Robot
stellastarr* Lyrics


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Ooh, by design (by design)
You're gonna hurt yourself
Ooh, by design (by design)
You're gonna hurt yourself
Ooh, by design (by design)
You're gonna hurt yourself
Ooh, by design (by design)
You're gonna hurt yourself

Ooh, by design
You're gonna hurt yourself
Ooh, by design
You're gonna hurt yourself
Ooh, by design
You're gonna hurt yourself
Ooh, by design

By the road
By the road
By the road
By the road

Ooh
By the road, ooh
By the road, ooh




By the road, ooh
By the road, ooh

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to stellastarr*'s song "Robot" can be interpreted as a warning against self-destruction. The repetition of "by design" suggests that the subject is aware of the harmful consequences of their actions, yet continues to make choices that will inevitably lead to their own pain. The lyrics "you're gonna hurt yourself" serve as a reminder of the ultimate outcome of these choices. The line "by the road" could symbolize a metaphorical crossroads, where the subject must decide whether to continue down a destructive path or take a different route.


Additionally, the word "Robot" itself could represent a sense of detachment and lack of control over one's actions, as if the subject is being controlled by some outside force. The repetition of the phrase "Ooh, by design" also gives a sense of resignation and acceptance, as if the subject believes they have no power to change the path they are on.


Overall, "Robot" serves as a cautionary tale about the consequences of self-destructive behavior and the importance of taking responsibility for one's own actions.


Line by Line Meaning

Ooh, by design (by design) You're gonna hurt yourself
Intentionally, you're paving the way to cause harm to yourself.


Ooh, by design You're gonna hurt yourself
It's your deliberate doing, and the consequence will be your own suffering.


By the road By the road By the road By the road
You're following along the path you've chosen, without any diversion.


Ooh By the road, ooh By the road, ooh By the road, ooh By the road, ooh
There's a hint of agony within you, having realized the troubles that lie ahead due to your own decision to stick by the same route.




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Comments from YouTube:

Lazlo King

found this song on my old ipod from when i was 13. wtf happened man this was such a bop i wish this blew up

Patrick Cuthill

get this album on spotify!

Karl Cepeda

Right?????!!!!!! Please spotify!!

Schmeldwick smith

aaaagh! why does this video end before the end of the song?! Blue balls! aaargh!