The band has released three EPs and their debut album, Datarock Datarock, was released in 2005 in 10 countries on the band's own label, YAP (Young Aspiring Professionals), receiving favourable reviews, especially in the UK. They made an appearance in Australia's Triple J Hottest 100 with the single "Computer Camp Love" in 2005, placing at #12. This song was #88 on Rolling Stone's list of the 100 Best Songs of 2007.
Their song "Fa-Fa-Fa" was featured in a new Coca Cola advert, and is also featured in NHL 08, FIFA 08 and NBA Live 08 as part of EA Trax. It also appears in The Sims 2: Free Time, and The Sims' video team was asked to create a custom music video for "Fa-Fa-Fa". Another one of their songs, "New Song", is featured in Madden NFL 08. Finally, a remix of "I Used To Dance With My Daddy" is featured in Need For Speed: ProStreet and "True Stories" is featured in FIFA 09 and The Sims 3.
Datarock was also featured in an Apple advertisement for the fourth generation iPod Nano. The ad showed the song Fa-Fa-Fa playing on an Orange iPod Nano. The coverart for Datarock Datarock was also shown.
Fredrik Saroea also has solo aspirations and has recorded several individual tracks, including a duet with fellow Norwegian pop-star Annie for the song I Will Always Remember You, which has been included on later presses of the band's debut LP.
Bulldozer
Datarock Lyrics
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Bulldozer, Bulldozer
Bulldozer Bulldozer
Bulldozer Bulldozer
BMX (is) BETTER THAN SEX
BMX (is) BETTER THAN SEX
Truck Driver, Truck Driver
Motorcycle Driver
Motorcycle Driver
(Don't you know)
BMX (is) BETTER THAN SEX
BMX (is) BETTER THAN SEX
BMX (is) BETTER THAN SEX
BMX (is) BETTER THAN SEX
The lyrics to Datarock's song Bulldozer seem to be a playful commentary on the nature of transportation and how we move through the world. The repetition of the word "Bulldozer" creates a sense of power and momentum, as if the song is itself a force driving forward. However, the real focus of the song seems to be on the refrain "BMX (is) BETTER THAN SEX."
This phrase touches on themes of thrill-seeking and the search for excitement. It suggests that riding a BMX bike can create a rush and a sense of satisfaction similar to sexual pleasure. This could be interpreted as a commentary on modern society's constant craving for stimulation and intensity.
The various drivers mentioned in the song - cab drivers, truck drivers, and motorcycle drivers - each represent a different way of moving through the world. The repetition of these phrases suggests that all of these modes of transportation can be exciting and empowering in their own way, but ultimately nothing compares to the thrill of riding a BMX bike.
Overall, the lyrics to Bulldozer can be interpreted as a playful celebration of the joy of movement and the search for excitement in life.
Line by Line Meaning
Bulldozer, Bulldozer
Emphatic repetition of the word 'Bulldozer'
Bulldozer Bulldozer
Continued emphasis on the significance of 'Bulldozer'
BMX (is) BETTER THAN SEX
The singer asserts their preference of BMX over sex
Cab Driver, Cab Driver
Listing various professions related to transportation
Truck Driver, Truck Driver
A continuation of the list of transportation-related professions
Motorcycle Driver
Introduction of another profession related to transportation
(Don't you know) BMX (is) BETTER THAN SEX
Reassertion of the singer's preference for BMX over sex, with a rhetorical question aimed at the listener
BMX (is) BETTER THAN SEX
Final declaration of the artist's preference for BMX over sex
Contributed by Grace O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@skullbatter
Just like a lot of Data Rock's songs, it leaves you wanting more :D I enjoy it myself.
@browca04
Just saw you guys at Groovin the Moo in Bunbury. Thanks for the most awesome set I've ever seen. Was so happy you opened with this.
@weaselidiotu
best song on the album!! go datarock!!!
@Camilookb
great song, the more i listen to it the more I like it.
@peliculastaker
Un video muy guapo!! Y mola la musica. Me encantaria vivir en un lugar tan frio... odio el calor. Un saludo desde Barcelona
@weaselidiotu
what a great sound on this song !!!
@Tato9412
Siiick Lyrics !!! I love datarock !
@likeyoung524
I liked how this video felt. It was kinda amateur, but it felt like that part was intentional. The BMX footy was rad. Over-all, very nice.
@DaKirbster
Sure it makes sense! He's questioning people's use of vehicles other than a BMX! He's talking to the cab driver etc... ("don't you know that BMX is better than sex") He's telling them all that a BMX is the ultimate ride.
@BoyleTonight
Thi song makes me wanna get a BMX so bad.