Porridge Radio released their debut album 'Rice, Pasta and other fillers' in August 2016 on limited edition cassette and as a free download.
Porridge Radio is part of Memorials of Distinction, a Brighton based label.
Pop Song
Porridge Radio Lyrics
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I've got nowhere to be
I'm lonely, oh
I'm lonely, oh
And take me back to bed
And shoot me in the head
And don't let all this
And when did all this
And I'm not coming home, no, I'm never coming back
You'll miss me when I'm gone, but I'm never coming back
I'm rotten at my core
I'm ugly deep inside
My bitterness subsides sometimes for a while
But I'm jealous to my core, so I'm never coming back
The waves keep rolling in
I'm never coming back
And where was home to you?
And where did you feel safe?
And where was home to you?
What kind of place?
And where was home to you? (And I'm not coming home)
And where did you feel safe? (I'm not coming home)
A warm and gentle place (and I'm not coming home)
A place where you feel safe (I'm not coming home)
And where was home to you? (I'm not coming home)
And where did you feel safe? (I'm not coming home)
A warm and gentle place (I'm not coming home)
A place where you feel safe (I'm not coming home)
And where was home to you?
And where did you feel safe?
And where was home to you?
What kind of place?
And please make me feel safe
And please make me feel safe
And please make me feel safe
And please make me feel safe
The lyrics of Porridge Radio's song "Pop Song" delve into themes of loneliness, self-doubt, and the search for a place of safety and belonging. The repeated plea of "Oh, won't you take me home?" reflects a deep yearning for comfort and connection. The singer feels lost and isolated, expressing their loneliness with the repetition of the phrase "I'm lonely, oh."
The second verse takes a darker turn, with the desire for escape evolving into a wish for self-destruction. The lines "And take me back to bed / And shoot me in the head" evoke a feeling of despair and a desire for release from emotional pain. However, this destructive impulse is contrasted with the acknowledgment that the bitterness and jealousy within them will prevent them from ever finding their way back home.
The chorus continues to reinforce the idea of not returning home, emphasizing that the singer will not come back because they are "rotten at my core" and "ugly deep inside." These self-deprecating thoughts are an expression of inner turmoil and self-hatred. The waves rolling in symbolize the continuous flow of life and experiences, but the singer remains resolute in their decision to never return.
The last section of the song repeats the question of where home is and where one feels safe, possibly indicating a longing for a place of security and peace. The plea to "please make me feel safe" reflects a yearning for someone or something to provide a sense of protection and comfort.
Overall, "Pop Song" captures the complex emotions of loneliness, self-destructive tendencies, and the search for a place of safety and belonging. It highlights the pain of feeling isolated and the longing for a connection that can provide solace and understanding.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, won't you take me home?
Please bring me to a place where I belong and feel at ease.
I've got nowhere to be
I feel lost and without a purpose.
I'm lonely, oh
I feel deeply isolated and yearn for connection.
And take me back to bed
Bring me back to a state of comfort and security.
And shoot me in the head
Metaphorically release me from my mental distress and anguish.
And don't let all this
I hope to escape from the overwhelming pressure and responsibilities.
And when did all this
I wonder at what point everything became so overwhelming and unbearable.
And I'm not coming home, no, I'm never coming back
I have no intention of returning to a place or situation that causes me pain.
You'll miss me when I'm gone, but I'm never coming back
Although I know I may be missed, I have decided to leave permanently.
I'm rotten at my core
I acknowledge that my inner self is corrupted and disturbed.
I'm ugly deep inside
I carry a sense of ugliness or unworthiness within.
My bitterness subsides sometimes for a while
Occasionally, my deep-seated resentment lessens temporarily.
But I'm jealous to my core, so I'm never coming back
My intense envy and insecurity prevent me from ever returning.
The waves keep rolling in
Troubles and challenges continue to come my way.
And where was home to you?
I wonder what place provided comfort and a sense of belonging to you.
And where did you feel safe?
Tell me about the environment where you experienced security.
A warm and gentle place
A location characterized by a welcoming and soothing atmosphere.
A place where you feel safe
A space where you feel protected and at ease.
And please make me feel safe
I implore someone to help me experience a sense of security.
And please make me feel safe
I repeat my plea for reassurance and comfort.
And please make me feel safe
Once again, I yearn for someone to provide a feeling of safety.
And please make me feel safe
Continuously, I ask for support and protection.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Dana Hannah Margolin
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Abby
Im here to remind you that life is worth living no matter how difficult it gets, there will be light.
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Jobless,cant keep asking for help to my old man he is a 72 old man, i dont want be homeless .. so is the end for me. Srry
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@gaira86 hey man i hope you're good man. things will get better fr
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bonito tema muy suave
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