Radio
Dollar Lyrics


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His guitar is only this big
And a couple things are missing
Yet, you're listening
And his guitar is only this big
Man, her voice is only once inch
And everyone is measuring
Everyone and everything
Everyone's a measurement
But I have a radio
And it's unmistakeable
Eye of a radio
Eye of a radio
Some people are turning out
Some people are turning in
And some of the bleeding hearts
They're under arrest again
Just look at the President
Everyone's a measurement
Everyone and everything
Everyone's a measurement
But I have a radio
And it's unmistakeable
Eye of a radio
Eye of a radio
Eye of a radio
And it's unmistakable
Eye of a radio
Eye of a radio
Eye of a radio
And it's insatiable
I have a radio
I have a radio
Eye of a radio
And it's unmistakable
Eye of a radio
Eye of a radio
Eye of a radio
And it's insatiable




I have a radio
I have a radio

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Dollar's song "Radio" speak to the power and influence of music, independent of physical appearances or societal pressures to conform. The opening lines describe a small guitar and a voice that does not conform to traditional standards of beauty or expectation, yet the listener is still captivated. The chorus emphasizes the power of the radio, which allows the listener to tune out external judgments and simply enjoy the music. The lines "some people are turning out, some people are turning in, and some of the bleeding hearts, they're under arrest again" may allude to the political or social turmoil of the time, but ultimately the song is about finding solace and joy in the simple pleasure of music.


The repetition of the phrase "Eye of a radio" emphasizes the idea that the radio serves as a lens, allowing the listener to see and experience the music in a way that transcends physical attributes or societal standards. The line "and it's insatiable" speaks to the addictive nature of music and the continuous craving for more.


Overall, "Radio" is a celebration of the power of music to connect and transcend boundaries, and a reminder that despite societal pressures and judgments, the simple act of listening can bring immense joy and fulfillment.


Line by Line Meaning

His guitar is only this big
Despite the size and limited capabilities of his guitar, people are still listening to his music


And a couple things are missing
His guitar may not have all of the necessary components needed to produce perfect sound


Yet, you're listening
Despite any flaws, people are still enjoying the music being played


Man, her voice is only once inch
Her voice may not be the most powerful or impressive, but people are still judging and comparing it to others


And everyone is measuring
People are constantly evaluating and comparing others, including their talents and abilities


Everyone and everything
This extends not just to people, but to objects and concepts as well


Some people are turning out
Some people are leaving, possibly because they are unsatisfied


Some people are turning in
Others are staying, possibly because they find some sort of comfort or value in their current situation


And some of the bleeding hearts
People who are sensitive and empathetic towards others may be facing persecution or criticism


They're under arrest again
Their actions and beliefs may be seen as a threat or disturbance, leading to punishment or confinement


Just look at the President
Even those in the highest positions of power are subject to scrutiny and criticism


But I have a radio
Despite all of this, the artist has something that allows them to escape or transcend the constant evaluations and comparisons


And it's unmistakeable
What the singer has is unique and can't be replicated


Eye of a radio
The singer sees the world differently and more objectively through their radio


And some of the bleeding hearts
People who are sensitive and empathetic towards others may be facing persecution or criticism


They're under arrest again
Their actions and beliefs may be seen as a threat or disturbance, leading to punishment or confinement


Just look at the President
Even those in the highest positions of power are subject to scrutiny and criticism


Everyone's a measurement
The constant comparisons and evaluations placed on everyone by society


And it's insatiable
This need to constantly compare and evaluate others can never truly be satisfied


I have a radio
The artist has something that allows them to escape or transcend the constant evaluations and comparisons


And it's unmistakable
What the artist has is unique and can't be replicated


Eye of a radio
The artist sees the world differently and more objectively through their radio


And it's insatiable
This need to constantly compare and evaluate others can never truly be satisfied


I have a radio
The artist has something that allows them to escape or transcend the constant evaluations and comparisons




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Written by: Brian Cherchiglia

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

Altercas

Letra (Vinnie Dollar – Luz)

Se crió en la calle, en la plazuela
Sus padres to` el día trabajando
El niño nunca fue a la escuela

Tiene 7 años y malas maneras
Se pega todo el dia robando
Aquí el que no corre vuela

Y que será de ese muchacho
Si no es el dueño de su suerte
Si la vida le dio palos
Y ahora le buscan la muerte
Si en el fondo él no es malo
Pero nadie quiso quererle
Nadie supo guiarlo
Dime tú que culpa tiene

Señooooor
Porque no das luuuuuuuz
Y un poco de amor
Que a este corazón
Le haces falta túúúú
(x2)

Tiene 14 y mueve paquetes
Con su primo en la 49.
Le ha robao' a su tio un machete
Se cree muy valiente
Y que es traficante
Pero tiene una cuenta pendiente
Y no sabe quién viene a buscarle
Y que será de ese muchacho
Si no es el dueño de su suerte
Si la vida le dio palos y ahora le buscan la muerte
Si en el fondo él no es malo
Pero nadie quiso quererle
Nadie supo guiarlo
Dime tu qué culpa tiene

Señoooooor
Porque no das luuuuuuuz
Y un poco de amor
Que a este corazón
Le haces falta túúúú
(x2)



All comments from YouTube:

1 1

Esta letra solo la entiende quien se siente representado … somos muchos niños de barrio ,aunque ya seamos adultos

Kike Moreno

Esto te sale del alma, al natural! Es mil veces mejor que la versión original!

gabri y punto

Esto si es música y buen cante sin tanto autotune y mierdas

Leonel Morales

Esto es arte , la piel de gallina me hizo sentir algo muy profundo con su letra.

Eustaquio Wilfredo Idas

Me gusta mas como la canta aqui que en la que ha grabado , en acustico es brutal

Xx_Lusitano_xX

Pa este tipo de cante tienes que tener ese toque....

Altercas

Letra (Vinnie Dollar – Luz)

Se crió en la calle, en la plazuela
Sus padres to` el día trabajando
El niño nunca fue a la escuela

Tiene 7 años y malas maneras
Se pega todo el dia robando
Aquí el que no corre vuela

Y que será de ese muchacho
Si no es el dueño de su suerte
Si la vida le dio palos
Y ahora le buscan la muerte
Si en el fondo él no es malo
Pero nadie quiso quererle
Nadie supo guiarlo
Dime tú que culpa tiene

Señooooor
Porque no das luuuuuuuz
Y un poco de amor
Que a este corazón
Le haces falta túúúú
(x2)

Tiene 14 y mueve paquetes
Con su primo en la 49.
Le ha robao' a su tio un machete
Se cree muy valiente
Y que es traficante
Pero tiene una cuenta pendiente
Y no sabe quién viene a buscarle
Y que será de ese muchacho
Si no es el dueño de su suerte
Si la vida le dio palos y ahora le buscan la muerte
Si en el fondo él no es malo
Pero nadie quiso quererle
Nadie supo guiarlo
Dime tu qué culpa tiene

Señoooooor
Porque no das luuuuuuuz
Y un poco de amor
Que a este corazón
Le haces falta túúúú
(x2)

Jorge Manrique

Q energia q transmite, brutal , saludos a todos 🇵🇪🇧🇷

Juan jose Vinceiro jimenez

Música de calle ,no paro de escucharla es mi infancia Sevilla ❤

Suken villegaa

Los pelos de punta esto es arte en estado puro

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