Honey Bee
Grinderman Lyrics

Mad mullahs and dirty bombs
Referencing the threat of terrorism, particularly those involving bombs, and how it affects society.

Alert the coastal command
Describes the reaction and preparation by the authorities when threatened by terrorism, particularly when an attack might involve bodies of water.

Ack-Ack positions everyone
Refers to the military term 'Ack-Ack' or anti-aircraft guns and how people brace themselves for whatever could come.

She's my honey bee and here she comes
Describes a feeling of pride, ownership, and admiration for a person or thing.

Cancer, rabies, SARS
Brings up various diseases and epidemics, reiterating the fear people feel in the face of disaster.

Hairy beards and hurtling stars
References unusual phenomena and chaotic circumstances, emphasizing the magnitude of the situation.

Won't somebody touch me?
Expresses the need for human connection and comfort in a time of fear and uncertainty.

Honey bee lets fly to Mars
Uses the image of flying to Mars as a metaphor for escape from difficult or dangerous situations.

There's a kid laying on the lawn
Introduces a new story or scenario, shifting the focus to a personal conflict with a neighbor.

The neighbors on the telephone
Shows how society reacts and gets involved in conflicts, particularly when it becomes disturbing to the peace.

The dispatcher asks "What's going on?"
Shows how proper authorities are contacted when people are unsure of how to handle a situation.

"Please Sir, what's going on?"
Reiterates the need for help and guidance from authority figures.

He's been giving me shit for years
Reveals a long-standing conflict and frustration with the neighbor in question.

Won't somebody touch me?
Reiterates the need for human connection and the desire for compassion and understanding when in difficult situations.

Honey bee lets fly to Mars
Uses the image of flying to Mars as a metaphor for escape from personal conflicts and distressing situations.

The easily offended
Brings up the idea of people being sensitive and taking offense easily, acknowledging the societal pressure to be politically correct.

We are the undefended
May refer to people who feel unprotected and vulnerable in the face of various threats or societal pressures.

There's a virus come to town
Brings up the threat of a pandemic and how communities react to such a threat.

Won't somebody give me a kiss
Reflects the basic human desire for physical contact and connection, especially during times of isolation and fear.

Buzz buzz buzz buzz buzz
Repeats the sound of buzzing, which could represent the constant anxiety, overwhelming circumstances, and the feeling of being trapped in difficult situations.

Honey bee
Reiterates the phrase used throughout the song expressing the desire for an escape and finding comfort amidst danger or personal struggles.

Ba ba ba ba ba ba ba!
A repetition of sounds used throughout the song to emphasize the chaotic, frantic nature of the topics discussed.