1983
Janez Detd. Lyrics


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Goonies never say die!
Shouting at the devil!
And 99 hot air balloons!
Unknown to you, what planet are you from?
Maiden had the trooper, Ramones had psycho therapy
While Bryan, he just cuts like a knife,
Do you remember E.T. trying to phone home
While Ronald introduced MC Nuggets to the whole wide world...

I just can't explain, how it feels to live in 1983
Yeah, I wonder who's to blame, for MTV, the goonies and atari!

Slayer showed no mercy
While Bad Religion went 'into the unknown'.
And Bowie wanted to dance...
Michael thrilled the planet and Chesney Hawkes,
I loved that guy, I'm telling you 'he was the one and only'!
Sweet Dreams were made of this,
I'll hold a special place when ZZ TOP
Were sharp dressed men and begging us for love...

I just can't explain, how it feels to live in 1983
Yeah, I wonder who's to blame, for MTV, the goonies and atari!

I think we're alone now... tonight...
I don't wanna go home now... not tonight...

We had Bronski Beat and Megadeth,
Run DMC began to rap
And John Bon Jovi started up a band

Metallica had 'kill 'em all'
Exploited sang 'let's start a war'




And Sting was counting 'every breath you took'...
The eighties got me hooked...

Overall Meaning

The song "1983" by Janez Detd. is a lyrical homage to the culture and music of the 80s, specifically the year 1983. The lyrics are a collection of references to iconic pop culture moments and musical acts from that time. The chorus speaks to the listener's feeling of being unable to explain how it feels to live during that era and wondering who's to blame for the cultural phenomena like MTV, Atari, and The Goonies.


The references to bands and their songs are reminders of the diverse genres and artists that made a significant impact on the music industry in the 80s. Slayer is a reference to the American thrash metal band, Bad Religion is an American punk rock band, and Bowie is a reference to David Bowie's pop-rock song "Let's Dance." Michael and Chesney Hawkes are references to Michael Jackson and Chesney Hawkes's hit songs, "Thriller" and "The One and Only," respectively. Sweet Dreams is a reference to the synth-pop duo Eurythmics' song "Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This)" and ZZ Top's song "Sharp Dressed Man" is also mentioned.


The overall message of the song is the singer's love and nostalgia for the 80s music scene, which they remember as a golden era of music and culture.


Line by Line Meaning

Goonies never say die!
The Goonies were a group of kids who faced dangerous, and at times life-threatening, adventures but they never gave up or lost hope.


Shouting at the devil!
A reference to Motley Crue's hit song, which is about standing up and fighting against the evil and darkness around us.


And 99 hot air balloons!
A reference to the popular song '99 Luftballons' by Nena, which describes a peaceful world that is suddenly disrupted by military action.


Unknown to you, what planet are you from?
An expression of surprise or disbelief, as if someone is so out of touch with pop culture that they must be from another world.


Maiden had the trooper, Ramones had psycho therapy
A reference to classic rock songs by Iron Maiden and The Ramones that are still popular today and represent the energy and spirit of the 80s.


While Bryan, he just cuts like a knife,
A reference to Bryan Adams' popular song 'Cuts Like a Knife', which captures the feeling of love and heartbreak that is still relatable today.


Do you remember E.T. trying to phone home
A reference to the iconic movie 'E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial', which tells the story of a young boy who befriends an alien and helps him find his way home.


While Ronald introduced MC Nuggets to the whole wide world...
A reference to the fast food chain McDonald's and their introduction of the popular menu item McNuggets, which quickly became a sensation and is still around today.


I just can't explain, how it feels to live in 1983
An expression of nostalgia and longing for a time when things were simpler and more carefree.


Yeah, I wonder who's to blame, for MTV, the goonies and atari!
A rhetorical question that highlights the influence of pop culture icons like MTV, The Goonies, and Atari on the youth of the 80s.


Slayer showed no mercy
A reference to the heavy metal band Slayer and their intense music that represents the raw, energetic spirit of the 80s.


While Bad Religion went 'into the unknown'.
A reference to the punk rock band Bad Religion and their willingness to experiment and explore new sounds and styles.


And Bowie wanted to dance...
A reference to David Bowie's popular song 'Let's Dance', which is a fun and upbeat track that captures the vibe of the 80s.


Michael thrilled the planet and Chesney Hawkes,
A reference to two popular musicians of the time, Michael Jackson and Chesney Hawkes, who were known for their catchy and infectious music.


I loved that guy, I'm telling you 'he was the one and only'!
An expression of admiration and love for an artist or musician who was special and unique, like no one else.


Sweet Dreams were made of this,
A reference to the hit song 'Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This)' by the Eurythmics, which represents the dreamy and aspirational nature of the 80s.


I'll hold a special place when ZZ TOP
A reference to the rock band ZZ Top and their iconic look, which includes long beards and sunglasses, and their popular music that still endures today.


Were sharp dressed men and begging us for love...
A reference to another popular ZZ Top song, 'Sharp Dressed Man', which is about a wealthy man who seeks attention and admiration through his style and looks.


I think we're alone now... tonight...
A reference to the song 'I Think We're Alone Now' by Tiffany, which is about two people who are in love and feel like they are the only ones in the world that matter.


I don't wanna go home now... not tonight...
An expression of a desire to stay out and enjoy the moment, even if it means breaking curfew or risking trouble with parents or authority figures.


We had Bronski Beat and Megadeth,
A reference to two popular bands of the 80s, Bronski Beat and Megadeth, who represent different styles of music and appeal to different audiences.


Run DMC began to rap
A reference to the rap group Run DMC, who helped popularize the genre and bring it into the mainstream.


And John Bon Jovi started up a band
A reference to the rock band Bon Jovi, which was formed by singer Jon Bon Jovi and became one of the most successful and enduring bands of the 80s and beyond.


Metallica had 'kill 'em all'
A reference to the debut album by the heavy metal band Metallica, which features intense and aggressive music that captures the rebellious and defiant spirit of the 80s.


Exploited sang 'let's start a war'
A reference to the punk rock band The Exploited and their song 'Let's Start a War', which is a commentary on the political and social issues of the time and reflects a feeling of frustration and anger.


And Sting was counting 'every breath you took'...
A reference to the hit song 'Every Breath You Take' by Sting and The Police, which is a love song with a slightly sinister and obsessive tone that captivated audiences and became a classic of the 80s.


The eighties got me hooked...
An expression of love and nostalgia for the 80s, which were a time of fun, excitement, and cultural change that still resonates with many people today.




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