According to tictokmen.com, The Tic Tok Men disbanded in October 2007. The webpage implies there is previously unreleased material being restored.
Members
Seven Graylands
Atain Kroft
Dieter Blank
Brian VonHorst
The Best Is Yet To Come
The Tic Tok Men Lyrics
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With my handheld novelty device
Upgrade - Install - Crash
Isn't this so very nice?
Verbessert für ihre ohren - better living through binary code
Verbessert für ihr gehirn - better living through binary code
Verbessert für ihre augen - better living through binary code
I'm the electronic consumer
Thinking I've bought this before
Too slow - Need speed - Crash
Isn't this such a bore?
Better versions for your ears - better living through binary code
Better versions for your brain - better living through binary code
Better versions for your eyes - better living through binary code
Better versions for your soul - better living through binary code
Besseres leben durch binären code
There are those who would like to see our hard work divided.
There are those who would like to watch as we crumble into oblivion.
We will raise our voices now.
We will stand strong as one and defend our innovation and technologies.
We will not stand by and watch our efforts lower into silence.
We will continue to expand.
We will continue to extend and embrace.
Our out stretching arms will still nurture and benefit those not so able and strong.
We will continue our plans of innovation with good faith.
We will further our preservations with good things ahead for your children.
We will continue.
We will be strong.
With our innovation,
THE BEST IS YET TO COME!
I'm the electronic consumer
With my handheld novelty device
Upgrade - Install - Crash
Isn't this so very nice?
Improved for your ears - better living through binary code
Improved for your mind - better living through binary code
Improved for your eyes - better living through binary code
Improved for your soul - better living through binary code
Improved for your children - better living through binary code
Improved for your life - better living through binary code
Improved for better posture - better living through binary code
Improved for no reason - better living through binary code
The Tic Tok Men’s song “The Best Is Yet to Come” presents the perspective of an “electronic consumer” who is fascinated with the advancements in technology while juxtaposing them with the frustrations that come with glitches, crashes and the never-ending chase for ‘the better version’. The song highlights the irony of how we feel compelled to upgrade our devices even when we’ve already bought the same device before, leading to some sort of addiction to buying the latest technological gadget. The lines ‘Thinking I've bought this before, Too slow - Need speed - Crash, Isn't this such a bore?’ perfectly conveys this frustration and consumerist force to keep up with the latest trends in technology.
The lyrics are also a social commentary on how technology dominates our lives and how it aims to ‘improve’ every aspect of our existence. The lines ‘Better versions for your ears, better versions for your brain, better versions for your eyes, better versions for your soul, improved for your children, improved for your life, improved for better posture, improved for no reason’ suggest that technology has become an indispensable part of our lives and we buy into the idea that the latest ‘improvements’ will make our lives easier and better in every way possible. Through the repeated phrase ‘better living through binary code’, the song underscores how technology has become a way of life for us.
Overall, The Tic Tok Men’s song “The Best Is Yet to Come” is a commentary on how technology has become an addiction and how we are extremely dependent on it in our daily lives while exploring the frustration that comes with it.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm the electronic consumer
I am a person who buys electronic gadgets and devices for my personal use
With my handheld novelty device
I have an electronic device that is small and easy to carry around and is interesting or amusing because it is new, unusual or strange
Upgrade - Install - Crash
I often attempt to improve my device by updating its software or adding new features, but sometimes the device crashes or stops working properly after doing so
Isn't this so very nice?
I am being sarcastic because the situation is actually frustrating or disappointing
Improved for your ears - better living through binary code
Newer versions of electronic devices can provide better sound quality and enhance your listening experience with the use of digital programming
Improved for your mind - better living through binary code
Advanced technology can help you process information faster and more efficiently, improving your cognitive abilities
Improved for your eyes - better living through binary code
Digital screens can produce better image and color quality, reducing eye strain and improving your visual experience
Improved for your soul - better living through binary code
New features and capabilities of electronic devices can bring more joy or meaning to your life, creating a positive impact on your overall well-being
Improved for your children - better living through binary code
Better technology can enhance your children's learning and development, helping them to have better opportunities in life
Improved for your life - better living through binary code
New technology can help to automate tasks, make communication easier and provide better entertainment, making your life more convenient and enjoyable
Improved for better posture - better living through binary code
Certain electronic devices can assist you in maintaining a good posture, reducing physical strain and tension in your body
Improved for no reason - better living through binary code
Sometimes, new features or upgrades are introduced just for the sake of novelty, even if they do not offer any significant improvement, but this can still be enjoyable for some people
There are those who would like to see our hard work divided.
There are people who want to destroy or undermine our technological advancements and the progress we have made
There are those who would like to watch as we crumble into oblivion.
Some people find pleasure or satisfaction in our failure or downfall
We will raise our voices now.
We will speak out and defend our innovations and technology from those who want to harm us
We will stand strong as one and defend our innovation and technologies.
We will unite as a team to protect our inventions and technological advancements
We will not stand by and watch our efforts lower into silence.
We will not allow our hard work to be wasted or disregarded
We will continue to expand.
We will strive to grow and improve our technology even further
We will continue to extend and embrace.
We will keep exploring new ideas and innovations with an open mind and a willingness to embrace change
Our out stretching arms will still nurture and benefit those not so able and strong.
Our innovations and advancements will also benefit those who are weaker or less capable
We will continue our plans of innovation with good faith.
We will continue to create new technologies and features with positive intentions and a strong belief in their value
We will further our preservations with good things ahead for your children.
We will continue to preserve and develop technology for future generations, ensuring a better life for our children
We will continue.
We will persist in our efforts and never give up, no matter the challenges or obstacles we face
We will be strong.
We will stay resilient and determined to succeed, no matter what happens
With our innovation, THE BEST IS YET TO COME!
We are confident that our continued innovation and progress will lead to even greater accomplishments and advancements in the future
Contributed by Grace K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.