The song was released as a single on September 6th 2010 with all proceeds being donated to UNICEF to support flood relief work in Pakistan.
The Comet Song
Björk Lyrics
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We run and we fall into pot holes
On a mission to save the world, oh!
We peek at the sky through tree holes
Comet! Oh, damn it!
The comet comes hurtling down
On a precious plot of Earth
Like the bugs in mother's flower bed
We walk on long legs over the sea bed
On our mission to save the world, oh!
We need milk and cakes and a warm bed
Comet! Oh, damn it!
The comet comes hurtling down
On a precious plot of Earth
Grey leaves are too much
For any mother to handle
A father must pull
His black hat down over the eyes
of the mantle
The lyrics of Björk's song The Comet Song speak of the human race's mission to save the world from an impending disaster, a comet hurtling towards Earth. The first verse talks about the lengths to which we go to save the planet, running and falling into potholes, making holes with our fingers, and peeking at the sky through tree holes. The second verse describes us as bugs walking on long legs over the sea bed on this mission, seeking comfort in the simple things like milk, cakes, and a warm bed.
The chorus of the song is an expression of the gravity of the situation, with the comet hurtling down on a precious plot of Earth. Björk's unique style of vocal delivery brings a sense of urgency and apprehension to the song. In the third verse, the grey leaves are too much for any mother to handle, and a father must pull his black hat down over the eyes of the mantle. The imagery suggests a sense of doom, and the need for protection from the impending disaster.
Line by Line Meaning
With our fingers we make million holes
Our actions, as humans, can have a significant impact on the environment and the world we live in. We create numerous impacts by our day-to-day activities.
We run and we fall into pot holes
We sometimes stumble upon the hurdles and obstacles we create, which have negative effects that we ignore.
On a mission to save the world, oh!
Despite the problems we face, we have noble intentions to make the world a better place.
We peek at the sky through tree holes
We look beyond the immediate concerns of the world in order to imagine and envision a better future.
Comet! Oh, damn it!
A sudden and unexpected event, such as a comet, can turn our lives and everything we know upside down.
The comet comes hurtling down
The comet is a symbol of unexpected and destructive forces that could threaten the world as we know it.
On a precious plot of Earth
The Earth is a delicate and valuable place that we all share and have a responsibility to protect.
Like the bugs in mother's flower bed
We are like insects living in a larger ecosystem, all connected and interdependent.
We walk on long legs over the sea bed
Despite our perceived strength and power, we are all vulnerable creatures living in a fragile environment.
On our mission to save the world, oh!
We work together to try and create a better future for ourselves and the world we live in.
We need milk and cakes and a warm bed
Our basic needs as human beings are always present and important, even in the face of global challenges.
Grey leaves are too much
The challenges of the world can sometimes seem overwhelming and insurmountable.
For any mother to handle
Even the strongest and most capable among us can be vulnerable and overwhelmed by the problems of the world.
A father must pull
In order to face these challenges, it takes strength, courage, and determination.
His black hat down over the eyes
We need to be willing to face the unknown and take risks, even if it means losing our sense of comfort and stability.
Contributed by Katherine F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@malfunctionnnn
If we ever get hit by an asteroid us Bjork fans are gonna be blasting this.
@einweieskaninchen413
Oh yes on a Live strem! 😁
@Madi_Slays
I wish Björk would perform the song live, sounds like it would fit in the Biophilia tour
@vanessaclark3443
Creepy and magical.
@oryangoat5915
Holy crap this song is a fucking masterpiece! Why did I skip over it before?
@Vitorrrr
OHHHHH DAAAAAAAAAAAMMMMMITTTTTTTTTTTTTTT
@jesusjonathanprim5771
Canción: The Comet Song
Artista: Björk
Álbum: Biophilia (Japanese Edition)
Año: 2011
Sello: Polydor, Universal Music
Productores: Danna Paola (ejecutiva), Björk, 16 bit
@ashphillips4753
Damn Moomins, you scary. Creepy backmasked also.
@isobelvee
awesome
@thenicoleb9127
This is fuckin' lit.