Digital
R.O.C.K.E.T. Lyrics
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Look at that Bobby Digital in the lobby
Shout out to Bobby Digital
Ayy, dog, ruby yacht
What else we gon' do now? We gon' do somethin' nice and simple
It is? That's my religion too
Alright, we gon' do, I'm gon' do a poem now
The title of the poem is "Hallelujah, I Love Jazz"
Dark openly, gamma rays washed over me
Fidgets with hidden crest
The fickle house guest giving heartfelt thanks
Titanic sank 'cause black people weren't allowed on it
How's that for power?
Spirits get hungry and credentials get devoured
Halfway there, they feelin' laissez-faire
Personally, I'm more hands on, stand strong
As a late evening doppio
Long face at the supermercado
Merriment stammer lopside
Coded messages on gamma ferric oxide
I'm a terrorist with a mock Mai Tai
Blissed out on the sunset
Askin' my son, "are you having fun yet?"
He grins loudly, how his granny did
We be black as some mission figs
Flourishing future to past
And that's what the mission is
Remain unashamed to be sensitive
As such is the first stage of vigilance
As such is the first stage of vigilance
As such is the first stage of vigilance
To be sensitive, dig
Two weeks after turning 19
I gave birth to my first born, my son
Four months later, I had my first panic attack
I remember lying down
I remember putting my son down, unable to catch my breath
Ashy as my turban is
Bad mood, citing atmospheric disturbances
Detritus and oil fields
Place littered with human shields
Hosts for delinquents
I'm just tryin' to remember the next pose in the sequence
Six four and my back hurts
Mixmaster wrote the passwords
Known for choppin' samples and evading capture
Obnoxious laughter, jazz and rapture
A structured approach to letting go
Coached from your very own stereo
Chest feeling so tight and just lying on the bed crying
Certain I'm fast about to die
"The Spring Cricket Considers the Question of Negritude"
I was playing my tunes all by myself
I didn't know anybody else who could play along
Sure, the tunes were sad, but sweet too
And wouldn't come until the day gave out
You know that way the sky has of dangling her last bright wisps?
That's when the ache would bloom inside until I couldn't wait
I knelt down to scrape myself clean
And didn't care who heard
The lyrics to R.O.C.K.E.T.'s song "Digital" are quite abstract and open to interpretation. The first few lines reference caramel toffees and Bobby Digital in the lobby, which could be seen as frivolous and lighthearted, but then the lyrics take a darker turn. The next few lines describe the singer being "washed over" by gamma rays and feeling like a "house guest" who is grateful but fickle. The reference to the Titanic sinking because black people weren't allowed on it is a sharp critique of systemic racism and highlights the power dynamics at play in society. The singer seems to be grappling with their own sense of powerlessness as well, describing how "spirits get hungry and credentials get devoured" and how halfway through a task, they feel "laissez-faire."
The last few lines are particularly poignant, describing the singer's struggle with panic attacks and the toll it takes on her physically and emotionally. The juxtaposition of this personal struggle with the larger societal issues mentioned earlier creates a sense of tension and urgency. The final lines, about kneeling down to scrape oneself clean, have a sense of catharsis and acceptance, as if the singer has come to terms with their own vulnerability.
Overall, "Digital" is a complex and thought-provoking song that touches on a variety of themes and emotions.
Line by Line Meaning
Caramel toffees
Starting off sweet and enjoyable.
Look at that Bobby Digital in the lobby
Acknowledging and giving a shout out to Bobby Digital.
Shout out to Bobby Digital
Showing appreciation and giving props to Bobby Digital once again.
Ayy, dog, ruby yacht
Expressing excitement or enthusiasm, perhaps about a luxurious lifestyle or a desirable object.
What else we gon' do now? We gon' do somethin' nice and simple
Switching gears and proposing a more laid-back or easygoing approach.
It is? That's my religion too
Agreeing with or relating to a certain viewpoint, potentially a spiritual or philosophical one.
Alright, we gon' do, I'm gon' do a poem now
Transitioning to a new activity or creative endeavor.
The title of the poem is "Hallelujah, I Love Jazz"
Announcing the theme or subject matter of the forthcoming poem.
Dark openly, gamma rays washed over me
Experiencing a profound or intense sensation, potentially of radiation or exposure to something powerful.
Fidgets with hidden crest
Nervous or uneasy movements or gestures, perhaps reflecting an inner discomfort or lack of confidence.
The fickle house guest giving heartfelt thanks
Expressing gratitude, but with a sense of fickleness or insincerity.
