Disturbia
Rhianna/Rihanna Lyrics
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Bum-bum-be-dum-bum-bum-be-dum-bum (why do I feel like this?)
Bum-bum-be-dum-bum-bum-be-dum-bum (I'm going crazy now)
Bum-bum-be-dum-bum-bum-be-dum-bum
No more gas in the rig
Can't even get it started
Nothing heard, nothing said
Out my life, out my head
Don't want to think about it
Feels like I'm going insane, yeah
It's a thief in the night to come and grab you (uh-huh)
It can creep up inside you and consume you (uh-huh)
A disease of the mind, it can control you (uh-huh)
It's too close for comfort, ohh
Put on your break lights
We're in the city of wonder
Ain't gonna play nice
Watch out, you might just go under
Better think twice
Your train of thought will be altered
So if you must falter be wise
Your mind's in disturbia
It's like the darkness is the light
Disturbia
Am I scaring you tonight?
Your mind is in disturbia
Ain't used to what you like
Disturbia
Disturbia
Bum-bum-be-dum-bum-bum-be-dum-bum
Bum-bum-be-dum-bum-bum-be-dum-bum
Bum-bum-be-dum-bum-bum-be-dum-bum
Bum-bum-be-dum-bum-bum-be-dum-bum
Faded pictures on the wall
It's like they talkin' to me
Disconnectin' all calls
Your phone don't even ring
I gotta get out
Or figure this shh out
It's too close for comfort, oh-ohh
It's a thief in the night to come and grab you (uh-huh)
It can creep up inside you and consume you (uh-huh)
A disease of the mind, it can control you (uh-huh)
I feel like a monster, ohh
Put on your break lights
We're in the city of wonder (city of lights)
Ain't gonna play nice
Watch out (ohh), you might just go under
Better think twice (think twice)
Your train of thought will be altered
So if you must falter be wise (be wise)
Your mind's in disturbia
It's like the darkness is the light
Disturbia
Am I scaring you (oh) tonight?
Your mind's in disturbia (oh)
Ain't used to what you like
Disturbia (what you like)
Disturbia
Bum-bum-be-dum-bum-bum-be-dum-bum (ba-da-da-da-dee-da)
Bum-bum-be-dum-bum-bum-be-dum-bum (ba-da-da-da-dee-da)
Bum-bum-be-dum-bum-bum-be-dum-bum (disturbia)
Bum-bum-be-dum-bum-bum-be-dum-bum (oh, oh)
Release me from this curse I'm in
Trying to maintain but I'm struggling
If you can't go
I think I'm going to oh, oh, oh, oh-ohh
Put on your break lights
We're in the city of wonder (woo)
Ain't gonna play nice
Watch out, you might just go under
Better think twice
Your train of thought will be altered
So if you must falter be wise
Your mind's in disturbia
It's like the darkness is the light
Disturbia
Am I scaring you tonight?
Your mind's in disturbia
Ain't (distubria) used to what you like
Disturbia
Disturbia
Bum-bum-be-dum-bum-bum-be-dum-bum (ba-da-da-da-dee-da)
Bum-bum-be-dum-bum-bum-be-dum-bum (ba-da-da-da-dee-da)
Bum-bum-be-dum-bum-bum-be-dum-bum
Bum-bum-be-dum-bum-bum-be-dum-bum (ohh-ohh)
Rihanna's "Disturbia" is a track that speaks about the inner struggle of a person who feels like they are losing control of their thoughts and emotions. The song starts with the singer asking herself why she feels the way she does, why she is going crazy. She then explains how the situation she is in is too close for comfort as there is a thief in the night that can come and grab her whenever it wants - this thief represents the darkness within her mind that can consume her at any moment. The darkness in her head starts taking over her life, causing her distorted thoughts, and making her feel like a monster. The chorus emphasizes the theme of the song, mentioning 'disturbia' several times which emphasizes the turmoil the singer is going through.
The bridge of the song is some sort of prayer when the singer seeks release from the curse she is in, mentioning her struggles trying to maintain. She then gets to a point where she feels like she is going to lose it, and all she can do is scream. The song ends with the singer telling herself to be wise, alter her train of thoughts, and not to falter - the same caution she offers to her listeners.
Line by Line Meaning
Bum bum bee dum bum bum bee dum bum
The repetitive and rhythmical humming symbolizes the mental turmoil and confusion that the singer is experiencing.
No more gas in the rig
The singer is unable to move or take action due to a lack of energy or motivation.
Nothin' heard nothing said
The singer is unable to communicate effectively or express their thoughts and feelings.
All my life out my head
The artist is consumed by their own thoughts and emotions to the point where they cannot function in the real world.
It's a thief in the night to come and grab you (huuhhh)
The disturbance that the artist is experiencing is sudden and unexpected, like a thief in the night.
It can creep up inside you and consume you (huuhhh)
The disturbance has the power to infiltrate and take over the singer's mind and thoughts.
A disease of the mind it can control you (huuhhh)
The disturbance is like a mental illness that has the power to control and manipulate the singer's behavior and thoughts.
It's too close for comfort
The disturbance is too intense and unsettling for the artist to handle.
Put on your break lights
The artist is warning the listener to slow down and be cautious, as the disturbance is affecting their ability to think and function properly.
You're in the city of wonder
The artist is describing the confusing and overwhelming state that the listener is in due to the disturbance.
Ain't gon play nice
The disturbance is not something to be taken lightly, and the listener should be prepared to face it head on.
