Feel Good Inc.
Gorillaz and Danger Mouse Lyrics
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They just have to go 'cause they don't know whack
So all you fill the streets it's appealing to see
You won't get out the county, 'cause you're bad and free
You've got a new horizon It's ephemeral style
A melancholy town where we never smile
And all I want to hear is the message beep
My dreams, they've got to kiss, because I don't get sleep, no
Windmill, Windmill for the land
Learn forever hand in hand
Take it all in on your stride
It is stinking, falling down
Love forever love is free
Let's turn forever you and me
Windmill, windmill for the land
Is everybody in?
Laughing gas these hazmats, fast cats
Lining them up-a like ass cracks
Ladies, homies, at the track
It's my chocolate attack
Shit, I'm stepping in the heart of this here
Care bear bumping in the heart of this here
Watch me as I gravitate, ha ha ha
Yo, we gonna go ghost town
This Motown, with yo sound
You're in the place
You gonna bite the dust
Can't fight with us
With yo sound, you kill the INC
So don't stop, get it, get it
Until you're cheddar header
Yo, watch the way I navigate, ha ha ha
Windmill, windmill for the land
Turn forever hand in hand
Take it all in on your stride
It is stinking, falling down
Love forever love is free
Let's turn forever you and me
Windmill, windmill for the land
Is everybody in?
Don't stop, get it, get it
We are your captains in it
Steady, watch me navigate, ha ha ha
Don't stop, get it, get it
We are your captains in it
Steady, watch me navigate, ha ha ha
The lyrics to "Feel Good Inc." are a commentary on society and the way it functions, suggesting that people are blindly moving along in a direction they don't necessarily understand or agree with. The "city" is "breaking down on a camel's back," suggesting a lack of stability or foundation in society. The people are described as "bad and free," suggesting that they are not necessarily happy or fulfilled, but they are still living their lives. The "new horizon" they are moving toward is said to have an "ephemeral style," suggesting that it is shallow and fleeting. The town they live in is described as "melancholy," and they "never smile." The singer of the song wants to hear the "message beep" indicating that their dreams and aspirations are still alive, but they can't even sleep because they are so overrun with the struggles of everyday life.
The chorus, featuring the repeated phrase "windmill, windmill for the land," is a call to action, suggesting that people need to work together to make a change. The idea of "learning forever hand in hand" suggests that this is an ongoing process, and it will take time for people to truly understand each other and work together. The singer repeats that "love is free" and urges people to "turn forever" with each other, suggesting that unity and love are the keys to overcoming the problems in society.
Line by Line Meaning
City's breaking down on a camel's back
The city is falling apart and its problems keep piling up.
They just have to go 'cause they don't know whack
The people are leaving because they are unaware of the issues and do not know how to fix them.
So all you fill the streets it's appealing to see
The masses pouring onto the street looks like a united front.
You won't get out the county, 'cause you're bad and free
You can't leave the area because you are both reckless and self-assured.
You've got a new horizon It's ephemeral style
There is a new opportunity on the horizon, but it may be short-lived.
A melancholy town where we never smile
The town is sad and hopeless, leaving little to be happy about.
And all I want to hear is the message beep
The only thing I want right now is a notification on my phone.
My dreams, they've got to kiss, because I don't get sleep, no
I am constantly daydreaming as I can't get any sleep at night.
Windmill, Windmill for the land
Let's all work together to generate energy for our community.
Learn forever hand in hand
We must continue to learn and grow together.
Take it all in on your stride
Accept life's obstacles and deal with them as they come.
It is stinking, falling down
Things are going downhill and it's not a pleasant situation.
Love forever love is free
Love should be given freely and without restraint.
Let's turn forever you and me
Let us be together forever.
Is everybody in?
Is everyone ready and on board for this journey?
Laughing gas these hazmats, fast cats
There are people and things around us that we may not know the danger of.
Lining them up-a like ass cracks
Everyone is being grouped together or compared unfairly.
Ladies, homies, at the track
People of all genders and friendships are at the venue.
It's my chocolate attack
I'm going to enjoy myself and indulge in my desires.
Shit, I'm stepping in the heart of this here
I am fully diving into the situation at hand.
Care bear bumping in the heart of this here
I am stepping into a lively and carefree environment.
Watch me as I gravitate, ha ha ha
Watch me as I move towards something captivating or attractive.
Yo, we gonna go ghost town
We're about to enter an abandoned or deserted area.
This Motown, with yo sound
This place is yours, and you're bringing your own sound to it.
You're in the place
You are exactly where you should be right now.
You gonna bite the dust
You are going to suffer the consequences of your actions.
Can't fight with us
You can't compete or argue with us.
With yo sound, you kill the INC
Your sound is so powerful that it's causing others to fail.
So don't stop, get it, get it
Don't give up, keep pushing forward and achieving your goals.
Until you're cheddar header
Keep working hard until you're successful and well-off.
Yo, watch the way I navigate, ha ha ha
Watch as I confidently and skillfully maneuver through this situation.
Don't stop, get it, get it
Keep persevering to achieve your goals.
We are your captains in it
We are the leaders and we're in charge of this situation.
Steady, watch me navigate, ha ha ha
Watch as I confidently and expertly handle this situation.
Lyrics © EMI Music Publishing, Peermusic Publishing, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group, SHELLY BAY MUSIC, BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: BRIAN JOSEPH BURTON, DAMON ALBARN, DAVID JOLICOEUR, JAMIE HEWLETT
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