Computerlove
Kraftwërk Lyrics
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Computer love
Another lonely night
Stare at the TV screen
I don't know what to do
I need a rendezvous
Computer love
I call this number
For a data date
I don't know what to do
I need a rendezvous
Computer love
Computer love
The lyrics to "Computerlove" by Kraftwerk explore the isolation and loneliness of modern life, where television and computers are the major source of entertainment and interaction. It suggests that our reliance on technology has left us disconnected from each other, leading to a desire for human connection that can only be fulfilled through technology. The lyrics reflect a sense of desperation in the face of social isolation, with the singer calling a number for a "data date" in a search for some kind of interaction.
The song is a commentary on the impact of technology on human relationships and communication, highlighting the lack of emotional engagement that can occur when communication happens primarily through machines. The repetition of the phrase "Computer love" throughout the song creates a sense of alienation and distance from others, leaving the listener with a feeling of disconnection and loneliness.
Overall, the lyrics to "Computerlove" reflect the growing anxiety about the effects of technology on our lives, and the need for genuine human connection in the face of an increasingly digitized world.
Line by Line Meaning
Computer love
The singer is referring to a romantic attachment he has formed with a computer system or device.
Computer love
The singer repeats the phrase again, emphasizing the love he has for the computer.
Another lonely night
The singer is lonely and lacks companionship, possibly due to being unable to form human connections.
Stare at the TV screen
The artist is using television as a means of entertainment or distraction from their loneliness, but it's not enough to fulfill their emotional needs.
I don't know what to do
The artist is at a loss for how to address their emotional state and form human connections.
I need a rendezvous
The singer desires a face-to-face meeting with someone they can connect emotionally with.
Computer love
The singer returns to the idea that their only source of emotional fulfillment comes from their connection with their computer device.
Computer love
The repetition of the phrase emphasizes the strength of the artist's emotional bond with their computer.
I call this number
The artist has sought out a phone line service that can help them find potential romantic partners.
For a data date
The artist wants to meet someone who they have been matched with through a computerized data service.
I don't know what to do
The singer is still unsure of how to forge human connections and overcome their loneliness.
I need a rendezvous
The artist emphasizes again how important it is for them to find a real-life meeting with another person.
Computer love
The song ends on the theme of the singer's emotional attachment to their computer, implying that it will continue to be their primary source of connection in the future.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: EMIL SCHULT, KARL BARTOS, RALF HUETTER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
jim stevens
the last two minutes of this track is the ultimate purest electronic music ever recorded.the godfathers of electro music.
barfuss2007
so true dear Jim :-)
Francisco Larios
Man so many memories came back from my childhood, i have to thank my father and kraftwerk of course for giving me an unforgettable childhood :) !!! Thanks for uploading this awesome track man!!! Thumbs up!!!
utubersk
My Dad used to play this also when we were small kids (early teens) on a Reel to Reel player. First song I heard was "We are the Robots" and it was rather electrifying. We used to live in Africa back then. So many fond memories.... Still listen to this timeless music today.
Mr. Durden
For me this one came up on an weekly radio show and I was instantly sucked into the groove!! Great to have it back on youtube! Like its all coming back again....
Thaïs Lumpp-Lamkie, GG
A roller coaster of wonderful melodic sounds, the best! So ahead of their time, and timeless now and forever, KRAFTWERK!
Barry Goldrick
Kraftwerk should be given a type of ''Nobel prize'' for their music it's outstanding
like2upload
Absolutely amazing what these guys did in 1981... Almost sounds like an Acid house beat with some early 90's trance sounds... fantastic!
solove700
Maravilhoso!!!!!!Eu amo essa música.....
Mr. Durden
explosion of nineties memories. The riff is quite unique and the beauty is that it has not been overdone!