volcano
U2 (Song of Innocence) Lyrics
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You can hurt yourself tryin’ to hold on
To what you used to be
I’m so glad the past is all gone
Been out in the wild
Been out in the night
Been out of your mind
Volcano
You don’t wanna, you don’t wanna know
Volcano
Something in you wants to blow
Volcano
You don’t wanna, you don’t wanna know
Your eyes were like landing lights
They used to be the clearest blue
Now you don’t see so well
The future’s gonna land on you
Been out in the wild
Been out in the night
Been out of your mind
Do you live here or is this a vacation
Volcano
You don’t wanna, you don’t wanna know
Volcano
Something in you wants to blow
Volcano
You don’t wanna, you don’t wanna know
You’re on a piece of ground above a volcano
You were alone
And now you’re not alone
You were alone
But you are rock n’ roll
You and I are rock n’ roll
But you are rock n’ roll
You and I are rock n’ roll
Oh, volcano
You don’t wanna, you don’t wanna know
Volcano
Something in you wants to blow
Volcano
You don’t wanna, you don’t wanna know
You’re on a piece of ground above a volcano
The lyrics of U2's "Volcano" suggest a sense of danger and instability. The song refers to the feeling of being out of control and vulnerable in a rapidly changing world. The world is spinning fast, and it is easy to get hurt trying to hold onto the past. The singer is glad that the past is gone, but he recognizes the risks of living in the present.
The chorus mentions a volcano, which is a symbol of explosive energy that can destroy everything in its path. The volcano represents the singer's inner turmoil and the danger of losing control. Something in him wants to blow, and he is afraid of what might happen if he can't contain it. The use of volcanic imagery is a powerful way to convey the sense of raw power and destructive potential that can lie beneath the surface.
The second half of the song takes a positive turn with a message of resilience and the power of music. Although the singer acknowledges the danger of the volcano, he also recognizes that he is "rock n' roll." This suggests that he is capable of weathering the storm and using his music to connect with others who share his experience. In this way, the song becomes a celebration of the human spirit, even in the face of danger and uncertainty.
Line by Line Meaning
The world is spinning fast tonight
The situation around you is constantly changing rapidly, moving at a high speed.
You can hurt yourself tryin’ to hold on
In trying to hold on to things that you have lost, you may end up getting hurt.
To what you used to be
Trying to hold on to your past self and refusing to accept changes.
I’m so glad the past is all gone
Being happy that the past which hurts and holds you back, no longer exists.
Been out in the wild
Being reckless, unpredictable and out of control.
Been out in the night
Being lost in darkness, facing difficulties and challenges.
Been out of your mind
Being in a state of extreme emotion or confusion where logical reasoning does not apply.
Do you live here or is this a vacation
Questioning whether you are living in reality or living in a fictional world, trying to escape from reality.
Volcano
Represents the suppressed emotions and feelings inside a person that are about to explode.
You don’t wanna, you don’t wanna know
Choosing to ignore and deny the explosive thoughts and feelings inside, out of fear.
Something in you wants to blow
Despite the fear and denial, the emotions and feelings are building up and want to be expressed.
Your eyes were like landing lights
Your eyes were once bright, clear and able to guide you, but now they are clouded.
They used to be the clearest blue
Referring to how clear and pure things once were before things changed and became complex.
Now you don’t see so well
Things are no longer clear and it has become harder to navigate in life.
The future’s gonna land on you
The changes and uncertainties in life will eventually catch up with you, and you will have to face them.
You’re on a piece of ground above a volcano
You are dangerously close to the brink of explosion and destruction, and must be careful not to trigger it.
You were alone
Referring to how lonely and isolated one could feel when they are letting their emotions build up inside without expressing them.
And now you’re not alone
Finding common ground and kinship with others who are also struggling with similar emotions and feelings.
But you are rock n’ roll
Embracing and owning your emotions and feelings, and expressing them through music or art.
You and I are rock n’ roll
Encouraging others to also embrace and own their emotions and feelings, and express them through music or art.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ADAM CLAYTON, DAVE EVANS, LARRY MULLEN, PAUL DAVID HEWSON
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The world is spinning fast tonight
You can hurt yourself trying to hold on
To what you used to be
I’m so glad the past is all gone?
Been out in the wild
Been out in the night
Been out of your mind
Do you live here or is this a vacation
Volcano, you don’t wanna, you don’t wanna know
Volcano
Something in you wants to blow
Volcano
You don’t wanna, you don’t wanna know
Your eyes were like landing lights
They used to be the clearest blue
Now you don’t see so well
The future’s gonna land on you
Been out in the wild
Been out in the night
Been out of your mind
Do you live here or is this a vacation
Volcano, you don’t wanna, you don’t wanna know
Volcano
Something in you wants to blow
Volcano
You’re on a piece of ground above a volcano
You were alone
Now you’re not alone
You were alone
But now
You are Rock'n'Roll
You and I are Rock'n'Roll
You are Rock'n'Roll
You and I are Rock'n'Roll
Volcano, you don’t wanna, you don’t wanna know
Volcano
Something in you wants to blow
Volcano
You don’t wanna, you don’t wanna know.
You’re on a piece of ground above a volcano
El mundo está girando rápido
Puedes hacerte daño intentando aferrarte
A lo que solías ser
¿Estoy tant contento de que el pasado se haya ído?
He estado fuera en lo salvaje
He estado fuera en la noche
He estado fuera de tu cabeza
Vives aquí o esto son vacaciones
Volcán, no quieres, no quieres saber
Volcán
Algo en ti quiere explotar
Volcán
No quieres, no quieres saber
Tus ojos eran como luces de aterrizaje
Solían ser del azul más claro
Ahora no ves tan bien
El futuro va a atrerrizar sobre ti
He estado fuera en lo salvaje
He estado fuera en la noche
He estado fuera de tu cabeza
Vives aquí o esto son vacaciones
Volcán, no quieres, no quieres saber
Volcán
Algo en ti quiere explotar
Vocán
Eres en un trozo de terreno sobre un volcán
Estabas sola
Ahora no estás sola
Estabas sola
Pero ahora
Eres Rock'n'Roll
Tu y yo somos Rock'n'Roll
Eres Rock'n'Roll
Tu y yo somos Rock'n'Roll
Volcán, no quieres, no quieres saber
Volcán
Algo en ti quiere explotar
Volcán
No quieres, no quieres saber
Eres en un trozo de terreno sobre un volcán
@AdolfoSierra1381
That killer bass line!!
@elviagutierrez2694
Adolfo Natalie Dance party like laura Carlos Alex javie Ana Rosa Aron
@scottlovingfoss9859
Adolfo Sierra oh ya
@brandonmindemann3817
It kind of reminds me of the BBC F1 intro
@marcovalero8950
Best Song EVER.
@Lollol-cu7uw
Finding this song 5+ years ago on my uncle's iPhone while randomly strolling through iTunes the greatest thing to happen.
@quandariusquanglebangle9634
I have so much nostalgia for this song. I remember being at the skiing place listening to my ipod while eating a burger,
good times
@shaunbarnett2972
I've never known a band to be able to return to their original sound after so many years and recreate it in a way that is completely fresh and yet still so nostalgic at the same time. Hope that makes sense. Basically this song makes me feel like I"m listening to an old 80s album by U2 for the first time because it has just been released. Bizarre and brilliant!
@synifyyy
It’s January 2022, lets see how many legends are still listening to this masterpiece ❤️
@tabbhall3953
It’s July of 2023 now and I’m listening to it