Titanic sank 'cause black people weren't allowed on it
Commenting on a historical injustice or tragedy related to systemic racism.
How's that for power?
Using sarcasm to point out the absurdity or hypocrisy of a situation.
Spirits get hungry and credentials get devoured
Highlighting the fleeting and ephemeral nature of worldly goods or achievements, and the importance of tending to one's spiritual needs.
Halfway there, they feelin' laissez-faire
Noting a potentially complacent or casual attitude towards a goal or objective.
Personally, I'm more hands on, stand strong
Touting one's own preferred approach or work ethic.
As a late evening doppio
Referencing a specific type of coffee or beverage, perhaps to evoke a certain mood or vibe.
Long face at the supermercado
Describing a facial expression that conveys disappointment or dissatisfaction, potentially in a mundane or everyday setting.
Merriment stammer lopside
Describing a feeling of joy or merriment, but with a sense of unevenness or disjointedness.
Coded messages on gamma ferric oxide
Alluding to some sort of encrypted or mysterious communication, potentially involving advanced technology or scientific knowledge.
I'm a terrorist with a mock Mai Tai
Using humor to present oneself as a non-threatening or playful figure, despite an intimidating sounding title or label.
Blissed out on the sunset
Experiencing a profound and positive emotional response to a natural phenomenon, such as a beautiful view of the sunset.
Askin' my son, "are you having fun yet?"
Checking in with a loved one or family member, perhaps to gauge their emotional state or enjoyment of a shared activity.
He grins loudly, how his granny did
Describing a joyful or infectious smile, reminiscent of a family member or older relative.
We be black as some mission figs
Affirming one's identity and heritage as part of the Black community, using a metaphor involving a type of fruit.
Flourishing future to past
Looking ahead and behind at the same time, perhaps reflecting on the cyclical nature of history or personal growth.
And that's what the mission is
Summarizing the ultimate goal or purpose of one's actions or beliefs.
Remain unashamed to be sensitive
Encouraging a positive attitude towards vulnerability, empathy, and emotional openness.
As such is the first stage of vigilance
Suggesting that an emotional or spiritual vigilance is necessary for personal growth and awareness.
To be sensitive, dig
Encouraging the listener to embrace a sensitive or introspective mindset.
Two weeks after turning 19
Beginning a personal anecdote or reflection on a specific time in one's life.
I gave birth to my first born, my son
Revealing a significant life event and the experience of becoming a parent for the first time.
Four months later, I had my first panic attack
Describing a difficult and stressful experience related to mental health and anxiety.
I remember lying down
Recalling a specific moment or image from the panic attack experience.
I remember putting my son down, unable to catch my breath
Describing a difficult and traumatic moment of feeling overwhelmed, potentially related to parental responsibilities and mental health challenges at the same time.
Ashy as my turban is
Referencing a cultural garment or tradition, while also implying a sense of neglect, age, or sadness or negativity from the current situation.
Bad mood, citing atmospheric disturbances
Expressing a negative emotional state, while also attributing it to external factors such as weather or environment.
Detritus and oil fields
Describing a potentially desolate or barren landscape, where natural resources or wealth have been extracted in a harmful or unsustainable way.
Place littered with human shields
Observing a violent or conflict-ridden region, where civilians are caught in the middle or targeted as part of a larger strategy.
Hosts for delinquents
Referring to a group or community as being taken advantage of or exploited by outsiders.
I'm just tryin' to remember the next pose in the sequence
Describing a sense of distraction or preoccupation, potentially in a creative or artistic context.
Six four and my back hurts
Referencing a specific height and a physical ailment, perhaps as part of an overall sense of malaise or dissatisfaction.
Mixmaster wrote the passwords
Referencing a musical technique or tool, while also implying a sense of separation or exclusivity, as those with access to certain knowledge or resources have power over others.
Known for choppin' samples and evading capture
Describing someone who is skilled or knowledgeable in a particular area, while also emphasizing their elusiveness or the potential risks they face.
Obnoxious laughter, jazz and rapture
Referencing particular types of emotional or sensory experiences, potentially in relation to music or creativity.
A structured approach to letting go
Describing a paradoxical situation where an intentional or strategic approach is needed to achieve a seemingly spontaneous or liberating result.
Coached from your very own stereo
Suggesting that internal resources, such as faith or personal beliefs, can act as a guide or mentor in one's life journey.
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Written by: Rory Allen Philip Ferreira
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