Radioaktivität
Kraftwe rk Lyrics
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Sellafield, Hiroshima
Tschernobyl, Harrisburgh
Sellafield, Hiroshima
Stop radioactivity
Is in the air for you and me
Stop radioactivity
Chain reaction and mutation
Contaminated population
Stop radioactivity
Is in the air for you and me
Radioactivity
Radioactivity
Tschernobyl, Harrisburgh
Sellafield, Hiroshima
Tschernobyl, Harrisburgh
Sellafield, Hiroshima
Stop radioactivity
Is in the air for you and me
Stop radioactivity
Discovered by Madame Curie
Chain reaction and mutation
Contaminated population
Stop radioactivity
Is in the air for you and me
The lyrics to Kraftwerk's "Radioaktivität" speak to the dangers of radioactivity and its effects on human populations. The repeated lines of "Tschernobyl, Harrisburgh/Sellafield, Hiroshima" reference major nuclear disasters throughout history. The song calls for action to stop radioactivity, which is described as being "in the air for you and me." The lyrics also mention Madame Curie, a famous scientist who discovered radioactivity, further emphasizing the science behind the song's message.
The song's use of repetition and accompanying electronic sounds create a sense of urgency and danger. The lyrics focusing on chain reactions and mutations refer to the scientific process of radioactive decay and its effects on living organisms. The phrase "contaminated population" highlights the human toll of nuclear disasters, emphasizing the idea that radioactivity can have long-lasting effects on people and the environment.
Overall, "Radioaktivität" is a powerful anti-nuclear song that calls for awareness and action in response to the destructive force of radioactivity.
Line by Line Meaning
Tschernobyl, Harrisburgh
The names of cities that have experienced nuclear accidents, emphasizing the dangers of nuclear power.
Sellafield, Hiroshima
Two more locations associated with nuclear energy and bombing that caused human suffering.
Stop radioactivity
The song's main message, that radioactivity is a danger that needs to be stopped.
Is in the air for you and me
Stresses that radioactivity is not confined to nuclear facilities, but also affects everyday people.
Discovered by Madame Curie
Calling attention to the fact that the dangers of radioactivity and its effects were known over a century earlier, suggesting our collective willful ignorance.
Chain reaction and mutation
The scientific ramifications of radioactivity explained.
Contaminated population
The human impact of radioactivity is both physical and psychological, as it affects the general health and future of a population.
Radioactivity
The title of the song, reminds listeners of the lasting impact of radioactivity.
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@krissbell1178
This is, in my mind, the greatest Kraftwerk song ever! To think this was released in 1975 seems remarkable as it still sounds better than the 1991 remixed version. In 1975 i was but 4 - 5 years old. i'm now nearly 45 years old, and still love this origional version of the piece.
@alexb578
I know this one is much more calming
@MrBratkenSolov
it's definitely fresh for its 50 years
@michaelgraves9462
RIP Florian Schneider. You will never be forgotten, Master!!!
@NinhoO378
Kraftwerk e Jean Michel Jarre marcaram minha infancia com suas músicas espacias fantáticas!!!
@berndahrens7021
The true inventors of Techno ! First heard in `'75....heard for a zillionth time in 2020...still spinetingling !! A timeless classic.
@MAGROLA43
Kraftwerk ist die erste und wahre Manifestation der elektronischen Musik in der ganzen Welt, wie wir sie heute kennen! Sie repräsentieren alle modernen Musikstile nach den 70ern und haben Ihren Fingerabdruck in allen Songs nach dieser Zeit, elektronische Musik, Tanzmusik, Funky, Jazz, Gelehrtheit und alle Arten von moderner Musik! Sie sind daher ein Meilenstein der elektronischen Musik in der Welt! Ich identifiziere Kraftwerk mit Ihrem Minimalismus, Einfachheit und wie ein Porträt der meisten Darstellung unserer Wahrnehmung der Welt!
@johanneskim5929
Stimmt und ganz korrekt!!!!!
@halfrutter2226
Excellent early work. If you listen to what else was playing at the time, this was quite remarkable and different. Glad they are still around!
@javidmirza4584
Half Rutter my god, your name.