R.U.OK?
KMFDM Lyrics
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Don't think I care
Do what you want
As you see fit
That's quite alright
It's all ok
Just be yourself
That's fine with me
If that's alright
Just say ok
If that felt ok
Let's go again
For a moment you might question what you see
For a second your whole world will disappear
This is mindcontrol and you know it
This will shut you up and you know it
What's wrong with you
R. U. OK?
Are you still here
Don't slip away
Just breathe in deep
And stay awak
Don't close your eyes...
That's all you get
It's all you need...
The lyrics to KMFDM's song R.U.OK? can be interpreted as a reflection on the nature of control and conformity in society. The repeated refrain of "That's fine with me, it's all OK" seems to be a message to listeners that their individuality and personal choices are valued, but at the same time the song urges caution against being lured into a false sense of security. Lines like "For a moment you might question what you see / For a second your whole world will disappear" suggest that there are manipulative forces at work that can easily undermine our sense of self and reality. The song's final plea, "R. U. OK? / Are you still here / Don't slip away / Just breathe in deep / And stay awak / Don't close your eyes..." seems to be a call to stay vigilant against these forces and to resist the temptation to give in to mind control.
Ultimately, the lyrics of R.U.OK? offer a message of empowerment and individuality, but also a warning against complacency and apathy in the face of societal pressures.
Line by Line Meaning
That's fine with me
I have no objection to what you want to do.
Don't think I care
Don't misunderstand me, I still care about you.
Do what you want
You have the freedom to do whatever you desire.
As you see fit
I trust your judgment, you can act based on your own agency.
That's quite alright
I'm genuinely okay with that. No need to worry about my approval.
It's all ok
Everything is alright, there's no need to be concerned.
Just be yourself
Don't pretend to be someone you're not. Just simply be who you are.
For a second you might wonder if it's real
You may experience a brief moment of disbelief, questioning the authenticity of your surroundings.
If that's alright
If that's how you feel, then it's okay for you.
Just say ok
Simply say yes, it's okay.
If that felt ok
If you felt comfortable with it.
Let's go again
Let's proceed further in this direction.
For a moment you might question what you see
At times you may doubt the veracity of what you perceive.
For a second your whole world will disappear
Even briefly, the world as you know it, may vanish.
This is mindcontrol and you know it
Recognize that this control over your mind is purposeful and deliberate.
This will shut you up and you know it
You are aware that this will silence you.
What's wrong with you
What is the issue, what is troubling you?
R. U. OK?
Are you fine, are you feeling alright?
Are you still here
Have you left, are you still present?
Don't slip away
Don't depart or fade away from this moment.
Just breathe in deep
Inhale deeply and exhale slowly.
And stay awake
Remain alert and conscious.
Don't close your eyes...
Keep your eyes open and aware of your surroundings.
That's all you get
You shouldn't expect anything else.
It's all you need...
What's been given to you is truly everything you require.
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