one thing is sure, since seanpenn gone live, the sound is much more heavy. some will call it emo-core, seanpenn calls it popcore!
in 2005 seanpenn released the new ep-cd-demo-thingy called "lilium" the effort got 4 songs on it and takes the seanpenn-sound to a whole new level.......
Astronaut
seanpenn Lyrics
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what you think about your future
Can you tell me what you think,
what you think about your life?
I wanna know
what you think of me, your friends
I wanna know
Saw you
take it all
Looking greater
some way 'round
You went there, took it all
And all time now
take the fall
I wanna know
how you feel when you wake up
I wanna know
how you feel when you sleep
I wanna know
what you dream into this world
Where you gonna go
What are you gonna achieve?
When you say
"Want to get"
All your friends say
"Well he's so high"
I'm gonna kick you off your cloud
Want to know
If you want to see the shit
or see my soul
Wants to get between yourself
and I know your reasons
You could always be an astronaut
Well you could be an astronaut
Well you see this world as it had been made
Nowhere I'm too safe now
Where you sing you do it all
You're looking greater when you go
I wanna know
How you feel in this life
I wanna see
How you look when you gonna meet my wife
You could do it better with vibe
You could do it better when you run
When you're losing all your friends
Because you're just fucking stoned
Why would you take it all?
Why would you never take the fall
Who do you think you are
so fucking cool
I think you're nothing more
than a fool
So sad I'd like to make you dare to say
Once to go
But you're already way to drunk and sad
I won't be dared to close your soul
And this water looks like anything
Well this water looks like everything
Down to decide there is not too far to say
Down to the side there is not too far to say
I wanna know
I wanna go to you
I wanna know
I wanna go to you
I wanna know
I wanna go to you
You said once or twice
You said I'm going to try this once or twice
You said I'm never gonna be, be addicted
Well you never said you were gonna be so dickhead
Wants to get it on herself
Somewhere I will find it
Well you could be an astronaut
Well you can be an astronaut
Well you're cool enough to be my friend
Well you're cool enough to be my friend
Just don't get to
I don't get to I
I wanna know
I wanna go to you
I wanna know
I wanna go to you
I wanna know
I wanna go to you
I wanna know
I wanna know
I wanna go to you
I wanna know
I wanna go
I wanna know
I wanna go
The lyrics of Sean Penn's song "Astronaut" reflect a fascination with the future, both in terms of individual life paths and the greater world. The singer is curious about the listener's thoughts on the future, and wants to know how they feel about themselves, their friends, and their lives. The theme of exploration and discovery is woven throughout the song, with mentions of dreaming into the world and the possibility of becoming an astronaut.
The second half of the song takes a more critical tone, with the singer questioning the listener's choices and lifestyle. There are references to drug use and losing friends, and the singer ultimately calls the listener a fool. However, there is also a desire to connect and know more about the listener, with repeated requests to go to them.
Overall, "Astronaut" is a complex exploration of themes of curiosity, self-discovery, and the potential for both greatness and failure in life.
Line by Line Meaning
I wanna know
what you think about your future
The singer is curious about the listener's plans and ambitions for their future.
Can you tell me what you think,
what you think about your life?
The singer wants to know the listener's opinions and thoughts about their life in general.
I wanna know
what you think of me, your friends
The singer is interested in the listener's thoughts and feelings towards them and their mutual friends.
I wanna know
how you come to be alive
The artist is curious about the listener's personal history and how they came to be alive in the world.
Saw you
take it all
The artist witnessed the listener taking something, whether physical or metaphorical, and claiming it for themselves.
Looking greater
some way 'round
The singer perceives the listener as becoming more impressive or important in some way, possibly by taking risks or making bold choices.
And all time now
take the fall
The listener has come to a point where they must accept responsibility for their actions and face the consequences of their choices.
I wanna know
how you feel when you wake up
The artist is interested in the listener's emotions and state of mind upon waking up in the morning.
