The music video for the track was released on their website on June 24, 2010. This is said to be the third single from the album, but there is currently no German version ("Sonnensystem") available. The music video is a collaboration of concert videos, clips and footage with, for the first time in all of Tokio Hotel's singles, audio being taken from an actual live performance instead of a studio take.
Darkside Of The Sun
Tokio Hotel Lyrics
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Hello!
On the TV, in your face, and radio-oh.
It's alright, it's alright.
They say no-oh.
You are frantic, don't you panic, let it go-oh.
In the cities, on the streets, around the globe.
They turn everything you love into verbot
From the cradle, to the great part of the show.
We are, we are, we are
Radio hysteria.
Hello!
The end is near!
Hello!
We're still standing here!
The future's just begun, on the dark side of the sun
Hello!
Hello!
All the weapons in your hand are in control.
But their way to stay a-chasin' now is so cool.
Time is runnin', but your future's long ago- oh.
We are, we are, we are
Radio hysteria.
Hello!
The end is near!
Hello!
We're still standing here!
The future's just begun, on the dark side of the sun
Will you stand the pain
When I'm by your side?
Will you follow me
Into the night?
They're not gonna get us,
We'll be alright.
And one day
The dark side will shine
For us!
For us!
Hello!
The end is near!
Hello!
We're still standing here!
The future's just begun, on the dark side of the sun
"Darkside Of The Sun" by Tokio Hotel explores the concept of the influence of media on society. The opening lines "On the TV, in your face, and radio-oh. It's alright, it's alright. They say no-oh. You are frantic, don't you panic, let it go-oh" show how we are surrounded by media wherever we go, and its constant presence can lead to panic and anxiety if we don't learn to let go. The chorus emphasizes this idea of media hysteria, with the repetition of "Radio hysteria" and the warning of the end being near.
The second verse talks about how media can shape the way we see the world, "They turn everything you love into verbot. From the cradle, to the great part of the show." It highlights how advertising and media can make us believe things that may not necessarily be true or healthy for us. The bridge asks the listener if they will follow the singer into darkness and stand by their side through tough times, and reassures them that they will be alright in the end.
Overall, "Darkside Of The Sun" encourages listeners to be aware of the effects of media, while also putting forward a message of hope and unity.
Line by Line Meaning
On the TV, in your face, and radio-oh.
Inescapable messages are being marketed to you through different mediums.
It's alright, it's alright.
Don't worry, it's not as bad as it seems.
They say no-oh.
They're telling you that you can't do something.
You are frantic, don't you panic, let it go-oh.
You're overwhelmed by these messages, but stay calm and let them go.
In the cities, on the streets, around the globe.
These messages pervade through all aspects of society.
They turn everything you love into verbot
The people in charge ban, prohibit and regulate anything that may go against the messages they want to promote.
From the cradle, to the great part of the show.
They start as soon as you're born and continue until you're aware and participating in society.
All the weapons in your hand are in control.
You have the power to control the messages that you're surrounded with.
But their way to stay a-chasin' now is so cool.
They're trying to appear trendy and cool to keep you interested.
Time is runnin', but your future's long ago- oh.
Time is going by quickly, but the decisions you make now will impact your future.
Will you stand the pain
When I'm by your side?
When things get tough, will you be able to handle it if I'm there with you?
Will you follow me
Into the night?
Will you come with me on this journey even if it leads to the unknown?
They're not gonna get us,
We'll be alright.
The people in charge won't control us, we'll be fine.
And one day
The dark side will shine
For us!
For us!
One day, the messages we're being exposed to will be understood and will work out for us.
Hello!
The end is near!
The end of the current situation is upon us.
Hello!
We're still standing here!
But we're still here and not giving up.
The future's just begun, on the dark side of the sun
The future is full of promise and potential, even if it's uncertain and unclear.
Radio hysteria.
The mass media is causing panic and disorder.
Lyrics © THE ROYALTY NETWORK INC., Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: PATRICK BENZNER, DAVE ROTH, TOM KAULITZ, BILL KAULITZ, DAVID JOST
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