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Tin King
Ultraísta Lyrics
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Velvet underground
And high speed
Rude model
Mojo
Chic
Major breakthrough
Dialogue and half that
I'm gonna half that
I'm gonna half that
Bottom range
Half term
Thirteen times
A right hand
No tea in the crowd
Lock and loaded
With the odd jobs
Brute force
And white drag
And white drag
And white drag
And white drag
August in the thirties
Good night
God bless
And loaded with the odd jobs
Brute force
White trash
After
Rude model
Mojo
Running down the hot tub
Change is arresting
And after all the money's gone
A brute force
And white trash
Smuggle a bomb in a bubble
Thirteen times
A right hand
And in the right hand
And in the right hand
And in the right hand
Dream cars
All stars
Drum and bass
And kick start
High speed
Cocktail party
Hat no sale
Rude model
Mojo
Dialogue and industry
And August in the thirties
David Bowie LPs
I feel abominable
A bomb in a bubble
It's you, the sunshine
It's you
New day
Sail away
Good night
God bless
And loaded with the odd jobs
Brute force
White trash
After
Rude model
Mojo
Running down the hot tub
Change is arresting
After all the moneys gone
And brute force
And white trash
Smuggle a bomb in a bubble
It's you, the sunshine
It's you
Thirteen times a right hand
And in the right hand
And in the right hand
And in the right hand
Bleep cars
All stars
Drum and bass and kit car
High speed
Cocktail party
Have no sail
Rude model
Major
Dialogue and industry
And August in the thirties
Am I in the right hands?
Thirteen times a right hand
And in the right hand
Am I in the right hands?
I'm in the right hands
I'm in the right hands
I'm in the right hands
I'm in the right hands
I'm in the right hands
Am I in the right hands?
I'm in the right hands
I'm in the right hands
I'm in the right hands
Am I in the right hands?
I'm in the right hands
I'm in the right hands
I'm in the right hands
It's you, the sunshine
It's you, the sunshine
It's you
The lyrics to Ultraísta's "Tin King" are filled with cryptic and obscure references that may seem confusing and hard to interpret at first. The song's lyrics evoke a surreal and mysterious world that is both nostalgic and futuristic, blending elements from different eras and genres. The song's chorus "It's you, the sunshine" seems to be a recurring motif that ties together the various verses and images, as if the singer is searching for something bright and positive amidst all the chaos and darkness.
The opening verses reference "Toon town" and the "Velvet underground", which may be alluding to cartoonish imagery and countercultural icons of the 1960s. The next lines mention "high speed", "rude model", "mojo", and "chic", which suggest a glamorous and fast-paced lifestyle that is fueled by ambition and attitude. The phrase "major breakthrough, dialogue and half that" implies a sense of professional achievement and negotiation, although it is not clear what exactly is being discussed. The repetition of the line "I'm gonna half that" suggests either a challenge or a compromise.
The next verses talk about "bottom range", "half term", "thirteen times", and a "right hand". These phrases are more cryptic and could be interpreted in a variety of ways, although they seem to convey a sense of repetition and precision. The line "no tea in the crowd" may be a nod to the English tradition of queuing politely, even in chaotic situations. The phrase "lock and loaded with the odd jobs, brute force, and white drag" suggests a readiness for action and a willingness to do whatever it takes to succeed, even if it means resorting to unconventional or unsavory methods. The final verses mention "August in the thirties", "David Bowie LPs", and "a bomb in a bubble", which evoke historical and cultural references that are somewhat obscure and enigmatic. The song ends with the repeated line "Am I in the right hands?" which raises the question of trust, loyalty, and identity.
Overall, "Tin King" is a complex and elusive song that invites multiple interpretations and meanings. It seems to suggest a longing for something pure and shining amidst a world of confusion and uncertainty.
Line by Line Meaning
Toon town
Referring to a fictional place with cartoon characters.
Velvet underground
A reference to a famous rock band by this name, known for their experimental music.
And high speed
Moving at a fast pace.
Rude model
A model with an attitude or uncooperative behavior.
Mojo
A reference to a personal magnetism or charm.
Chic
Referring to a stylish and fashionable appearance.
Major breakthrough
A significant and important advancement.
Dialogue and half that
A conversation with some details left unsaid.
I'm gonna half that
I will only reveal part of the information or idea being discussed.
Bottom range
The lowest level or point of something.
Half term
A school break that is halfway through a term or semester.
Thirteen times
Repeated thirteen times.
A right hand
A punch or strike delivered by the dominant hand.
No tea in the crowd
No calm or polite behavior from the audience.
Lock and loaded
Ready for action, typically referring to guns or weapons.
With the odd jobs
Working miscellaneous or unusual jobs.
Brute force
Using physical strength or power to achieve something.
And white drag
A reference to drag racing, an illegal automotive race.
August in the thirties
Referring to the month of August in the 1930s.
Good night
A common phrase used to say farewell or goodbye before going to bed.
God bless
A phrase used to wish good things or good fortune upon someone.
After
Following or occurring later than something else.
Running down the hot tub
Moving quickly towards a chaotic or dangerous situation.
Change is arresting
Change is stopping or capturing one's attention.
And after all the money's gone
Referring to a situation where money has been spent and nothing is left.
Smuggle a bomb in a bubble
A reference to a dangerous or illegal act of hiding an explosive device.
Dream cars
Referring to cars that one hopes to own or ride in someday.
All stars
A group of people or things that are highly talented or successful.
Drum and bass
A style of electronic music characterized by heavy bass lines and percussion.
And kick start
Beginning or starting something with energy and enthusiasm.
Cocktail party
A social gathering where people drink cocktails and socialize.
Hat no sale
A reference to being unsuccessful or not achieving one's goals.
Major
Referring to something important or significant.
And industry
Referring to a specific field or sector of business.
David Bowie LPs
A reference to albums released by the famous musician, David Bowie.
I feel abominable
Feeling terrible or unpleasant.
It's you, the sunshine
Referring to the positive and cheerful presence of someone.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Joey Waronker, Laura Bettinson, Nigel Godrich
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Cesar Perez
Espere 8 malditos años, y adivinen qué? Quedaron perfectos, son mi segunda banda favorita después de Depeche Mode, fue pura casualidad encontrarlos en un canal local que ni siquiera conocen, pero aquí tienen mi apoyo, amo este tema ♥️
Angel Sanchez
Fenomenal canción y el video Muy original. Finísimo.
asunder39
THANK YOU for making more music, your last was an absolute classic
DrMrProfessorPatrick
Perfect. So glad you guys are back.
Thomas Gietzen
Love the song and the video is awesome!
Alberto Carraro
This sound is so mesmerising
Brad Modd
if this was a great song, you would like it as much with just with an acoustic guitar backing it up or just acapella in a pub or at a football stadium...in a way great production hides a lot of such flaws, but it can even (unnecessarily) outshine or overshadow the song when the song was capable of standing on its own laurels, and should have been given space to do so. You often find a cover version of the song is more successful for this very reason, apart from other reasons, of course such as the resonance of time.
Brad Modd
if this was a great song, you would like it as much with just with an acoustic guitar backing it up or just acapella in a pub or at a football stadium...in a way great production hides a lot of such flaws, but it can even (unnecessarily) outshine or overshadow the song when the song was capable of standing on its own laurels, and should have been given space to do so. You often find a cover version of the song is more successful for this very reason, apart from other reasons, of course such as the resonance of time.
Brad Modd
It sounds fantastic, but the chorus doesn't quite get enough melody across to balance the monotonal verses....for it to be a great song it needs a bridge to splash in a bit of melodic colour
Mezmer
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