After a while he felt that only spinning tracks from other producers just didn’t satisfy him anymore. He had a lot of ideas and creativity that he was dying to let out, so he started producing somewhere in 2003.
When he accidentally switched record bags with some guys at a gig, who happened to be the owners of a small Dutch hardstyle label called Special Records, this resulted in his first release in 2006.
Having had a taste of releasing my tracks on vinyl, he spends even more time on developing his skills and sound as a producer. After a release on the Italian label Droppin' Beats, he got into contact with Arjen and Anco Timmermans, better known as the Alphatwins. The Ran-D sound and A2-records were a perfect match.
Zombie
Ran-D Lyrics
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Child is slowly taken
When the violence calls in silence
Who are we mistaken
But you see, it's not me
It's not my family
In your head, in your head
With their tanks, and their bombs
And their bombs, and their guns
In your head, in your head
They are crying
In your head
In your head
Zombie, zombie
Zombie-ie-ie
What's in your head?
In your head
Zombie, zombie
Zombie-ie-ie
What's in your head?
Another mother's breakin'
Heart is takin' over
When the violence calls in silence
We must be mistaken
It's the same old theme
Since 1916
In your head, in your head
They're still fighting
With their tanks, and their bombs
And their bombs, and their guns
In your head, in your head
They are dying
What's in your head?
In your head
Zombie, zombie
Zombie-ie-ie
What's in your head?
In your head
Zombie, zombie
Zombie-ie-ie
What's in your head?
What's in your head?
What's in your head?
What's in your head?
The lyrics of Ran-D's "Zombie" reflect on the ongoing violence and conflict that prevails in our society. The first verse speaks of a child being taken away slowly as another head hangs lowly, indicating the sorrow and despair present in the situation. The violence, which calls in silence, is causing confusion and wreaking havoc in the minds of people, leading them to believe that there is a mistake in who they are fighting against.
The next verse highlights the use of destructive weapons like tanks, bombs, and guns in the ongoing war. The lyrics suggest that this fighting and crying are taking place in your head, implying that the war and its impact are so profound that they are ingrained in our psyche, affecting us deeply. The chorus repeats the word "zombie," indicating that the actions of war turn us into mindless beings consumed by fighting and violence, leading to our ultimate destruction.
The final verse brings attention to the fact that the theme of the fighting is the same as it was in 1916, suggesting that the conflict has been ongoing for generations. The phrase "with their tanks, and their bombs, and their bombs, and their guns" repeatedly emphasizes the impact of violence, with the lyrics ultimately asking, "What's in your head?". The repetition of this question reflects on the idea that war affects us on profound levels, impacting our psyche and leading to chaos.
* "Zombie" was released in 2017 by Dutch hardstyle artist Ran-D.
* The song found success in the Netherlands, Belgium, and Poland, reaching the top 10 on various music charts.
* The track samples a cover version of "Zombie" by Irish rock band The Cranberries.
* The Cranberries' original version of "Zombie" was released in 1994 and was written about the IRA bombings in Warrington, England, that killed two children.
* The song was written as a tribute to Dolores O'Riordan, the lead singer of The Cranberries, who passed away in 2018.
* The music video for "Zombie" features clips of war and violence interspersed with shots of Ran-D performing the track.
* The song's lyrics were praised for their insightful commentary on the impact of war and violence on society.
* "Zombie" has been featured in various hardstyle music festivals and events, including Defqon.1 and Qlimax.
* The track has been remixed by various artists in the hardstyle genre, including Gunz for Hire and Brennan Heart.
* The chords for "Zombie" are not readily available and may require transcribing the song by ear or contacting the artist for the sheet music.
Chords: Unfortunately, the chords for this song are not readily available.
Line by Line Meaning
Another head hangs lowly
Someone has been dejected and broken down by their circumstances
Child is slowly taken
Innocence is being lost and the young are being taken advantage of
When the violence calls in silence
Violence is present even when it's not immediately visible
Who are we mistaken
We are unsure about who is truly behind the violence
But you see, it's not me
The artist is distancing themselves from the violence
It's not my family
The singer is also distancing their family from the violence
In your head, in your head
The violence is a mental construct or idea
They are fighting
People are engaged in a violent conflict
With their tanks, and their bombs
The violence is taking place with heavy weaponry
And their guns
The violence is also being perpetrated with firearms
They are crying
Those involved in the violence are grieving the loss of life
Zombie, zombie
The violence turns people into lifeless, undead creatures
What's in your head?
What thoughts are consuming your mind?
Another mother's breakin'
Another parent is going through the pain of losing their child
Heart is takin' over
Emotions are overwhelming the singer
We must be mistaken
The artist is uncertain about the true cause of the violence
It's the same old theme
Violent conflict has been going on for many years
Since 1916
The beginning of a long history of conflict
They're still fighting
The violence continues to rage on
They are dying
People are losing their lives in the conflict
What's in your head?
What thoughts are weighing you down?
What's in your head?
What thoughts are causing you to lose focus on reality?
What's in your head?
What ideas or concepts are shaping your worldview?
Lyrics © CONSALAD CO., Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Dolores Mary O'Riordan
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Another head hangs lowly
Child is slowly taken
When the violence calls in silence
Who are we mistaken
But you see
It's not me
It's not my, family
In your head, in your head, they are fighting
With their tanks, and their bombs
And their bombs, and their guns
In your head
In your head
They are crying
In your head
In your head
Zombie, Zombie, Zombie-ie-ie
What's in your head
In your head
Zombie, Zombie, Zombie-ie-ie
What's in your head
Another mother's breaking
Heart is taken over
When the violence calls in silence
We must be mistaken
It's the same old theme
Since nineteen-sixteen
In your head
In your head
They're still fighting
With their tanks, and their bombs
And their bombs, and their guns
In your head, in your head, they are dying
What's in your head, in your head
Zombie, Zombie, Zombie-ie-ie
What's in your head, in your head
Zombie, Zombie, Zombie-ie-ie
What's in your head
What's in your head
@geirokoiv
Who's listening to this masterpiece in 2024 ?
@Solounramdom508
Me
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everyday non stop
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Yo en latino....
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Who's listening to this masterpiece in 2021?
HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!🥳
@maikpothmann4663
I do i do i like this song so much😍😍😍😁😁
@chantelleatkinson543
I love this song and this version wow its awesome
@cncpasse7559
I do, i hear the last days a lot of ran d because that makes me feel party, people, fun and all what makes the live better. I miss the time were we made party every week