Wonderworld
Head Control System Lyrics


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One,
Two,
Three,
One, two, three

Now we live and now we die
We come and we go
Above or below

Oh God knows where
We bury our children
and nurse our dead
Our dead


What a wonderworld we live in (We bury our children)
What a wonderworld we live in (We bury our children)
What a wonderworld we live in (And nurse our dead)
Cry your heart out
What a wonderworld we live in (And nurse our dead)
Blow your head off

Cry your heart out
Tear your head off
Cry your heart out
Blow your head off (Boom)
You’re a star,
A supernova, a black hole out there


Now we live and now we die
We come and we go
Above or below

Oh God knows where
We bury our children
And nurse our dead

What a wonderful world (We’re living in)
What a wonderful world (We’re living in)
What a wonderful world (We’re living in)
What a wonderful world (We’re living in)

What a wonderful world (Say goodbye now)
It’s really wonderful (Boys and girls)
Fucking tragedy

Three, two, one more time


What a wonderworld we live in (We bury our children)
What a wonderworld we live in (We bury our children)
What a wonderworld we live in (And nurse our dead)
Cry your heart out

What a wonderworld we live in (And nurse our dead)
Blow your head off

Tragedy
Our fucking tragedy
So cry your heart out

One, two, three, now we live and now we die
Now we live and now we die
Now we live and now we die
Now we live and now we die
Now we live and now we die




Now we live and now we die
One, two, three, now we live and now we die we come and go...

Overall Meaning

The song "Wonderworld" by Head Control System is a reflection on the dichotomy between beauty and tragedy in the world. The opening lyrics "Now we live and now we die, we come and we go, above or below" presents a commentary on the fragility of human life, and how it can be taken away at any moment. The lines "Oh God knows where, we bury our children and nurse our dead" brings attention to the universal experience of losing loved ones, and the pain that it brings.


The repeated phrase "What a wonderworld we live in" serves as a sarcastic refrain, underscoring the ironies present in the world. The line "You're a star, a supernova, a black hole out there" seems to suggest that each person is capable of being both a creator and a destroyer, and the universe itself is both beautiful and merciless.


The call to "Cry your heart out" and "Blow your head off" speaks to the overwhelming emotions that are elicited when faced with the reality of life and death. The song ends with a repetition of the opening lines, driving home the cyclical nature of existence and the inevitability of death.


Overall, "Wonderworld" is a thought-provoking song that explores the contradictions of human experience and encourages listeners to embrace the beauty and tragedy of it all.


Line by Line Meaning

One,
Starting off the song with a count in of 'One', to symbolize the beginning of something new or maybe the starting point of a journey.


Two,
Continuation of the count in after One. Maybe something more is needed to achieve a goal or move forward in life's journey.


Three,
Third and final count in, indicating that the time to start has come and an action should be taken to make things happen.


One, two, three
The culmination of the three count-ins, of starting something new or moving forward in a journey.


Now we live and now we die
A statement on the cycle of life, that we come into existence and eventually pass away.


We come and we go
Elaboration on the cycle of life, on how people come and go in life, be it through birth and death, or passing in and out of one's life.


Above or below
An observation that people can exist in many ways and go through many experiences, sometimes good or sometimes bad, sometimes on a higher level or sometimes on a lower level.


Oh God knows where
A line that signifies uncertainty and the unknown nature of life's journey, leaving the theories of existence and destinations to religious beliefs and personal philosophies.


We bury our children
A solemn acknowledgement of the tragedy of losing loved ones, especially children, which remains one of the most difficult experiences to deal with in life.


and nurse our dead
Another way of framing how loved ones, friends and family in our lives emerge and eventually leave, while we take care of them in times of illness and pay our respects after their departure.


What a wonderworld we live in (We bury our children)
A reflection that amidst the joys and wonders of life, there is also heartbreak and tragedy simmering underneath.


Cry your heart out
An exhortation to express sadness or frustration, to cry and release pent-up emotion and to process one's experiences.


Blow your head off
A figurative statement, that means to let it all out, to act on the thought of releasing so much emotional (and possibly physical) energy that one explodes, releasing oneself from the pain and torment.


You’re a star,
A positive message that people possess individual or unique qualities that make them stand out from each other.


A supernova, a black hole out there
A metaphorical expression regarding each individual's impact on the universe or their surroundings. A supernova stands for the positive effect or impact one may have, while a black hole reflects a negative impact, like sucking in the light and life from everything around it.


What a wonderful world (We’re living in)
A reminder that despite the ups and downs of life, there are still things to be grateful for and worth appreciating.


Say goodbye now
A statement on how endings are inevitable and the necessity of letting go of things, situations and people that no longer serve us.


Boys and girls
Possible reference to people in the song who may feel helpless or unsure of how to face the present struggles.


Fucking tragedy
A statement on the tragedy that is part of life, despite the seemingly beautiful experiences that the world may provide.


Tragedy
A repetition of the preceding line, emphasizing the pain and difficulty of loss, the emotions that were felt in moments that may have remained significant memories.


Our fucking tragedy
Acknowledgment that tragedy occurs not only to an individual, but also to a collective - a family or a society, thus giving a wider dimension to the phrase mentioned before.


So cry your heart out
A repeated invitation to express the sadness that comes along with the tragedy, acknowledging the importance of the healing process that comes after the loss of loved ones.


One, two, three, now we live and now we die we come and go...
Repeating the earlier lyrics from the beginning of the song to reinforce the approach that every living being has to not only take control but also accept the inevitability of the cycle of existence and all its intricate complexities.




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