Whitelightgenerator
Ladytron Lyrics


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Live like our own video
What luck to have another turn
High in Victorian England
Away from the smoke and the fire

The mirror you'll see,
Has a memory, special feature
It's falling on you from above
The walker is under the cloud
Out sound like a two minute warning
Falling on you from above

The mirror you'll see,
Has a memory, special feature

The picture you'll see, infatuates me
The mirror you'll see, has a memory

Sisters when hit by the lightning
Wouldn't we talk under these

The mirror you'll see,
Has a memory, special feature





The picture you'll see, infatuates me
The mirror you'll see, has a memory, special feature

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Ladytron's song "White Light Generator" are open to interpretation, but they seem to evoke a sense of nostalgia for a past era, specifically Victorian England. The line "Live like our own video" could be suggesting that we are living in a world where our experiences are constantly being documented and recorded, much like a video. The singer expresses gratitude for having another chance at life, and a desire to live away from the smoke and fire of the industrial revolution that was happening during the Victorian era.


The chorus of the song seems to be referencing a mirror or some sort of reflective surface that has a special feature or memory. This mirror is falling on the singer from above, while they walk under a cloud. It's possible that the mirror represents a metaphorical window to the past, or a portal to some sort of alternate dimension.


The final verses of the song mention lightning striking "sisters", which could be a metaphor for a sudden realization or awakening. The mirror with a special feature is once again referenced, along with a picture that "infatuates" the singer. Overall, the lyrics to "White Light Generator" are open to interpretation, but seem to evoke a sense of longing for a past era and a desire to escape the modern world.


Line by Line Meaning

Live like our own video
We should live our lives like how they are being recorded and watched by others as if we are the main characters in a movie.


What luck to have another turn
It is fortunate for us to have another chance or opportunity to do something.


High in Victorian England
Referring to a time and place in history when British culture and society were at their peak, symbolizing a longing for a time of elegance and refinement.


Away from the smoke and the fire
Being removed from danger or harm, especially in reference to the pollution and chaos of industrialization.


The mirror you'll see, Has a memory, special feature
The reflection in the mirror can recall vivid memories and serve as a unique tool or resource in some way.


It's falling on you from above
Something is descending upon you or impacting you from a higher position or authority.


The walker is under the cloud
The person in motion is being obscured or affected by a negative force or entity.


Our sound like a two minute warning
The warning of an impending event, usually something undesirable or catastrophic, is being sounded by the music or lyrics.


The picture you'll see, Infatuates me
A certain image or representation captivates the artist and sparks their imagination or obsession.


Sisters when hit by the lightning
People we are close to or share a bond with can be struck by something unpredictable or extraordinary, like lightning.


Wouldn't we talk under these
We would find comfort or solace in discussing our experiences and feelings with each other in such situations.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DANIEL HUNT

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