pocketcalculator
Kraftwërk Lyrics
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With my pocket calculator
I'm the operator
With my pocket calculator
I am adding
And subtracting
I'm controlling
I'm the operator
With my pocket calculator
I'm the operator
With my pocket calculator
I am adding
And subtracting
I'm controlling
And composing
By pressing down a special key
It plays a little melody
By pressing down a special key
It plays a little melody
I'm the operator
With my pocket calculator
I'm the operator
With my pocket calculator
Kraftwerk's song "Pocket Calculator" presents a unique interpretation of the role of technology as it explores the notion of a pocket calculator as an extension of the human body. The lyrics convey the idea that the calculator, treated as a device that replaces the human brain, enhances the abilities of the operator. The repeated line "I'm the operator with my pocket calculator" emphasizes the detached and autonomous identity of the operator. The verse "I am adding and subtracting, I'm controlling and composing" further supports the idea that the calculator serves as an extension of the mind, facilitating mathematical calculations, and enabling the user to create new compositions.
The verse "By pressing down a special key, it plays a little melody" demonstrates how the pocket calculator can also serve as an artistic tool, enhancing the ability of the operator to create music. The little melody, played by a press of the key, highlights how the calculator can be used to produce creative and unique sounds. This reference to music production is a reflection of Kraftwerk's fascination with electronic music and the role of technology in the creation of music.
In summary, Kraftwerk's "Pocket Calculator" presents a creative and insightful interpretation of the role of technology in our lives, presenting the potential of the pocket calculator as an extension of the body in various domains, from mathematics to music.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm the operator
I am the person in charge of the operation
With my pocket calculator
Using my small, handheld device for computations
I am adding
I am performing the process of addition
And subtracting
In addition to addition, I am also performing subtraction
I'm controlling
I am in control of the calculation process
And composing
I am arranging and organizing the mathematical equations
By pressing down a special key
Through the action of pressing a unique button
It plays a little melody
It creates a small musical tune
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: EMIL SCHULT, RALF HUETTER, KARL BARTOS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@squarehypotenuse
Mr. Krabs: "Play that song again, the one that goes beep boop boop bop"
@Feedbach
Mr Krabs?
@markfalkner7422
crinklycracks hahahahaha yes!!!!
@fivesquaredyt2521
crinklycracks 169 likes
@BBC600
Md Ariffin It’s a reference to an animated television program called SpongeBob Squarepants...
@jeshkam
Sounds like Miles Davis to me lol
@axelvetter
I saw Kraftwerk playing in Düsseldorf, their home city, in 1991. When a new song started they played just the rhythm track and handed out self-made boxes on cables to the audience. My friend went "These are the pocket calculators!". From far they looked like them, yes, and pressing a key played a sample or a short melody. People in the audience jammed for a minute or so and then passed them on the next guy. "Everyone can make music" said one of the Kraftwerk musicians. The audience proved he was right.
@TylerTheBuilder
YYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS that is me right there right now, Im jamming with this song on my synthesizer right now. And its a headbanger xD
@jameshollingworth1607
Wish I could of been there!, I've seen loads of live Kraftwerk live concerts but wish I'd of gone to one when I was in my teens!, but still thank "The Lord" we can see & here them at the touch of a button! Jim York UK.
@NormAppleton
When you you press a special key it plays a litle mellody. Ain't that grand.