The… Read Full Bio ↴Zeromancer is an Industrial Rock group with members from Norway.
The core members of Zeromancer met in the influential Norwegian band Seigmen. During the 1990s this band dominated the national rock scene and even made a name for themselves outside the country by playing concerts abroad.
When Seigmen split in 1999, Alex Møklebust (vocals), Erik Ljunggren (keyboard, programming), Kim Ljung (bass guitar) and Noralf Ronthi] (drums) joined forces with Chris Schleyer (ex-Kidneythieves) (guitar) as Zeromancer.
Zeromancer are as of today:
Alex Møklebust (vocals)
Kim Ljung (bass, vocals)
Noralf Ronthi (drums)
Dan Heide (guitar)
Lorry Kristiansen (keyboard, programming)
Zeromancer's official site:
http://www.zeromancer.com
Hollywood
Zeromancer Lyrics
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Safety's off
Are you there
Are you there for me
By my side
An angel
Who dodge the bullets wide
On a beach
When you talk
You talk without a sound
And when you walk
Your feet hardly touch the ground
But you're there
By my side
But you're there for me
When all this is over
Heaven knows I'm going nowhere
I was only dreaming
Censored for a deeper meaning
It wears off
Like lipstick on your skin
Like a day that won't begin
Waking up
And you can't remember
Where you've been
It's time
We get things straight
Are you there
Are you there for me
Back for good
It's 6 a.m. in Hollywood
The lyrics of Zeromancer's song Hollywood convey a yearning for a connection with another person, someone who is there for the singer through thick and thin. The opening lines suggest a sense of danger and the need to be vigilant, with "safety's off" implying that some sort of weapon is involved. However, the person by the singer's side, an "angel who dodges the bullets wide," provides protection and comfort. The song then shifts to a more dreamy, otherworldly tone as the singer describes a quiet moment on the beach with their companion. The use of the expression "talk without a sound" suggests a deep understanding between the two. The image of the angelic figure's feet barely touching the ground implies a sense of lightness or spiritual transcendence.
The lyrics then take a more ominous turn as the idea that the good times will not last forever, that they will "wear off like lipstick on your skin." The line "censored for a deeper meaning" implies that there is something more significant happening in the relationship that is being hidden or obscured. The chorus repeats the question "Are you there for me," emphasizing the importance of mutual support and loyalty. The song closes with a call to action to "get things straight" and a suggestion that it's time to move on from a dreamlike state, as it's "6 a.m. in Hollywood."
Overall, the lyrics of Hollywood seem to be a plea for connection and authenticity in a world where relationships can be fleeting and shallow. The use of imagery from both the mundane world (lipstick, waking up) and the transcendent (angels, dreamlike states) creates a sense of complexity and nuance, while the repetition of the chorus emphasizes the central theme of the need for genuine relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
It's the real thing
This is genuine, not a fake or an imitation.
Safety's off
There is no longer any protection or safety measures in place.
Are you there
Do you exist or are you present?
Are you there for me
Can I rely on you for emotional or physical support?
By my side
Beside me, physically or metaphorically.
An angel
A person who protects and guides me.
Who dodge the bullets wide
Who has avoided danger and harm by missing the impact of bullets or similar threats.
It feels right
It appears to be correct or accurate.
On a beach
In a serene and peaceful environment, by the ocean.
When you talk
During a conversation or verbal interaction.
You talk without a sound
You communicate without using words, perhaps using body language or other forms of nonverbal communication.
And when you walk
During physical movement.
Your feet hardly touch the ground
You seem to float or glide rather than walk.
But you're there
You are present and available.
By my side
Beside me, physically or metaphorically.
But you're there for me
You can be relied upon for emotional or physical support, regardless of the situation.
When all this is over
At a point in the future when the current situation has ended or changed dramatically.
Heaven knows I'm going nowhere
I have no clear direction or purpose, and may feel lost or confused.
I was only dreaming
The situation I was in was not real, it was only a dream or fantasy.
Censored for a deeper meaning
The true meaning is hidden or obscured by censorship, perhaps to protect the listener or the artist themselves.
It wears off
The effect or impact is lost or diminished over time.
Like lipstick on your skin
Like makeup that gradually fades from the skin.
Like a day that won't begin
Like a day that feels stuck or unproductive, without a clear sense of direction or purpose.
Waking up
Regaining consciousness after a period of sleep or unconsciousness.
And you can't remember
You have forgotten or cannot recall important details or events.
Where you've been
The location, situation or environment before the period of unconsciousness or memory loss.
It's time
It is necessary or appropriate to take action now.
We get things straight
We need to have a clear and honest conversation to resolve misunderstandings or conflicts.
Are you there
Do you exist or are you present?
Are you there for me
Can I rely on you for emotional or physical support?
Back for good
Returning permanently or for an extended period of time.
It's 6 a.m. in Hollywood
It is early morning in a famous area of Los Angeles known for its entertainment industry and celebrities.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: KIM LJUNG
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Dahl Todd
I tried so hard to get people into this band. Gives me goosebumps going back and listening all over again!
Doll Knight
Same here they are amazing.
SiN FiEnD
Never died, I jamm this everyday. Its amazing and will be forever. Nobody in this genre will ever complete or get close to the execution of production or elaborate style of ZEROMANCER.
Raygun Romance
Weird how they went pretty much unnoticed in the states.
wolfcanine100
this band is so underrated its sad. they are amazing.
Dahl Todd
This band will forever hold an incredibly special place in my heart. For those who may not still be following them, they're ON TOUR right now!
Arc Blackheart
Right Zeromancer is probably the best Industrial Rock band from a foreign place they rock from Norway I love them so much I'm glad they are on your I wasn't aware although I heard their new music
Thomas Boyce
Where?
Dahl Todd
@Thomas Boyce ah, I take that back. I noticed they are going to be on tour in 2022 through Germany.
Thomas Boyce
@Dahl Todd talk about a buzzkill