The Dark
Firehouse Lyrics


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The Dark by Firehouse

You know the whole world is changing and it's moving so fast
That today's innovations never seem to last
You're just a digital slave with an email address
Too much information only means more stress
Welcome to the computer age
You've got to have every machine that we make
Stronger faster new and improved if you want to compete
(check it out)
'Till the next vest thing makes you obsolete
Stay up to speed with technology or you will be left in the dark
You better be afraid if you can't keep up it'll be too late
And you will be left in the dark
They can always page you or call you on your cellular phone
There's no way you can hide the won't leave you alone
Cd-rom to Dvd, vinyl Lp to mp3
Welcome to the computer age
You've got to have every machine that we make
Stronger faster new and improved if you want to compete
(check it out)
'Till the next best thing makes you obsolete
Stay up to speed with technology or you will be left in the dark




You better be afraid if you can't if you can't keep up it'll be too late
And you will be left in the dark

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Firehouse's "The Dark" explore the fast-paced technological advancements that have become a part of everyday life. The song suggests that people who do not keep up with the latest technology will be left behind and "left in the dark." The opening lyrics describe how the world is changing so rapidly, that even today's innovations are quickly becoming outdated. The song points out that people are becoming "digital slaves" with email addresses, and the abundance of information can create more stress.


The pre-chorus highlights the pressure to have the "new and improved" machines to stay ahead of the competition, but the next best thing will always make what you have become obsolete. The chorus emphasizes the importance of staying up-to-date with technology to not be left behind, and the fear of not keeping up. The bridge mentions a progression of technological advancements, from CD-ROMs to DVDs, vinyl LPs to MP3s.


Overall, "The Dark" is a warning against falling behind in the technological age. It highlights the pressure to keep up with the latest technology and warns of the consequences of not doing so. The song suggests that technology has become a crucial aspect of modern life and to be left behind is to be left in the dark.


Line by Line Meaning

You know the whole world is changing and it's moving so fast
The world is constantly evolving, and it is difficult to keep up with the pace of change


That today's innovations never seem to last
New technology is rapidly developed and quickly becomes outdated


You're just a digital slave with an email address
People have become overly reliant on technology, and it controls their lives


Too much information only means more stress
The constant flow of information can be overwhelming and stressful


Welcome to the computer age
The world is now heavily influenced and driven by computers and technology


You've got to have every machine that we make
Society pressures individuals to keep up with the latest technology, even if it is unnecessary


Stronger faster new and improved if you want to compete (check it out)
To succeed in today's society, one must constantly upgrade to the newest and most advanced technology


'Till the next vest thing makes you obsolete
Technology is always advancing, and what is new and popular now may quickly become outdated


Stay up to speed with technology or you will be left in the dark
If you don't keep up with the latest technology, you will become irrelevant and fall behind


You better be afraid if you can't keep up it'll be too late
Not keeping up with technology will have negative consequences in the future


And you will be left in the dark
Failing to keep up with technology means being left behind and not being able to compete with others


They can always page you or call you on your cellular phone
Modern technology allows for constant communication and contact


There's no way you can hide the won't leave you alone
Technology has made it difficult to disconnect and escape from constant communication


Cd-rom to Dvd, vinyl Lp to mp3
Technology has changed the way we consume and store music and media




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