flip it in Spanish, too. With an amazingly broad set of influences ranging widely from the acoustic guitar stylings of folk artist Cat Stevens, to the soul-stirring sounds of the Negro Spirituals, Aloe prides himself on the spectrum of his musical roots. His sound often forays into the digital R&B realm, but always grooves with a tinge of Latin and the pulse of hip-hop.
Ticking Bomb
Aloe Blacc Lyrics
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The whole world sitting on a ticking bomb
So keep your calm and carry on
The whole world sitting on a ticking bomb
The sun may never rise again
The question ain't if but when
The sea will mourn, the sky will fall
The silent war has begun
We're staring down loaded gun
No refuge found no solid ground
Assuming race can't be won
Don't wait to say goodbye, you're running out of time
Whatever you believe, it's easy to see
The whole world sitting on a ticking bomb
The whole world sitting on a ticking bomb
So keep your calm and carry on
The whole world sitting on a ticking bomb
And it's about to explode
The whole world, the whole world
The whole world, the whole world
The future is a dying art
Laying in a ditch in the dark
I need you here but all I hear
Is the beating of a broken heart
Don't wait to say goodbye, you're running out of time
Whatever you believe, it's easy to see
The whole world sitting on a ticking bomb
The whole world sitting on a ticking bomb
So keep your calm and carry on
The whole world sitting on a ticking bomb
And it's about to explode
The whole world, the whole world
The whole world, the whole world
And it's about to explode
The whole world, the whole world
The whole world, the whole world
The whole world sitting on a ticking bomb
The whole world sitting on a ticking bomb
And it don't care what side you're on
The whole world sitting on a ticking bomb
The whole world, the whole world
The whole world, the whole world
So keep your calm and carry on
The whole world sitting on a ticking bomb
The song "Ticking Bomb" by Aloe Blacc presents a powerful message about the state of the world today. The lyrics describe the world as a ticking bomb, where we are sitting on the edge of destruction, waiting for the bomb to explode. The opening lines of the song repeat the phrase "the whole world sitting on a ticking bomb" which is a powerful metaphor for the many complex issues that we face today including the threat of political instability, global warming, and economic uncertainty.
The lyrics continue with apocalyptic imagery, describing how the sun may never rise again and how we are in a silent war, staring down a loaded gun. The urgency of the message is driven home by the repetition of the refrain "don't wait to say goodbye, you're running out of time". Aloe Blacc urges us not to waste a single moment and to take action in order to prevent the bomb from exploding.
The chorus of the song encourages us to keep our calm and carry on despite the situation. The song is a call to action for individuals to make changes in the world, to be aware of the ticking bomb, and to not be paralyzed by fear. It reminds us that we are all in this together, regardless of what side we are on.
Line by Line Meaning
The whole world sitting on a ticking bomb
The world is in a precarious and dangerous position, waiting for a catastrophic event to occur at any moment.
The whole world sitting on a ticking bomb
The danger is so great, that it needs to be reiterated to emphasize the gravity of the situation.
So keep your calm and carry on
Despite the looming threat, we must remain steady and level-headed in order to have a chance at survival.
The whole world sitting on a ticking bomb
Once again, the severity of the situation is emphasized to stress the urgency and potential for devastation.
The sun may never rise again
The world may be so destroyed that life as we know it may cease to exist, leaving humanity in total darkness.
The question ain't if but when
The idea of whether or not a disaster will occur is not up for debate – it's simply a matter of when it will happen.
The sea will mourn, the sky will fall
The impact of the disaster will be felt everywhere, as even nature will be affected by the destruction.
The sun may never rise again
Reiterating the potential for total destruction and loss of life in the face of such a large-scale disaster.
The silent war has begun
The threat is not one of war between countries, but a seemingly silent and invisible danger that is already underway.
We're staring down loaded gun
The feeling of imminent danger is so intense, it's as if we are standing in front of a loaded gun with no escape.
No refuge found no solid ground
There is nowhere to hide or find safety in the face of such a universal disaster – everything and everyone is at risk.
Assuming race can't be won
There is no way to 'win' against this threat, as it is too large and too destructive to overcome.
Don't wait to say goodbye, you're running out of time
The danger is so great that there may not be time to say goodbye to loved ones, emphasizing the urgency of the situation.
Whatever you believe, it's easy to see
The danger is so obvious and real that it doesn't matter what someone's beliefs or opinions are – the threat is clear and present.
And it's about to explode
The tension and potential for disaster is boiling over and could happen at any moment.
The whole world, the whole world
Emphasizing the global scale and potential for total destruction if the disaster were to occur.
The future is a dying art
If the disaster occurs, there may not be a future or any hope for rebuilding and moving forward.
Laying in a ditch in the dark
Painting a bleak picture of the aftermath of the disaster, with people stranded and in complete darkness.
I need you here but all I hear
Despite the need for human connection in a time of crisis, the only sound is the beating of a broken heart – emphasizing the feeling of loneliness and isolation.
And it don't care what side you're on
The danger is indiscriminate – it doesn't matter who or what you are, everyone is at risk.
So keep your calm and carry on
Reiterating the need to remain calm and level-headed, no matter how dire the situation may seem.
The whole world sitting on a ticking bomb
Once again, emphasizing the extreme danger and urgency of the situation.
Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ANTONINA ARMATO, TIMOTHY JAMES, ADAM SCHMALHOLZ, EGBERT DAWKINS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@belhariry
This song is becoming more and more relevant by the day.
@Maxxis1941
Blame trumptydumpty and his cult
@invisibilianone6288
🎯
@jefflonghenry7924
6 years later and this song is starting to make more sense
@jmcjmc7072
Jeff Longhenry oh shit..
@divafardany9428
Shit.....
@geoffreymadras7606
😂
@nilomyki
That's ok - you're just slow.
@jefflonghenry7924
maven considering I was 10 when I first heard this song and just now started listening to it again
@RaptorFaceRumble
Suits is back; Yet again with their excellent song choices!