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Construct/Obstruct
Lonely Robot Lyrics
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We build things up, we tear them down, we wonder why the plan is going wrong
It's your dreaming, all you're feeling
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Construct obstruct life, act first then think twice
We build we tear down, construct obstruct now
The sun is shining on the sea today, you're living your life the only way you dream
We have to learn and learn to love, the only truth is that we're humans beingIt's your ending, this you're sending out
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And it may seem funny now and the pale blue dot may struggle on somehow
When you choose to turn and face the other way, you become the lonely robot
more each day
Construct obstruct life, act first then think twice
We build we tear down, construct obstruct now
Construct obstruct you, do that what you do
We build we tear down, construct obstruct now...
The lyrics to Lonely Robot's song Construct/Obstruct are an introspective reflection on the nature of human existence and our propensity to create and destroy. The first verse speaks to the idea that we have a responsibility to pass on our experiences and knowledge to future generations. However, despite our best intentions, we often find ourselves creating and tearing down structures and plans. The chorus emphasizes the cyclical nature of this behavior - we construct, we obstruct, and the cycle repeats. The second verse suggests that while we may dream of living our lives in a certain way, we must also learn to love and accept the reality of our humanity. The bridge reminds us that our actions have consequences and that we can choose to either continue on the same destructive path or to turn and become something better.
Lonely Robot's Construct/Obstruct is ultimately a call for self-awareness and mindful action. By acknowledging our tendency to create and destroy and committing to thinking twice before acting, we can break the cycle of emptiness and become more fully human.
Line by Line Meaning
One fine day upon the rock, you tell yourself to pass the message on
On a particular day, you stand upon a rock and instruct yourself to transmit the message further.
We build things up, we tear them down, we wonder why the plan is going wrong
We create structures and then destroy them, questioning the reason behind the failure of our plan.
It's your dreaming, all you're feeling ()
All that you feel is a result of your own imagination and dreams.
Construct obstruct life, act first then think twice
Our desire to create or destroy something can be a hindrance, resulting in mistakes made from impulsive actions.
We build we tear down, construct obstruct now
Our tendency to create and destroy can result in obstacles that we often overlook.
The sun is shining on the sea today, you're living your life the only way you dream
The sun illuminates the sea while you live according to your own aspirations and desires.
We have to learn and learn to love, the only truth is that we're humans being
We must continue to gain knowledge and understanding, while acknowledging our humanity and mortality.
It's your ending, this you're sending out ()
The end result of our actions is the message we communicate to the world.
And it may seem funny now and the pale blue dot may struggle on somehow
Despite our current situation seeming laughable, our world and its inhabitants continue to persevere.
When you choose to turn and face the other way, you become the lonely robot more each day
Choosing to ignore reality and act in solitude can result in a sense of detachment from the world.
Construct obstruct life, act first then think twice
Our compulsion to create or destroy can lead to unexpected consequences that require introspection.
Construct obstruct you, do that what you do
Our habits and tendencies can inhibit our growth and result in creating obstacles for ourselves.
We build we tear down, construct obstruct now...
Our dual inclination to create and destroy can result in impediments that hinder our progress.
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