Radioactive
Blake Lewis Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox Lyrics
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I wet my brow, I sweat my rust
I'm breathing in the Chemicals
I'm breaking in, shaping up, then cheaking out on the prison bus
This is it the apocalypse
I'm waking up
I feel it in my bones
Enough to make my systems blow
Welcome to the new age, to the new age
I'm radioactive, radioactive
I'm radioactive, radioactive
raise my flags, dawn my clothes
It's a revolotion I suppose
Paint red to fit right in
I'm breakingin, shaping up, then cheaking out on the prison bus
This is it the apocalypse
I'm waking up
I feel it in my bones
Enough to make my systems blow
Welcome to the new age, to the new age
Welcome to the new age, to the new age
I'm Radioactive, radioactive
I'm radioactive, radioactive
(freaking awesome beat box & sax solo)
All systems go
The sun hasn't died
deep in my bones strate from inside
All systems go
The sun hasn't died
Deep in my bones strate from inside
I feel it in my bones
Enough to make my systems blow
Welcome to the new age, to the new age
Welcome to the new age, to the new new new new
I feel it in my bones
Enough to make my systems go
Welcome to the new age, to the new age
(beat box)
I'm radioactive, radioactive
I'm radioactive, radioactive
I'm radioactive, radioactive
I'm radioactive, radioactive
(end)
The first verse of the song "Radioactive" by Blake Lewis Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox describes a post-apocalyptic world where the singer wakes up to ash and dust. They are breathing in chemicals and are experiencing physical sensations like sweating and rusting. The singer is breaking in and shaping up, ready to check out on a prison bus, indicating that they are trying to escape from something. The chorus welcomes the listener to the new age, emphasizing the fact that the singer is radioactive, representing a new kind of life and power.
The second verse speaks of raising flags and an impending revolution, indicating that the world is in a state of conflict and change. The singer mentions painting themselves red, which could be a reference to both the color of blood and revolution. The chorus is repeated, emphasizing the new age that the singer is welcoming the listener to. The beatbox and sax solo add a unique and creative element to the song and transition into the third verse. The singer emphasizes that all systems are go and that the sun hasn't died, indicating that there is hope in the post-apocalyptic world. The singer feels the power of the new age in their bones and welcomes the listener to it once again, ending the song on a hopeful note.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm waking up to ash and dust
Starting a new day after experiencing destruction and decay.
I wet my brow, I sweat my rust
I try to refresh myself, but my degraded state hinders my efforts.
I'm breathing in the Chemicals
The environment is contaminated and dangerous to my body.
I'm breaking in, shaping up, then cheaking out on the prison bus
I'm challenging the system and making a change for the better, even if it means leaving behind what's familiar.
This is it the apocalypse
The end of the world as we know it.
I'm waking up
I'm becoming aware of what's really happening.
I feel it in my bones
I sense the danger and the urgency of the situation at a deep level.
Enough to make my systems blow
The pressure is building up inside me and I'm about to explode.
Welcome to the new age, to the new age
We're entering a new era, with new challenges and opportunities.
raise my flags, dawn my clothes
I'm getting ready to fight for what I believe in and show my support for those who share my values.
It's a revolotion I suppose
By taking action, I'm participating in a revolution (possibly peaceful or violent) that seeks to change the status quo.
Paint red to fit right in
I'm adapting to the new reality and conforming to the expectations of my peers.
(freaking awesome beat box & sax solo)
A moment of musical creativity and self-expression that highlights the energy and spirit of the song.
All systems go
I'm ready to proceed and take on the challenge.
The sun hasn't died
Even though it may seem like the end, there's still hope and light to guide us.
Deep in my bones strate from inside
I'm convinced that this is the right path for me, based on my intuition and values.
(beat box)
Another moment of musical improvisation and enthusiasm, emphasizing the song's vibe and energy.
I'm radioactive, radioactive
I'm a symbol of the new generation, full of energy, creativity, and rebellion.
(end)
The song ends with a powerful refrain that sums up the message and feeling of the song, leaving the listener energized and inspired.
Contributed by Callie G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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@nihal2055
Exactly!! (though songs like this one doesnt need saving)
@gandhikristi986
The original is good, this version is also good
@piercybear7336
Well said!
@mrcute4584
This is already a good song bro
@Evija3000
I love how the musicians react to the sax solo. Most of them start smiling a couple seconds in. When it ends the trombonist shakes his head and the trompetist nods smiling like five seconds after. :)
@ashoja-pd7zt
Evija3000 the Sax solo was awesome, glad I'm not the only one who noticed it!!
@user-yq9vf2gx2s
@@ashoja-pd7zt dude everyone noticed XD
@generictimestamperstupendi9021
when?