Watch out you might just go under
The disturbance has the potential to completely consume and overwhelm the listener if they are not careful.
Better think twice
The singer is advising the listener to be cautious and make wise decisions in order to avoid being overcome by the disturbance.
You've train of thought will be altered
The disturbance has the power to disrupt and change the listener's thought patterns and cognitive processes.
So if you must faulter be wise
If the listener does experience setbacks or difficulties due to the disturbance, they should handle them wisely and thoughtfully.
Your mind's in disturbia (It's like the darknes is the light)
The artist is acknowledging that the listener's mind is in a state of confusion and disarray, where even things that should be clear and straightforward are unclear and confusing.
Disturbia (am I scaring you tonight)
The artist is addressing the listener directly, inquiring if the severity of the disturbance is causing them fear or anxiety.
Your mind's In disturbia (Ain't used to what you like)
The singer is implying that the listener is not accustomed to the type of mental upheaval that they are currently experiencing.
Release me from this curse I'm in
The singer is expressing a desire to be freed from the disturbing thoughts and emotions that are plaguing them.
Trying to maintain but I'm strugglin'
The artist is attempting to cope with the disturbance and maintain their composure, but finding it difficult to do so.
If it can't go-ho-ho-ho-ho-ho
If the disturbance cannot be remedied, the artist feels like they are going to lose control and break down completely.
Think I'm gonna ah ah ah ah aaaaaahhhhhhaaaa
The artist's mental strain and distress is reaching a breaking point, where they cannot hold back their emotions any longer.
Bum bum bee dum bum bum bee dum bum
The humming returns, symbolizing the ongoing turmoil and disturbance that the singer is experiencing.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Brian Kennedy Seals, Christopher Maurice Brown, Andre Darrell Merritt, Robert L. Allen
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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"2008: DISTURBIA"
"2010: this song is scary"
"2012: J U S T D A N C E 4"
"2014: this song is iconic"
"2016: this song is wonderful"
"2018: this song never gets older"
"2020: this song is TIMELESS"
"2022: this song is very nostalgic"
"2024: NOSTALGIA"
Fun facts:"Let's be honest... this wasn't in your recommandation, you searched for it."
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Bum bum be-dum bum bum be-dum bum
What's wrong with me?
Bum bum be-dum bum bum be-dum bum
Why do I feel like this?
Bum bum be-dum bum bum be-dum bum
I'm going crazy now
Bum bum be-dum bum bum be-dum bum
No more gas in the rig
(Can't even get it started)
Nothing heard, nothing said
(Can't even speak about it)
All my life on my head
(Don't want to think about it)
Feels like I'm going insane, yeah
It's a thief in the night to come and grab you
It can creep up inside you and consume you
A disease of the mind, it can control you
It's too close for comfort
Throw on your pretty lies
We're in the city of wonder
Ain't goin' play nice
Watch out, you might just go under
Better think twice
Your train of thought will be altered
So if you must falter be wise
Your mind's in disturbia
It's like the darkness is the light
Disturbia
Am I scaring you tonight
(Your mind's in) Disturbia
Ain't used to what you like
Disturbia
Disturbia
Bum bum be-dum bum bum be-dum bum
Bum bum be-dum bum bum be-dum bum
Bum bum be-dum bum bum be-dum bum
Bum bum be-dum bum bum be-dum bum
Faded pictures on the wall
(It's like they talkin' to me)
Disconnectin' all your call
(Your phone don't even ring)
I gotta get out
Or figure this out
It's too close for comfort, ooh
It's a thief in the night to come and grab you
It can creep up inside you and consume you
A disease of the mind, it can control you
I feel like a monster
Throw on your pretty lies
We're in the city of wonder
Ain't goin' play nice
Watch out, you might just go under
Better think twice
Your train of thought will be altered
So if you must falter be wise
Your mind's in disturbia
It's like the darkness is the light
Disturbia
Am I scaring you tonight
Disturbia
Ain't used to what you like
Disturbia
Disturbia
Bum bum be-dum bum bum be-dum bum
Bum bum be-dum bum bum be-dum bum
Bum bum be-dum bum bum be-dum bum
Disturbia
Bum bum be-dum bum bum be-dum bum
Release me from this curse I'm in
Trying to maintain but I'm struggling
You can't go, ho, ho, ho, ho-ho
I think I'm gonna oh, oh, oh
Throw on your pretty lies
We're in the city of wonder
Ain't goin' play nice
Watch out, you might just go under
Better think twice
Your train of thought will be altered
So if you must falter be wise
Your mind's in disturbia
It's like the darkness is the light
Disturbia
Am I scaring you tonight
(Your mind's in) Disturbia
Ain't used to what you like
Disturbia
Disturbia oh oh oh
Bum bum be-dum bum bum be-dum bum
Bum bum be-dum bum bum be-dum bum
Bum bum be-dum bum bum be-dum bum
Bum bum be-dum bum bum be-dum bum
@zialevesque
Listening to old songs after learning English is so satisfying, it’s like solving a mystery
@img5464
YEEESSSSS
@josefalc29
Omg yees
@ImPhox
YAAS
@theangelswhistle775
Exactly!!!!
@dant8168
Skippy from Cyberpunk 2077
@I.M94
2021 and I'm still here. Can't overcome this golden era of Rihanna.
@danieltempleton2887
Amen. Amen
@I.M94
@@danieltempleton2887 amen and a woman
@lordronn472
This song is amazing