Nuclear Reactor
Birth Control Lyrics


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I'm feeling runout, nearly stewed
Goin' where it takes me
Get on, I'm-a-shake in my shoes, have I lost my way?
I get along with my due, as a human being
Right or wrong, I leave the outs, have I lost my way?

Uranium 235
Boils in the cladding box
A so called blanket as a lock
No other way to move with the times
No other way in sight
And so our life ain't worth a dime

A different way would let us head for the deep
Seems we had our days
Demonstration, battles are done
I don't see no fun in it, but have it your way

Hey, nuclear reactor
You'll make our troubles fade away
You'll give us final peace and destination
Hey, nuclear reactor
You are the tart of industry
You are the germ of radiated oceans

Hey, hey, hey

Hey, nuclear reactor
You'll make our troubles fade away
You'll give us final peace and destination
Hey, nuclear reactor
You are the tart of industry
You are the germ of radiated oceans

Hey, nuclear reactor




You are the tart of industry
You are the germ of radiated oceans

Overall Meaning

The song "Nuclear Reactor" by Birth Control deals with the controversial topic of nuclear energy and its effects on the environment and the human race. The lyrics express a sense of confusion and uncertainty about the use of nuclear power, with the singer questioning whether they have lost their way in the face of this technological advance. The opening lines suggest a feeling of being lost or out of control, as if the singer is being propelled forward without their consent. They seem resigned to their fate as a human being, not sure whether their actions are taking them in the right direction or not.


The chorus introduces the idea of the nuclear reactor as a kind of savior, a force that can bring peace and order to a world filled with turmoil and uncertainty. However, the lyrics also acknowledge the potential dangers of this technology, highlighting the fact that the very element used to power the reactor - uranium - is highly radioactive and can cause deadly harm to those exposed to it. The song seems to be a plea for caution in the use of nuclear power, urging listeners to consider the long-term consequences of their actions.


Overall, "Nuclear Reactor" is a thought-provoking song that raises important questions about our relationship with technology and the environment. Its lyrics are ambiguous and open to interpretation, inviting listeners to reflect on their own feelings about nuclear energy and its impact on the world.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm feeling runout, nearly stewed
I am exhausted and feeling completely drained.


Goin' where it takes me
I am allowing myself to be led down a path without any control.


Get on, I'm-a-shake in my shoes, have I lost my way?
Although unsure, I am continuing down this path while feeling scared and vulnerable.


I get along with my due, as a human being
I am trying to make the best of my situation as a human simply trying to survive.


Right or wrong, I leave the outs, have I lost my way?
I am choosing to ignore the potential consequences in order to keep going, and questioning whether or not this is the right choice.


Uranium 235
Referencing the chemical element that is used in nuclear reactors.


Boils in the cladding box
The uranium is heated up to boiling point within a specialized container.


A so called blanket as a lock
There is a protective layer around the uranium to contain it for use as fuel.


No other way to move with the times
There is no other option but to embrace and use nuclear energy to keep up with modern technology.


No other way in sight
There is no alternative option currently available.


And so our life ain't worth a dime
The use of nuclear energy has negative repercussions that can literally cost human lives.


A different way would let us head for the deep
If we chose a different path, we could potentially go deeper and explore other options.


Seems we had our days
The time of using nuclear energy may be coming to an end.


Demonstration, battles are done
Attempts to protest or fight against the use of nuclear energy have been unsuccessful.


I don't see no fun in it, but have it your way
The singer does not see the appeal of nuclear energy but others are free to choose their own path.


Hey, nuclear reactor
Direct address to the nuclear reactor itself.


You'll make our troubles fade away
Nuclear energy may seem like a solution to our problems, but it has consequences.


You'll give us final peace and destination
Nuclear energy is thought to provide a final solution, but in reality it creates more problems in the long-term.


You are the tart of industry
The reactor is the base of the entire nuclear industry.


You are the germ of radiated oceans
The use of nuclear energy has far-reaching environmental consequences, particularly affecting oceans and other bodies of water.




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Klaus Schiess

Es war einmal... eine 'GENIALE BAND und Sound - Texte die HEUTE immer mehr den je aktuell sind. Bernd Noske (Drum + Sänger ) Reinhold Sobbata (Orgel-Piano) Bernd Koschmidder ( Bass) Bruno Frenzel ( Lead-Gitarre ) Das war das echte Erfolgsteam in den 70er. Heute höre ich mehr den je die Songs übersetzt mir an.

ŞągittąriuŞ

The BEST song on this album . Birth Control ⦕ Bombast ⦖ naziv - pesme
~ posvecen M.M. ~

Doğa Yüksel

This is just to good.

Константин Мста

Naturlich😎

Анатолій Ленда

Дуже добре!

vicente soriano galvez

son formidables

Константин 222

Полная версия!

Nittz Kugelblitz

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