The Dandy Warhols are strongly influenced by The Brian Jonestown Massacre, The Velvet Underground, The Beach Boys, Simon and Garfunkel, The Beatles, The Shadows and The Rolling Stones. They also include implicit musical references to My Bloody Valentine in some songs. Frontman Courtney Taylor-Taylor describes the band's beginning as a group of friends who "needed music to drink to".
I Am a Scientist
The Dandy Warhols Lyrics
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I got it woohoowoo
Woohoowoo got it got it
Woohoowoo in me the scientist
Always get stuck on always trying this
I try to live on science alone
Analysis and freaky sensitivity
We've gotta live on science alone
Woohoowoo yeah uh I am a scientist
Woohoowoo yeah uh I am a scientist
Woohoowoo we've gotta live on science alone
Religiously I'm speaking on
The science 'cause
We've gotta live on science alone
I tell you what mathematically I'm having it
I want to live on science alone woohoowoo
Yeah uh I am a scientist woohoowoo
Yeah uh I am a scientist woohoowoo
Yeah uh I am a scientist
We've gotta live on science alone
In me the scientist
Always stuck on always trying this
I try to live on science alone
Analysis and freaky sensitivity
We've gotta live on science alone woohoowoo
Yeah uh I am a scientist woohoowoo
Yeah uh I am a scientist woohoowoo
Yeah uh I am a scientist
'Cause I can live on science alone
We've gotta live on science alone
Yeah uh I am a scientist
Yeah uh I am a scientist
Yeah uh I am a scientist
Yeah uh I am a scientist
Yeah uh I am a scientist
The lyrics of The Dandy Warhols's song I Am a Scientist describe the inner struggle of the singer who identifies as a scientist. The opening lines of "I got it, Woo Hoo Woo" suggest a moment of breakthrough, followed by a repetition of "Got it" that indicates the singer’s certainty in his identity. These lines could point to the scientist realizing something important or achieving a research goal. The recurring "Woo Hoo Woo" in the song suggests an elation or excitement that comes with scientific discovery.
As the song progresses, the singer reveals his frustration with relying only on science. He seems to be stuck in trying to understand and explain things scientifically, and is unable to find comfort in other areas of life outside of science. The lines "Always get stuck on always trying this / I try to live on science alone / Analysis and freaky sensitivity / We've gotta live on science alone" suggest a constant battle with balancing a scientific approach to life while acknowledging the limitations of just relying on analysis and logic.
The line "Religiously I'm speaking on the science 'cause / We've gotta live on science alone" suggests a strong conviction to rely on science exclusively. However, the repetition of "Woo Hoo Woo" throughout the song seems to indicate a level of uncertainty or doubt to this conviction as the singer seems to rely more on emotions and feelings than analysis and logic. The song ultimately highlights the tension between logical, scientific thinking and emotional, subjective experience.
Line by Line Meaning
I got it
I understand and have knowledge about the importance of science in our lives.
Woo hoo woo
Expressing excitement and enthusiasm about science.
Got it got it
Emphasizing that understanding the importance of science is crucial.
In me the scientist
I possess the mindset of a scientist that is excited about discovering, analyzing, and learning through science.
Always get stuck on always trying this
Scientific exploration is a continuous process that requires persistence.
I try to live on science alone
Science is a fundamental aspect of my life and my interests lie in learning more about its principles.
Analysis and freaky sensitivity
As a scientist, I possess an analytical and curious nature which leads to a sensitivity to the nuances of science.
We've gotta live on science alone
Emphasizing the importance of making science a central part of our lives.
Yeah uh I am a scientist
Confirming the self-identification as a scientist and emphasizing the conviction towards science.
'Cause I can live on science alone
Reiterating the idea that science is a sufficient and important aspect of one's life.
Religiously I'm speaking on the science 'cause
Expressing the commitment to science and the belief that it should be pursued fervently.
I tell you what mathematically I'm having it
Enjoying the process of exploring and discovering new scientific principles.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: David Bowie, Courtney A. Taylor
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Brainiac-TV
WE LOVE THIS!
@Namerson
mate, when the show comes back get me on it. you need chemists, right?
@DankMemesForAngryTeens
Ben C do you really think they have chemists on the show? Lmao.
@AndytheWhite
I can do science me! 🤓
The real question was always will it sink or will it float 🍍
@Dragoneer
Wow I thought you guys were dead. Y’all were my childhood!
@sandmanzcommin08
I grew up watching you guys on G4. Now G4 is back and I find Brainiac with a YouTube channel, which lead me to this song! Thanks for bringing my childhood back from the dead, now make more seasons!
@pajamapantsjack5874
I love how some of my favorite things mentioned this song; SCPs and zero punctuation.
@erockromulan9329
This was blasting at our graduate party! Love it!
@SmugglinPunkins
"You're listening to Black Mesa Research Facility Internal Broadcasting Friday-Morning Prime-Time Fun Slot; Playing the hits while you play God!"
@wheremybike
+Bijan Emadi Eeeeeeeey, I get it :D