Clocks Don't Rock
The Busters Lyrics


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your fridge looks empty, the clock won't rock
waiting for your money, the clock won't rock
tortured by toothache, cueing at the toilet
your feet are freezing, clock will ignore it

talking to your teacher, the clock won't rock
meet your boss for dinner, the clock won't rock
unemployment grabs you, on the top
when no one is with you, clock will stop

but when honey drops some love into the pool of life
and sun starts pouring in your darkest mind
when heat melts sadness and ice of pain
and time prepares to rush and hurry

it's time for curry! 2x

on a rainy holiday, the clock won't rock
jump-shit on TV, the clock won't rock
listen to reggae music, the heat won't drop
your football team is losin', clock will stop

when you put your arms around me, the clock will rock
if your smell surrounds me, the clock will rock
no time is left for taking the best
when life is over, time has been left

but when honey drops some love into the pool of life
and the sun starts pouring in your darkest mind
when heat melts sadness and ice of pain
and time prepares to rush and hurry

it's time for curry! 2x

but when honey dropped some love into the pool of life
and sun started pouring in your darkest mind
when heat melted sadness and ice of pain
and time healed all wounds.....you've seen

it's time for sushi!
it's time for sushi!





it's time for curry!
it's time for curry!

Overall Meaning

The song "Clocks Don't Rock" by The Busters is a reflection on the ephemeral nature of time and how it affects different aspects of life. The opening verse describes a series of mundane activities that are unaffected by the passing of time - whether it's waiting for money, suffering from toothache, or feeling cold feet, the clock won't register these experiences. The second verse, however, paints a more somber picture, as it highlights the moments in life when time seems to stand still, such as being unemployed or experiencing loneliness.


However, the chorus of the song presents a more optimistic outlook. When life is enriched by love, the song suggests, time becomes more precious and urgent. As the sun begins to pour into a previously darkened mind, the clock "prepares to rush and hurry", signaling the need to make the most of one's time on earth. The final twist in the chorus - that when love enters life, "it's time for curry!" - suggests that the surest way to savor life's fleeting moments is by indulging in delicious, nourishing food.


Overall, "Clocks Don't Rock" is a song about the fleeting nature of time and the different ways it can affect us. While the verses describe moments when time seems to stand still, the chorus argues that it's in those moments of love and happiness that time truly becomes precious and worth savoring.


Line by Line Meaning

your fridge looks empty, the clock won't rock
If you have no food to eat, the clock won't be enjoyable and will seem boring.


waiting for your money, the clock won't rock
If you're waiting on money to come in, you won't be able to enjoy your time and the clock will seem pointless.


tortured by toothache, cueing at the toilet
If you're in pain from a toothache and have to wait in line for the bathroom, time will seem to move slowly and the clock won't be entertaining.


your feet are freezing, clock will ignore it
If you're uncomfortable because your feet are cold, the clock won't provide any comfort or entertainment.


talking to your teacher, the clock won't rock
While speaking to your teacher, time will seem dull and uneventful.


meet your boss for dinner, the clock won't rock
If you're obligated to have dinner with your boss, time will seem to drag and the clock won't be a source of enjoyment.


unemployment grabs you, on the top
If you're unemployed and have no schedule, time will seem to be going too slow.


when no one is with you, clock will stop
When you're alone, time seems to go by slowly and the clock seems to have lost its value.


but when honey drops some love into the pool of life
When you experience love, joy, and positivity, the clock can serve as a reminder of those pleasant experiences.


and sun starts pouring in your darkest mind
When you find yourself in a positive mindset, time can seem to pass quickly and the clock can be enjoyed.


when heat melts sadness and ice of pain
When you find relief from negative emotions, time can be enjoyed and the clock can be a source of comfort.


and time prepares to rush and hurry
When you're busy and life is moving quickly, the clock can keep you on track and be a useful tool.


it's time for curry! 2x
Now is a good time to enjoy some curry and all the positive experiences that come with it.


on a rainy holiday, the clock won't rock
Rainy holidays can seem dull and uneventful, making the clock seem pointless.


jump-shit on TV, the clock won't rock
Watching uninteresting TV can make time seem boring and unsatisfying.


listen to reggae music, the heat won't drop
Enjoying some reggae music can create a positive atmosphere and make time seem to pass more quickly.


your football team is losin', clock will stop
Watching something you care about lose can make time seem to stand still.


when you put your arms around me, the clock will rock
Physical intimacy and closeness can make time feel enjoyable and meaningful.


if your smell surrounds me, the clock will rock
The sense of smell can create positive associations and make the clock feel like a source of comfort.


no time is left for taking the best
When you're living in the moment and enjoying life to the fullest, time seems to move quickly and there's no need to worry about wasting time.


when life is over, time has been left
Even when life is over, time remains a constant and continues to move forward.


it's time for sushi!
Now is a good time to enjoy some sushi and all the positive experiences that come with it.


it's time for curry!
Now is a good time to enjoy some curry and all the positive experiences that come with it.


but when honey dropped some love into the pool of life
When you experience love, joy, and positivity, the clock can serve as a reminder of those pleasant experiences.


and sun started pouring in your darkest mind
When you find yourself in a positive mindset, time can seem to pass quickly and the clock can be enjoyed.


when heat melted sadness and ice of pain
When you find relief from negative emotions, time can be enjoyed and the clock can be a source of comfort.


and time healed all wounds.....you've seen
Time has the ability to heal emotional wounds over time.


it's time for sushi!
Now is a good time to enjoy some sushi and all the positive experiences that come with it.


it's time for curry!
Now is a good time to enjoy some curry and all the positive experiences that come with it.




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The Busters

Cool stuff! Stage-Diving To The Max!!!

bahhstones

the busters are awesome

bahhstones

great song

H.

Genialer Song...

Herr Sapiens Frisiagenesis

EVOLUTION POP

Levishadow

look @ the discription^^ @ Fabrik, Hamburg 01/26/06 oh busters... aufn Berlinova gesehen und nie wieder vergessen!!! dieses Jahr werd ich in Bremen dabei sein!! hoffentlich... wenn nicht zumindest ein paar von euch... bei Farin U^^ ihr seid einfach die größten...

a**k

so the busters say SKANK DOWN!

heavysoul63

time for a curry ? or what do they sing? great music though

franzbuck

und wie man bei 0:50 sieht, auch mal gar keine :P

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