Jordan - Vocals & Guitar
Chris - Bass & B… Read Full Bio ↴Hot Like (A) Robot are:
Jordan - Vocals & Guitar
Chris - Bass & Background vocals
Nick - Guitar
Adam - Drums
Hot Like (A) Robot was a 4-Piece Indie band from San Diego, between 2000 and 2006. Hot Like (A) Robot put out three LPs and an EP. They received regular airplay on the radio. They have appeared live on the radio and have were nominated for best new artist by the San Diego Music Awards.
They were also featured in the Feb. 2007 issue of SPIN magazine, where they were credited as being one of Frank Iero's, of My Chemical Romance, favorite upcoming bands. They were also listed in the April 2007 edition of AP Magazine's top 100 Bands to Watch in 2007.
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The Reason
Hot Like (A) Robot Lyrics
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Time here I feel SICK
I think I should face me
Or let you taste me
There's a reason everyone knows
Your name
There's a reason driving me insane
Here is your reason, you don't have to wait
You asked me, I said don't harass me!
The lyrics to "The Reason" by Hot Like (A) Robot are deeply introspective and honest about the singer's inner turmoil. The opening lines express a feeling of disgust and nausea with their current situation, which could be interpreted as a metaphor for a toxic relationship or a stagnant stage in the singer's life. They then suggest that they need to either confront their own issues or allow someone else to see them more clearly, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and vulnerability.
The chorus reveals the reason behind the singer's distress: a person who holds a significant emotional power over them. This person's presence in their life has driven them insane, but the singer is apprehensive about revealing their true feelings. The final two lines of the chorus - "I never thought about you in that way / You asked me, I said don't harass me!" - suggest that the singer may be struggling with their sexuality or simply trying to preserve the status quo.
Overall, "The Reason" is a compelling exploration of the complexities of human emotion and the difficulties of being true to oneself.
Line by Line Meaning
Well I've spent too much
I've been here too long and can't stand it anymore
Time here I feel SICK
I am disgusted and unhappy with my current situation
I think I should face me
I need to confront and deal with my personal issues
Or let you taste me
Or I should allow myself to be vulnerable and let you get to know me better
There's a reason everyone knows
There's a clear explanation for why everyone is aware of your reputation
Your name
Your name is synonymous with your reputation
There's a reason driving me insane
There's a specific explanation for why I'm being driven to madness
Here is your reason, you don't have to wait
I'm about to give you the explanation you've been waiting for
I never thought about you in that way
I never considered having romantic feelings for you before
You asked me, I said don't harass me!
When you asked me if I was interested in you, I declined and asked you not to persist with the question
Contributed by Colin D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.