Metropolis
Motörhead Lyrics


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Metropolis, the worlds collide
Ain't nobody could be on your side
I don't care
I don't care, oh

Metropolis is something new
Ain't nobody got their eye on you
I don't care
It's nowhere, hey

Metropolis, the worlds collide
Ain't nobody on the other side




I don't care
I'm not there, ah

Overall Meaning

The opening lyrics of Motorhead's song Metropolis, make it clear that this song is not just any ordinary rock song. The lyrics suggest a world of chaos where nothing is certain and no one can be trusted. The metaphorical use of "Metropolis" to describe the world suggests a place where different cultures, beliefs, and opinions clash, creating a sense of confusion and chaos. The use of repetition, especially in the lines "Metropolis, the worlds collide, Ain't nobody could be on your side," reinforces the bleak view of the world as a divided place where no one escapes unscathed.


The chorus of the song, "I don't care, I don't care, oh" adds a layer of nihilism to the already dark song, suggesting that the singer has given up on finding solace or meaning in the world. The overall tone of the song is gritty, aggressive, and pessimistic as the lyrics explore the struggles of the human condition, the corruption and greed of society, and the personal struggles of individuals trying to survive in a brutal world.


Line by Line Meaning

Metropolis, the worlds collide
A reference to the urban metropolis where various cultures and lifestyles converge and intersect.


Ain't nobody could be on your side
In a big, fast-paced city like this, one can feel isolated or unsupported by others.


I don't care
The singer is indifferent to the lack of support and acknowledges that it's just the way things are.


I don't care, oh
Re-emphasizing the artist's apathy towards the situation, especially in light of the intense energy of the city.


Metropolis is something new
The city is constantly changing and evolving, with new trends and technologies emerging constantly.


Ain't nobody got their eye on you
Despite the city's bustle and activity, people can still feel like they're not being noticed or valued by others.


I don't care
The singer is still unconcerned with this lack of recognition or attention from others.


It's nowhere, hey
The artist sees the vastness and anonymity of the city as a potential negative, a place where one can easily get lost or forgotten.


Ain't nobody on the other side
Feeling unconnected to others in the city, the artist perceives a sense of alienation or division between themselves and the rest of society.


I don't care
Once again, the artist expresses their apathy towards the lack of connection in the city.


I'm not there, ah
The singer paradoxically acknowledges the physical presence in the city while also indicating a sense of being detached or removed from the city's pulse and culture.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, ONErpm
Written by: EDWARD ALAN CLARKE, IAN FRASER KILMINSTER, PHILIP JOHN TAYLOR

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Comments from YouTube:

@Totentanz2440

This is such an underrated track despite being on their second biggest album, it just goes to show how killer the whole album is!

@user-bw8xg8br2n

FIRST biggest album (imho)

@BrianYoungauthor

No, none are underrated you mook. Sigh...

@Comica863

Who says its the second biggest album, FUCK YOU

@compactedponderer

I love this one! It's Motorheads most Hawkwind sounding track. Right down to Lemmy's outro.

@rogers8085

These guitars are siiiick

@kainhall

the drums are sick!

@TheBcoolGuy

It's pretty bright. Different from a lot of their other songs. It's good, though. A little more relaxed, happy, hopeful.

@xhannesx8881

I love MOTÖRHEAD so much !!

@RedGoldGreen-Dub

Good track. this is my favourite record by Them, well one of them 😎🤘

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