Planet Earth
William Shatner Lyrics


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Only came outside to watch night fall with the rain
I heard you making patterns rhyme like
Some new romantic looking for the TV sound
I'll see you're right some other time love

Look now look all around there's no sign of life
Voices another sound can you hear me now this is planet earth
You're looking at planet earth
Bop bop bop bop bop bop bop bop this is planet earth

My head is stuck on something precious let me know
If you're coming down to land is there
Anybody out there trying to get through
My eyes so cloudy I can't see you

Look now look all around there's no sign of life
Voices another sound can you hear me now this is planet earth
You're looking at planet earth
Bop bop bop bop bop bop bop bop this is planet earth

Look now look all around there's no sign of life
Voices another sound can you hear me now this is planet earth
You're looking at planet earth
Bop bop bop bop bop bop bop bop this is planet earth
Bop bop bop bop bop bop bop bop calling planet earth




Bop bop bop bop bop bop bop bop looking at planet earth
Bop bop bop bop bop bop bop bop this is planet earth

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of William Shatner's 'Planet Earth' describe the experience of an individual who steps outside on a rainy night, only to witness a desolate and eerie world with no signs of life. The individual describes experiencing a mental block, feeling disconnected from the world, and unable to see through her cloudy eyes. The individual is searching for any signs of life and communication, wondering if anyone is trying to connect or communicate with her. The lyrics also mention new romantic themes, referencing a bygone era before space travel and the concept of an existential crisis were prevalent.


Line by Line Meaning

Only came outside to watch night fall with the rain
I stepped outside just to observe and experience nature, as the darkness fell with the comforting sound of raindrops.


I heard you making patterns rhyme like
I listened to you as you put words together in a poetic and artistic way, creating a sense of rhythm and flow.


Some new romantic looking for the TV sound
You seemed like someone searching for the latest trends and fads, trying to find validation through popular culture and media.


I'll see you're right some other time love
I understand that you have a different perspective, but I'll wait until another time to continue this discussion with you, my dear.


Look now look all around there's no sign of life
Take a moment to observe your surroundings - there is no evidence of living creatures in sight.


Voices another sound can you hear me now this is planet earth
I hear a variety of sounds, including my own voice. Remember, this is the one and only planet Earth we inhabit.


You're looking at planet earth
You are visually experiencing and observing the planet we call home, Earth.


Bop bop bop bop bop bop bop bop this is planet earth
With a playful rhythm and sound, I am emphasizing the importance of acknowledging and appreciating the planet we live on.


My head is stuck on something precious let me know
I am preoccupied with something that I place great value upon, let me know if you can relate or offer guidance.


If you're coming down to land is there
Are you, or anyone else, planning to land on this planet soon? I am curious and eager to know.


Anybody out there trying to get through
Is anyone else attempting to communicate or connect with me? I am open and receptive to listening and responding.


My eyes so cloudy I can't see you
Metaphorically, my perception is clouded and I am unable to clearly understand or communicate with you.


Bop bop bop bop bop bop bop bop calling planet earth
Once again, I am repeating the playful sounds to emphasize the importance of calling out and recognizing our planet.


Bop bop bop bop bop bop bop bop looking at planet earth
As I gaze at Earth, I cannot help but continue to hum this tune, reminding myself and others to appreciate and care for our home planet.


Bop bop bop bop bop bop bop bop this is planet earth
With a final playful repetition, I conclude the song with a call to action to recognize and cherish the beauty and value of Earth.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Andy Taylor, Fernando Gonzales De Canales, Jaime Martinez Stinus, Javier Gurruchaga Iriarte, John Taylor, Luis Alberto De Cuenca Y Prado, Nick Rhodes, Roger Taylor, Simon Le Bon

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