Zombie
Opposition Party Lyrics
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But you're almost dead
Got a chloroformed brain
Inside your head
You're a zombie x2
You cannot think
Your brain's anaesthetised
You're mentally numb
Your mind's tranquillised
Repeat chorus
You're totally will-less
An automaton
You're mindlessly going
Through routine motions
Repeat chorus
Zombie x4
The lyrics of Opposition Party's song Zombie describe someone who seems to be alive but is actually dead inside, displaying no signs of cognitive function or independent thought. The metaphorical "chloroformed brain" suggests that the person has been rendered unconscious or stupefied, unable to engage with the world around them or respond to stimuli.
The repetition of the chorus emphasizes the idea that this person is a zombie - a creature that exists only to follow basic commands and fulfill simple tasks without any higher-level thinking or self-awareness. The use of medical terminology such as "anaesthetised" and "tranquillised" further reinforces this idea, making it clear that the person is not simply disengaged or aloof, but actively and intentionally suppressed.
Ultimately, the lyrics of Zombie feel like a critique of modern society and the way that people can become robotic and unthinking when they are consumed by routine, conformity, or consumerism. The song suggests that we need to wake up, challenge our assumptions, and start actively engaging with the world if we want to avoid becoming zombies ourselves.
Line by Line Meaning
You look alive
You appear functional and conscious
But you're almost dead
But in reality, you lack vitality and liveliness
Got a chloroformed brain
Your brain is numbed by some chemical or mental condition
Inside your head
This state exists within your mind
Chorus
The repeated lines that summarize the theme of the song
You're a zombie x2
You are a person who is mentally and/or physically unresponsive
You cannot think
You are unable to use your cognitive abilities
Your brain's anaesthetised
Your brain is under the effects of an anesthetic
You're mentally numb
Your mental functions are diminished or non-existent
Your mind's tranquillised
Your mind is in a state of calmness, often artificially induced
Repeat chorus
The theme is repeated to emphasize its importance
You're totally will-less
You have no conscious control over your actions and decisions
An automaton
You behave like a machine, without thought or will
You're mindlessly going
You are moving through life without purpose, without conscious decision
Through routine motions
You are following a fixed or habitual pattern of actions
Zombie x4
The repeated refrain indicating the state of being a zombie
Contributed by Jacob C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.