San Francisco coeds Minipop arrive on the scene with their debut record "A New Hope", making music that recalls the Cardigans' effortless pop perfected tunes. Vocalist Tricia Kanne's delicate voice soars over the keyboard laden arrangements and layered guitars creating a lush brand of dream pop. The gorgeous reverie of sound present on the album is highlighted with with a dichotomy of crashing choruses and honeyed vocal arrangements resulting in a remarkably rich collection of songs. Already having toured with the likes of Midlake, Tokyo Police Club and Stellastarr, Minipop exploded onto the Bay Area music scene in 2005 and quickly caught the attention of peers, fans, and critics alike. S.F. tastemaker and Live 105 music director Aaron Axelson named their single "Like I Do" one of his favorite singles featured on his "Soundcheck" program and a band to watch in 2007. "Like I Do" is one of the hottest tracks in the world right now... "
Generator
Minipop Lyrics
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Communications breaking down while empires fall
Thousands crossing over in a race with the sun
Crawling on each other like the end of days have come
All that I can think of is how to get to you
Reassured that you're the one always gets me through
Generator
Holding on on our way down so not to fall
Reaching for the breakers switches on a wall
Clutching onto matches candles that you brought
Remember when you told me how much you love the dark
All that I can say for sure is that we've come this far
Rest assured that you're the one who always holds my heart
Generator
Generator
The song "Generator" by Minipop tells a story that seems to describe a situation where everything is crumbling and falling apart. The lights are flickering and fading, communication is breaking down, and empires are falling. It's a time of chaos and confusion, and people are crawling on top of each other as if the world is ending. Despite all of this, the singer is only thinking about getting to someone they care about, someone who always gets them through tough times. The chorus is simple but powerful, with the repeated word "generator" suggesting that this person is the source of the singer's strength and energy.
The second verse carries on this theme, with the singer describing holding on tight to avoid falling and reaching for switches on a wall. The lyrics become more specific when the singer mentions matches and candles, and remembers the person they care about saying how much they love the dark. This seems to suggest that, despite the chaos and uncertainty all around, there is still comfort and love to be found in the darkness. Once again, the chorus brings it all back to the central idea that the person they care about is the generator that keeps them going.
Line by Line Meaning
Lights flicker then they fade and nothing at all
The sudden loss of light symbolizes the fall of empires and the lack of meaning in life.
Communications breaking down while empires fall
As empires crumble, so does our ability to communicate with each other, leading to a breakdown in society.
Thousands crossing over in a race with the sun
People are in a constant struggle with time, rushing to do everything they need to do before the day is over.
Crawling on each other like the end of days have come
In times of crisis, people may turn on each other in desperation, feeling like the world is coming to an end.
All that I can think of is how to get to you
Despite the chaos, the singer's only focus is trying to reach their loved one for solace and support.
Reassured that you're the one always gets me through
The singer finds comfort in the fact that their loved one is always there to help them through tough times.
Holding on on our way down so not to fall
Trying to stay afloat in difficult times, the singer clings on to hope with all their might.
Reaching for the breakers switches on a wall
In dark times, the singer desperately searches for a way to turn the lights back on and restore order.
Clutching onto matches candles that you brought
The singer holds on to small comforts and memories that remind them of their loved one and happier times.
Remember when you told me how much you love the dark
Even in darkness, the singer's loved one found beauty and meaning, giving the singer hope in tough times.
All that I can say for sure is that we've come this far
Despite all the struggles, the singer takes comfort in the fact that they have made it through previous hardships and will continue to do so.
Rest assured that you're the one who always holds my heart
The singer's loved one is the one constant in their life, providing comfort and love throughout all the chaos and uncertainty.
Generator
The electric generator represents the idea of finding light and power amongst the darkness and chaos of life.
Generator
Repeating the word reinforces the idea of relying on inner strength and resilience to push through difficult times.
Contributed by Miles V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.