House Phone
Kraftwërk Lyrics
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Has been disconnected
The number you have reached
Has been disconnected
The number you have reached
Has been disconnected
The number you have reached
Dial again, dial again
(again, again, again, again)
Dial again, dial again
(again, again, again, again)
Dial again, dial again
(again, again, again, again)
Dial again, dial again
(again, again, again, again)
Dial again, dial again
(again, again, again, again)
Dial again, dial again
(again, again, again, again)
Dial again, dial again
Dial again, again, again, again
Dial again, dial again
Dial again, again, again, again
The song "House Phone" by Kraftwerk is a commentary on technological advancement and how it affects human communication. The lyrics repeat the message "the number you have reached has been disconnected" which can be interpreted in two ways. Firstly, the phrase can be seen as a warning that with the advancement of technology, virtual communication can become a substitute for real human interaction, leading to disconnection and loneliness. Secondly, it can also be seen as a statement of power, indicating that the person taking control of their communication by disconnecting from a particular phone number.
The repetition of the line "Dial again, dial again" creates a sense of frustration, as if the singer is desperately trying to connect with someone but is repeatedly unsuccessful. This can be seen as a reflection of modern society's reliance on technology, where the ease of communication has made people impatient and less willing to invest time in building relationships.
Overall, the lyrics of "House Phone" can be interpreted as a warning against the dangers of over-reliance on technology for communication and the importance of genuine human interaction in maintaining healthy relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
The number you have reached
The phone number you have dialed to make a call
Has been disconnected
The phone number you are trying to reach is no longer in service or not in use
Dial again, dial again
Please try to redial the phone number you have reached earlier
(again, again, again, again)
Multiple times or repeatedly
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