I wanna know
how you feel when you sleep
The artist is curious about the listener's feelings and quality of rest during their sleep.
I wanna know
what you dream into this world
Where you gonna go
What are you gonna achieve?
The artist is inquiring about the listener's aspirations and goals for their future and their impact on the world.
When you say
"Want to get"
All your friends say
"Well he's so high"
The singer perceives the listener as wanting to attain something, but their friends see them as being too idealistic or unrealistic.
I'm gonna kick you off your cloud
Want to know
If you want to see the shit
or see my soul
The artist intends to engage with the listener and test whether they are interested in the superficial, external aspects of life or genuine, deeper connections with others.
Wants to get between yourself
and I know your reasons
You could always be an astronaut
Well you could be an astronaut
Well you see this world as it had been made
Nowhere I'm too safe now
Where you sing you do it all
You're looking greater when you go
The singer desires to understand the listener's motivations and rationale behind their actions and the way they perceive the world, acknowledging that their potential is limitless and they have the ability to achieve greatness.
I wanna know
How you feel in this life
I wanna see
How you look when you gonna meet my wife
The singer is interested in the listener's overall emotional state and appearance when meeting the singer's significant other.
You could do it better with vibe
You could do it better when you run
When you're losing all your friends
Because you're just fucking stoned
The singer believes the listener has potential to improve their situation and interpersonal relationships by being more engaged and proactive, rather than relying on substances to cope.
Why would you take it all?
Why would you never take the fall
Who do you think you are
so fucking cool
I think you're nothing more
than a fool
The artist critiques the listener's actions and sense of self-importance, believing them to be foolish and arrogant.
So sad I'd like to make you dare to say
Once to go
But you're already way to drunk and sad
I won't be dared to close your soul
And this water looks like anything
Well this water looks like everything
Down to decide there is not too far to say
Down to the side there is not too far to say
The artist recognizes the listener's sadness and degradation, but also empathizes with their struggle to express themselves and connect with others. They see potential for growth and change, but acknowledge that it may be difficult to achieve.
You said once or twice
You said I'm going to try this once or twice
You said I'm never gonna be, be addicted
Well you never said you were gonna be so dickhead
The listener made previous statements about trying things without becoming addicted, but the singer believes they have not followed through on their intentions and may be acting selfishly or foolishly.
Wants to get it on herself
Somewhere I will find it
Well you could be an astronaut
Well you can be an astronaut
The singer desires to find a connection or meaning within themselves, and believes the listener also has the potential to explore boundless possibilities and reach great heights.
Well you're cool enough to be my friend
Just don't get to
I don't get to I
The artist values the listener as a friend but acknowledges that they may have difficulty relating to each other or expressing their emotions fully.
I wanna know
I wanna go to you
The artist has a strong desire to connect with the listener and better understand them.
Contributed by Juliana M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@deerlord4729
I can see it now:
6 episodes on Earth with all that family drama, 1.5 episodes in space, and a little time; half an episode - maybe the end on Mars
@uncleivanovich
To me, this is one of the best TV series ever aired: deep, emotional, dramatic, with a rare cinematic quality and a gigantic Sean Penn. Canceling it has been a crime.
@IYAMNI
I just watched this again. I forgot what a beautiful, dramatic and poetic series it is.
@andrew1906
This reminds me of Flight; you think its about space travel, but it's really about addiction. Unbelievably well done; I really hope they bring this back. It's one of the most underrated shows out there.
@AwesomestParks
Just started watching this show in 2021
I'm amazed just how much I love it already
@liabw05
Is it coming back?
@edabakb
Looks BEAUTIFUL
@uncensoredpanda484
looks great!
@mushtaqabdurahman8325
Damnnn😂the president's wife from designated survivor😊14s
@macizzle1956
After today’s successful SpaceX launch, I hope this show comes back. The drama gives this show depth. Getting to the launch is half the battle which we see in Season 1 and Season 2, if there is one, clearly would be more about the astronauts journey.