Heideroosjes (pronounced; hi-duh-rose-yes, HR in short), is a punk band fro… Read Full Bio ↴Heideroosjes (pronounced; hi-duh-rose-yes, HR in short), is a punk band from Horst aan de Maas, the Netherlands. The band's lyrics are in Dutch, English, German and Limburgian (a Dutch dialect spoken in the Dutch province of Limburg). The band, formed in 1989, consists of Marco Roelofs (vocals), Frank Kleuskens (guitar), Fred Houben (Bass) and Igor Hobus (percussion). The band's name means "the heath roses" and was chosen for its ironic contrast with the many punk band names that reflect dark, sexual or violent themes. The name is derived from a cabaret conference of Belgian comedian Urbanus, who mockingly said he wrote a song for "a punkband from Limburg called de Heideroosjes".

In 2012 De Heidjeroosjes played their Farewell Tour. After the last show in De Melkweg the band stopped playing after 23 years

The World
Heideroosjes Lyrics

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I am so scared
I feel lonely
Why is the world such a fucked up place?
I am so down
I feel worn out
Why is the world such a fucked up place?
I am so sick
I feel burned out

Why is the world such a fucked up place?

I am so lost
I feel tied up
Why is the world such a fucked up place?
I am so hurt

I feel useless
Why is the world such a fucked up place?

Overall Meaning

The World, as portrayed by Heideroosjes, is a place that is scary, lonely, burnt out, and lost. The lyrics highlight the singer's feelings of despair and helplessness, as he wonders why the world is such a "fucked up place." Through these lines, we can see the struggle that many people face when experiencing the pain and suffering that the world brings. The use of repetition of the phrase "Why is the world such a fucked up place?" emphasizes the singer's frustration towards the world and his inability to find answers to his questions.

The song reflects the band's punk rock roots which is known for its harsh and sometimes nihilistic lyrics. The World is a reflection of the band's view on society and can be interpreted as a social commentary on the current state of the world or a reflection of the singer's personal struggles. The lyrics are relatable as they touch on underlying feelings of anxiety, depression, and hopelessness that many people may experience at some point in their lives. They express a feeling of resignation and a sense of defeat in the face of things that seem beyond their control.

Line by Line Meaning

I am so scared
I am filled with fear and uncertainty.

I feel lonely
I feel isolated and without companionship.