Astroturf
King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard Lyrics


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Everything's dead here
Covered with plastic
Everything's fluoro
Evergreen matter
Gotta stop grass growin'
Cover that wormhole
Gotta stop birds from
Shitting on my lawn

When it don't matter
Everything's better
Throw-away plates are
Better for business
Everything's easy
Better for the earth is AstroTurf

Six butterflies fluttered by
Looked horrified
"I just hatched from chrysalis
I've only hours, thirty-six
I need a mate to do my biz
And this is where I will die
Heartbreaking way to end
I will cry on AstroTurf"

Suitable texture, suitable color
Miniature forest, better than nature
Make me feel better knowing I won't go
Out on my lawn and see an animal
Everything's sterile, even infertile
Proud of my monster, never been straighter
Dog-shit heaven, it's better than the earth it's AstroTurf

Six butterflies fluttered by




Looked horrified
"I just hatched from chrysalis
I've only hours, thirty-six
I need a mate to do my biz
And this is where I will die
Heartbreaking way to end
I will cry on AstroTurf"

AstroTurfing, AstroTurfing
AstroTurfing, AstroTurf
AstroTurfing, AstroTurfing
AstroTurfing, AstroTurf

AstroTurfing, AstroTurfing
AstroTurfing, AstroTurf
AstroTurfing
Better than the earth it's AstroTurf

Six butterflies fluttered by
Looked horrified
"I just hatched from chrysalis
I've only hours, thirty-six
I need a mate to do my biz
And this is where I will die
Heartbreaking way to end
I will cry on AstroTurf"

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Astroturf" by King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard lament the artificiality and sterilization of modern life. The song portrays a world where everything is dead, covered in plastic, and artificial. The mention of fluoro and evergreen matter signifies the unnaturalness of the environment. The singer expresses a desire to control and manipulate nature, as seen in the lines "Gotta stop grass growin'" and "Gotta stop birds from shitting on my lawn." This reflects a common human tendency to exert control over the natural world, replacing it with synthetic and controlled landscapes.


The chorus emphasizes the belief that everything is better and easier in this artificial world. Throw-away plates, AstroTurf, and a sterile environment are depicted as better for business and the earth. The use of AstroTurf, an artificial grass, symbolizes the substitution of a fake, lifeless imitation for the real thing. It represents a disconnection from nature and a preference for a clean, controlled, and uniform environment.


The song also reflects on the tragic consequences of this artificiality. The six butterflies that pass by are horrified by their surroundings, realizing that they only have a short time to find a mate and fulfill their purpose. The line "Heartbreaking way to end, I will cry on AstroTurf" portrays the sadness of a life ending in an artificial and sterile environment instead of a natural habitat.


Overall, "Astroturf" critiques the obsession with control and the artificiality of modern society, highlighting the consequences of disconnecting from nature.


Line by Line Meaning

Everything's dead here
The environment is devoid of life and vitality


Covered with plastic
Artificial materials are hiding the natural elements


Everything's fluoro
Everything is brightly colored, but artificially so


Evergreen matter
Artificial, permanent materials that don't decay


Gotta stop grass growin'
The desire to prevent natural growth and change


Cover that wormhole
Hiding the natural cycles and processes


Gotta stop birds from Shitting on my lawn
The need to control and manipulate nature to maintain a perfect facade


When it don't matter
When natural processes and consequences are disregarded


Everything's better
The belief that artificial solutions are superior


Throw-away plates are
Disposable items are


Better for business
More profitable and efficient


Everything's easy
Simplifying and controlling nature for convenience


Better for the earth is AstroTurf
The synthetic turf is considered better for the environment


Six butterflies fluttered by Looked horrified
The butterflies are alarmed and saddened by their surroundings


"I just hatched from chrysalis I've only hours, thirty-six I need a mate to do my biz And this is where I will die Heartbreaking way to end I will cry on AstroTurf"
The short lifespan of a butterfly and the tragic realization of its inability to fulfill its purpose in an artificial environment


Suitable texture, suitable color
The fake grass has an appearance that fits the desired aesthetic


Miniature forest, better than nature
The controlled and manipulated synthetic environment is considered superior to natural ecosystems


Make me feel better knowing I won't go Out on my lawn and see an animal
The absence of wildlife on the lawn brings a sense of comfort and control


Everything's sterile, even infertile
The complete lack of life and reproductive capabilities in the artificial environment


Proud of my monster, never been straighter
Taking pride in the unnatural and distorted creation


Dog-shit heaven, it's better than the earth it's AstroTurf
The artificial environment, despite its flaws, is considered superior to the imperfect natural world


AstroTurfing, AstroTurfing
Promoting and advertising the benefits of AstroTurf


Better than the earth it's AstroTurf
Extolling the superior qualities of AstroTurf compared to natural earth


Six butterflies fluttered by Looked horrified "I just hatched from chrysalis I've only hours, thirty-six I need a mate to do my biz And this is where I will die Heartbreaking way to end I will cry on AstroTurf"
Reiterating the tragic fate of the butterflies in an artificial environment




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Michael Cavanagh, Stuart Mackenzie

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@SaumBodhi

You know it just occurred to me why they pump out so many albums so quickly. Almost every member is a multi-instrumentalist and composer. Plus they're all certifiably insane.

@trevorburton3290

How else do they afford to have two drummers???

@TheDanification

Just getting into this band. Their volume of work is incomparable. How do they do it? Lol

@michaelwakefield1838

I think Cavs is the only non multi instrumentalist..

@ECHtoplasm

It must be a rule in KG that if you have an idea, you have to share it 😅

@dankboinkripper

@@michaelwakefield1838 even then, he absolutely annihilates percussion to the point where he doesn't need to do much of else

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@HITMANxsv

When the guitarist has a synth rig and a goddamn Vibraslap infront of him you know youre in for a treat.

@chrishasty1444

I saw these guys at the Hollywood Bowl last week and I left there realizing they may be the most talented and culturally significant rock band of a generation.

@Smygar

For sure, this band will be remembered as one of the greats, most people haven't caught on yet.

@beastieboy762

They most certainly are.

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