Good Vibes Bad Vibes
Liv Kristine Lyrics


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Good vibes, bad vibes - dance on the ocean
Man-made insanity's holding me down
Good vibes, bad vibes - a way of locomotion
I can show you, show you all around

Blue light, red light - drink a magic potion
One-track eternity's making me frown
Blue light, red light - bitter, sweet emotion
Won't you send me way up to the underground

Hold tight, uptight waiting for the sunlight
All my enemies are watching me drown
Hold tight, uptight - I'm on the wrong side
I'm on camp site waiting on a silver cloud

Good vibes, bad vibes - dance on the ocean
Man-made insanity's holding me down




Good vibes, bad vibes - a way of locomotion
I can show you, show you all around

Overall Meaning

Liv Kristine's song "Good Vibes Bad Vibes" explores the duality of human emotions and how they can be triggered by external factors. The opening line "Good vibes, bad vibes - dance on the ocean" presents a contrasting image of happiness and sorrow, and how they can coexist in our lives. The phrase "dance on the ocean" suggests the idea of life being unpredictable like waves, and the need for us to adapt to different situations. The line "Man-made insanity's holding me down" indicates how societal norms and expectations can sometimes limit our potential, and create a sense of mental oppression.


The second verse "Blue light, red light - drink a magic potion" draws attention to the concept of escapism, where people often indulge in substances to numb their pain or emotions. The lyrics suggest the feelings of monotony and how life can seem like one continuous cycle. The words "Won't you send me way up to the underground" imply a desire to escape the mundane and explore something new. The chorus repeats again, indicating the cyclical nature of our emotions and how they are influenced by external factors.


The last verse "Hold tight, uptight waiting for the sunlight" conveys a sense of desperation and longing for change. The phrase "All my enemies are watching me drown" suggests a feeling of being isolated and unsupported. The following line "I'm on the wrong side, I'm on campsite waiting on a silver cloud" implies the feeling of being stuck, waiting for a moment of clarity to provide direction. Once again, the chorus repeats, bringing the song full circle and emphasizing the importance of adapting to life's changing tides.


Line by Line Meaning

Good vibes, bad vibes - dance on the ocean
Dance freely not just in good times, but also in difficult times like being on the ocean.


Man-made insanity's holding me down
The craziness created in this world by humans is weighing me down.


Good vibes, bad vibes - a way of locomotion
Whether we have positive or negative emotions, they drive us forward like a way of transportation.


I can show you, show you all around
I can help you see and understand both the good and bad aspects of life.


Blue light, red light - drink a magic potion
Different emotions and experiences can alter our perception of reality like a magical drink.


One-track eternity's making me frown
Feeling stuck on one path for eternity is disheartening.


Blue light, red light - bitter, sweet emotion
Emotions, like bitter and sweet flavors, can sometimes be opposing but always present in our lives.


Won't you send me way up to the underground
Can you show me the way to escape from the normal routine and explore something underground or unconventional?


Hold tight, uptight waiting for the sunlight
I am holding on tightly and tensely, waiting for a glimmer of hope or positivity to appear.


All my enemies are watching me drown
People who oppose us are just waiting for us to fail and be defeated.


Hold tight, uptight - I'm on the wrong side
I am holding on tightly and tensely because I feel like I'm in the wrong place or situation.


I'm on camp site waiting on a silver cloud
I am camping out, waiting for a positive change or opportunity to arise, like a cloud with a silver lining.




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Comments from YouTube:

Lili Rosas

This song is amazing!

Sandra M

Pleasant one:) thank you.