1. VCR is a punk rock/electronica hy… Read Full Bio ↴There are two bands called VCR:
1. VCR is a punk rock/electronica hybrid band that does not bill themselves as "adventure funcore" but continues to be called so. The band comes from Richmond, Virginia.
The band itself has had a consistent lineup throughout its short life, possessing 5 members. Chad Middleton provides vocals and plays keyboard, Mya Anitai also sings and plays keyboard, Casey Tomlin plays keyboard, Steve Smith plays bass, and Christian Newby plays drums. The music itself has its own distinct style, which can be due in part of the frenetic lyrics, the keyboard trio, and the complete absence of a guitar giving the bass player a true opening to shine at all times.
2. VCR is also a freeky-zeeky punk band from Toronto active since 2013.
DVD
VCR Lyrics
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And it's so unfair.
I want it out. Maybe I don't. Who are you really,
Amongst all this data?
Everything is here somewhere. We have zillions of
Us to sort it out.
They can't remember the order when you already
Paid the cash.
The file, but you'll
Always live again with a coke and a smile.
What if I go berserk and cut your face with knife?
Is it really my fault, or is it everybody else?
The invisible ones!
Another plain cut in, and I am simply not there.
I know you can get lost, because I'm lost, too.
So lost, baby.
But then again I'm right where I chose to be.
Let's get lost!
I want it all. Maybe I shouldn't. Don't know
What's right.
Not sure of morals anymore.
I want it out, and I want it out of me.
I want it out, and I want to get out.
The lyrics of VCR's song DVD delve into the theme of being trapped in society where people are subject to constant surveillance and forced to conform to societal norms. The "piece of society" that the singer refers to is likely a metaphor for the pressure to conform, to maintain a certain image or status, or to have certain possessions that are deemed necessary by society. The singer expresses frustration with this system and longs to break free from it, but at the same time, feels conflicted and unsure about whether or not they actually want to.
The line "What if I go berserk and cut your face with a knife? Is it really my fault, or is it everybody else?" highlights the complex and often blurred lines between individual responsibility and societal influence. The singer is questioning whether their actions are truly their own or if they have been influenced by the society around them.
In the chorus, the singer suggests that the solution is to forget about the outside world and dive into their own internal world, represented by the metaphorical "pool" of data. However, the line "but you'll always live again with a coke and a smile" hints at the fact that even though one may try to escape the pressures of society, they will always be sucked back into it eventually.
Overall, the lyrics of "DVD" offer a commentary on the pressures and expectations that come with living in a society that values image and conformity. Through the singer's conflicted emotions and questions about the nature of responsibility, the song underscores the difficulty of truly breaking free from these societal expectations.
Line by Line Meaning
It's just a piece of society they put inside of me,
The system has implemented certain expectations within myself without my knowledge
And it's so unfair.
It's unjust that I have to follow these societal norms
I want it out. Maybe I don't. Who are you really,
I may desire to break free from these expectations, but I am uncertain if I truly want to. Additionally, who are you to judge me for wanting to go against society's rules?
Amongst all this data?
With so many pieces of information and opinions around, how can I make a decision on my own?
Everything is here somewhere. We have zillions of us to sort it out.
All the answers and solutions exist somewhere, it's upon us to navigate through them and come to a conclusion
They can't remember the order when you already paid the cash.
The worth and value of my actions may not correlate with the society's enforcement of certain standards
Forget the outside, go inside the pool. Dive right in the file, but you'll always live again with a coke and a smile.
Rather than following the crowd, explore your inner self and make choices that make you happy. However, the consequences may still exist and it's okay to embrace them
What if I go berserk and cut your face with a knife?
What if I break the societal norms and do something truly shocking and rebellious?
Is it really my fault, or is it everybody else? The invisible ones!
Am I truly to blame for my actions, or is it the culture and society that has shaped me?
Another plain cut in, and I am simply not there.
Another change in societal expectation could make me disappear or become irrelevant
I know you can get lost, because I'm lost, too. So lost, baby.
I understand that it's easy to be confused and disillusioned because I feel the same way too
But then again I'm right where I chose to be. Let's get lost!
Yet again, I have made my own decision on where I want to be and what I want to do, let's embrace it and wander around
I want it all. Maybe I shouldn't. Don't know what's right.
I may desire everything in life, but I am uncertain if it's the right thing to do
Not sure of morals anymore. I want it out, and I want it out of me.
I don't know what's right or wrong and I want to break free from this confusion and turmoil
I want it out, and I want to get out.
I want to be free from societal expectations and be able to live life on my own terms
Contributed by Lincoln V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Carolyn Kauppila
Thank you from the bottom of my old grandma heart. I was organizing my stash. Records, CD's ,VHS tapes. And remembered I have a vcr/dvd player.I knew the DVD player had died along time ago. But going through my old VHS tapes there were some I really wanted to watch. I also have an older tv that I don't use. Thanks to you I was able to do this myself. Grandma is happy.Thank you again.
Candace Laska
Me too I borrowed a VCR but no idea how to attach to the tv
kutties vlog
A8 ¼
Linnie G
Such a cute comment. I second that.
Jessie Rose
we are trying to show my grandpa old DVD s and we've been trying for months :( tech uncle can't help either :(
INNACTIVE
@Asan Ali same :)
Patricia Faison
This by far has been the most helpful and uncomplicated tutorial video I have ever seen. I was just getting ready to either return VCR/DVD or go to a local Shop and most likely ended up wasting money. Thank you so much!! You're an awesome Teacher.
Candace Laska
Me too
Strive For Excellence
Thank you for clear and specific step by step instructions. This video blessed me with a quick fix. I had everything right but could not find out how to set the channel. On my smart TV , instead of ATV , I had to change it to COMP (Composite). Best video for novice in 2020 👌🏾
Smileyone
Thanks so much! Got a used vcr/dvd player off of Ebay. My son won't be here for awhile, and I needed to make sure it was working properly before the return period expired. 63 years old, and feel pretty darn good about doing this myself! Only because I watched this video!