W, Planningtorock's critically acclaimed 2011 debut on DFA, revealed a visionary and politicised producer. It offered up deeply queered art-pop – tense, atmospheric dance music cut with classical flourishes, and spell-binding androgyny. But it was 2014’s All Love's Legal (“a masterclass in left-of-centre dance music”, Mixmag), released on Rostron's own imprint Human Level, where Planningtorock, with banner-ready slogans (‘ Patriarchy Over And Out’, ‘ Let's Talk About Gender Baby’), revealed their ability to combine pop-oriented music with a political message. Powerhouse offers up something infinitely more personal: emotionally-charged, biographical anthems drawn from Rostron’s lived experiences as a non-binary genderqueer artist, experiences around family, identity and music itself.
Living It Out
Planningtorock Lyrics
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Shine, touch me
Zoo, my head's on fire
Shake all
Shine, touch me
(x8) We're living it up
We're living it in
We're living it out
Zoo, my head's on fire
Shake all
Shine, touch me
(x8) We're living it up
We're living it down
We're living it in
We're living it out
(x8) Living it up
Living it down
Living it in
I'm living it out
The lyrics of "Living It Out" by Planningtorock are repetitious but catchy. They describe a sense of exploration and experimentation with one's identity, emotions, and sensations. The line "Zoo, my head's on fire" could possibly allude to feeling overwhelmed or confused by different thoughts, emotions, or sensory experiences. The two imperative statements that follow - "Shake all, shine, touch me" - might be interpreted as a plea to loosen up and let go of inhibitions in order to fully embrace life and feel alive. The repetition of the chorus - "We're living it up, we're living it down, we're living it in, we're living it out" - reinforces the idea that life is a spectrum of experiences, and one should not shy away from any of them.
The song could be seen as an anthem for self-discovery and self-expression. The lines "Living it up, living it down, living it in, I'm living it out" suggest a bold commitment to living life on one's own terms, without fear of judgment or regret. The combination of electronic beats and the artist's baritone voice adds a sense of urgency and intensity to the song, making it an effective mood-setter for a night of revelry or introspection.
Overall, "Living It Out" encourages listeners to embrace their unique identities and explore the many facets of life, rather than conforming to societal norms or expectations. It's a rallying cry for living boldly and vibrantly.
Line by Line Meaning
Shake all
Let go of inhibitions and embrace the moment
Shine, touch me
Desire for physical and emotional connection
Zoo, my head's on fire
Feeling overwhelmed with emotions
We're living it up
Enjoying life to the fullest
We're living it down
Dealing with the consequences of our choices
We're living it in
Finding contentment in the present moment
We're living it out
Expressing ourselves freely and authentically
Living it up
Continuously seeking enjoyment and excitement
Living it down
Acknowledging and learning from mistakes
Living it in
Finding satisfaction in the present and avoiding distractions
I'm living it out
Being true to oneself and following personal values and beliefs
Contributed by Jackson R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.