Computerwelt
Kraftwërk Lyrics
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Interpol and Deutsche Bank, FBI and Scotland Yard
Business, numbers, money, people
Business, numbers, money, people
Computer world
Computer world
Interpol and Deutsche Bank, FBI and Scotland Yard
Interpol and Deutsche Bank, FBI and Scotland Yard
Business, numbers, money, people
Business, numbers, money, people
Computer world
Computer world
Interpol and Deutsche Bank, FBI and Scotland Yard
Interpol and Deutsche Bank, FBI and Scotland Yard
Crime, travel, communication, entertainment
Crime, travel, communication, entertainment
Computer world
Computer world
The lyrics of Kraftwerk's "Computerwelt" depict the rise of the computer age and its impact on various aspects of society including business, law enforcement, and entertainment. In the first verse, the song lists institutions like Interpol, Deutsche Bank, FBI, and Scotland Yard, which symbolize the importance of computers in the fields of finance and law enforcement. The second verse emphasizes the central role that computers play in facilitating everyday life, such as travel and entertainment.
The repetition of the phrase "Computer world" reinforces the message that computers have become integral to all aspects of modern life. The chorus thus implies a devotion to a world controlled by computers, and an affirmation that we are already living in the "Computer world". The chorus is also sung in a monotone, robotic voice, further emphasizing the idea of machines taking over and ruling day-to-day life.
In summary, "Computerwelt" is a cautionary tale about the rise of technology and its potential to dominate humanity. By referencing the important institutions of Interpol, Deutsche Bank, FBI and Scotland Yard, the song suggests that computers have penetrated deep into our society and cannot be ignored.
Line by Line Meaning
Interpol and Deutsche Bank, FBI and Scotland Yard
The various entities that regulate and control different aspects of society, such as law enforcement and banking institutions.
Business, numbers, money, people
The fundamental components of society that are driven by economic interests and financial gain.
Computer world
The interconnected digital universe that has become a central component of modern society.
Interpol and Deutsche Bank, FBI and Scotland Yard
The various entities that regulate and control different aspects of society, such as law enforcement and banking institutions.
Business, numbers, money, people
The fundamental components of society that are driven by economic interests and financial gain.
Computer world
The interconnected digital universe that has become a central component of modern society.
Interpol and Deutsche Bank, FBI and Scotland Yard
The various entities that regulate and control different aspects of society, such as law enforcement and banking institutions.
Crime, travel, communication, entertainment
The key facets of society that have been transformed by the digital revolution and now rely on technology to function.
Computer world
The interconnected digital universe that has become a central component of modern society.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: EMIL SCHULT, RALF HUETTER, FLORIAN SCHNEIDER-ESLEBEN, KARL BARTOS
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@axisoffeeble
Back in 1982, when I was 12 years old, I bought this record, having been told by a hip school teacher that these guys were the godfathers of techno-pop... Literally a second after I dropped the needle on the record, I let out an involuntary yelp of amazement -- I'd heard all kinds of "New Wave" techno-pop (Thomas Dolby, Depeche Mode, OMD, etc.) but this shit was the REAL DEAL. These guys didn't build up any soft, spacy, gauzy "intro," they just launched right into the hardcore beats. Wow.
@remcoalexanderfusco2569
...this is among the epic albums of electronic music; along with Mensch Machine the founding fathers of techno avant la lettre
@schlonzschuppe4516
ich glaube so ging es uns allen. schön dass wir diese generation sind und es erleben durften am tag als die platte rauskam.
@adolfnoise4673
They made at least 4 albums that were soft spacy gauzy intros before this, so been there, done that.
@pequenogato12
Love this comment.
@martinpruckl8091
Kraftwerk was the Time for wards of all..
@Bobklijn
This is their most doomy, but also foreseeing album lyrically. In todays light of the digital world and how things have irrevocably changed regarding human interaction, I sometimes have to cry on this one. Also Ralf Hutter being the master of deadpan vocal delivery in his native language is way better than the more commercial English version..❤❤
@1893hattorihanzo
this band was 40 years ahead of their time unbelievable,unique, the first and best techno band ever
@TheNavalAviator
Kraftwerk are true visionaries! In 1981 they made this song on a topic that only entered the public discourse in the 2010's.
@LordAJ12345
2010s is an overstatement, by then computers were already omnipresent. They were perhaps 10 years early but not much more.