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Bloc Party Lyrics


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North to south
Empty
Running on
Bravado
As if to say, as if to say
As if to say, he doesn't like chocolate
He's born a liar, he'll die a liar
Some things will never be different

Stop being so American
There's a time and there's a place
So James Dean
So blue jeans
Gonna save the world
He's gonna

Are you hoping for a miracle?
Are you hoping for a miracle?
Are you hoping for a miracle?
Are you hoping for a miracle?

Three out of five, three out of five (it's not enough)
Six out of ten
Better luck next time
Just like his Dad, just like his Dad (the same mistakes)
Some things will never be different
Hungry and dumb, hungry and dumb (so wait in line)
Queuing up for some more junk food
It's not my fault, it's not my fault (just this once)
They're getting so much younger

Why can't you be more European
Bastard child of guilt and shame
Bury your head in the sand
I'm thinking six, six, six
I'm thinking six

Are you hoping for a miracle?
Are you hoping for a miracle?
Are you hoping for a miracle?
Are you hoping for a miracle?





It's not enough

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Bloc Party's song "Helicopter" are full of social commentary and critique of society's values and behavior. The first stanza describes a person running on empty and full of bravado, pretending not to like chocolate and being a liar - highlighting how people often put up false facades and lie about who they truly are. The second stanza criticizes the American society for wanting to save the world with the iconic image of James Dean and his blue jeans, implying that Americans have a tendency to think they can solve everyone's problems. The third stanza talks about how people often make the same mistakes as their parents and others, emphasizing how certain things never change. It also highlights how people line up for junk food, even though they know it's not good for them, once again hinting at society's poor choices.


The final stanza is perhaps the most interesting because it addresses the societal differences between America and Europe. The lyrics describe how the singer wishes people could be more European and not fall prey to guilt and shame. They want people to stop burying their heads in the sand and start recognizing the mistakes and wrong choices they are making. Thus, the song is ultimately a critique of society as a whole, highlighting its faults and encouraging positive change.


Line by Line Meaning

North to south
Referring to a journey from the northern hemisphere to the southern hemisphere


Empty
The journey is devoid of any significant meaning or purpose


Running on
Moving forward or progressing towards a goal


Bravado
Acting with a false sense of confidence or courage


As if to say, as if to say
Implying or suggesting something through one's actions or words


As if to say, he doesn't like chocolate
The person being referred to may have some hidden preferences or opinions


He's born a liar, he'll die a liar
The person is inherently dishonest, and will remain so throughout his life


Some things will never be different
Certain things are unchangeable, regardless of our actions or efforts


Stop being so American
A call to abandon typical American values or attitudes


There's a time and there's a place
Certain actions or behaviors are only appropriate in specific situations


So James Dean
Referring to the rebellious and cool character portrayed by James Dean in his movies


So blue jeans
Symbolizing a casual and laid-back style of fashion


Gonna save the world
Expressing a desire to create positive change on a global scale


He's gonna
Continuation of the previous line, indicating that this person has a strong sense of determination


Are you hoping for a miracle?
A rhetorical question about the possibility of achieving something that seems impossible


Three out of five, three out of five (it's not enough)
Scoring only 3 out of 5 on something is not considered good enough


Six out of ten
A slightly better score than 3 out of 5, but still not great


Better luck next time
Encouragement to try again and improve upon past results


Just like his Dad, just like his Dad (the same mistakes)
Repeating similar mistakes to those made by one's father


Hungry and dumb, hungry and dumb (so wait in line)
Feeling desperate and unintelligent, being forced to wait for something


Queuing up for some more junk food
Waiting in line for low-quality and unhealthy food


It's not my fault, it's not my fault (just this once)
Trying to avoid responsibility for a mistake or wrongdoing


They're getting so much younger
Feeling left behind or out of touch with younger generations


Why can't you be more European
An appreciation for European culture and values


Bastard child of guilt and shame
Someone who experiences a lot of regret and self-blame


Bury your head in the sand
To avoid or ignore unpleasant or uncomfortable situations


I'm thinking six, six, six
A reference to the devil, symbolizing negative or evil thoughts


It's not enough
Feeling unsatisfied or disappointed with the current situation




Lyrics © EMI Music Publishing, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: RUSSELL LISSACK, GORDON MOAKES, KELE OKEREKE, MATT TONG

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Comments from YouTube:

Laurie_K

This is usually not my type of music, but this is AMAZING!!!!! Absolutly fabulous.

alexander427

you don't know good music if it hit you in the head, its an awesome beat

Ketchupz Studio

SO GOOOD !! STILL LISTEN IN 2018

absolutelymiserable

i feel like if you compare this remix too much to the original you're not going to like it. If you just listen to it without trying to compare, you may like it more. It's not really the same style of music anymore with the electronic beats (and Peaches... love Peaches). At least that's what happened to me...

Amrita Banerjee

I'll pretend to be brit and say this song is 'mint'! ;) fantastic!

DanielMolayem

love this remix

Nilesh Deshmukh

By far the best Bloc Party Remix !! What say??

darengphotography

Makes me feel like I am 15 again..

Christine C

amazing dancy song!!

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i love it

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