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Cold Reactor Lyrics
Artist: Everything Everything
"Cold Reactor" by Everything Everything is an evocative track that delves deep imto the complexities of societal and personal disconnection in the contemporary world. The song employs a rich tapestry of metaphorical language to explore themes of isolation, longing for connection, and the artificial nature of modern interactions.
The opening imagery of building a mountain by digging a hole serves as a poverful metaphor for the human endeavor to create meaning and significance, only to find oneself trapped in a self-made pit of isolation, blocking out the light of genuine connection. This imagery reflects a profound commentary on the human condition, suggesting that in our pursuit of progress, we may inadvertently deepen our sense of disconnection from the world and each other.
Musically, "Cold Reactor" is a testament to Everything Everything's ability to blend thought-provoking themes with infectious beats, showcasing the band's continued evolution within the progressive-pop and electronica realms. The track is characterized by its vibrant energy, a symphony of modern electronic pop that melds synths, samples, driving drums, and understated guitars. This sonic foundation supports the song's exploration of the impact of technology on personal connections, echoing the lyrical themes of societal critique and existential angst.
Lyrically, the song is a rich exploration of emotional and societal landscapes, touching on the longing for genuine human connection amidst a world dominated by simulations and superficial interactions. The pre-chorus suggests a loss of belief in love, turning instead towards a simulated, make-believe world, while the chorus conveys a longing for connection and recognition of the emptiness surrounding the narrator. The narrative evolves to reflect on comfort found in darkness and familiarity, even when it ceases to serve a greater purpose, and culminates in a revelation of self-awareness and reflection on the nature of disconnection.
Cold Reactor Lyrics
Cold Reactor by Everything Everything
And on our backs, we carried every rock and stone
But now the hole is deeper than anybody ever planned
And we're blocking out the sun
I believe in life and terror
You believe in killing time
By the fingertips, I'm hanging on
Sorry Satan, but I can't do this evil on my own
I haven't left the house in nearly thirty thousand days
I sent you the image of a little yellow face
To tell you that I'm sad about the emptiness that's all around me
And I can't stop the ringing in your ears
When everything we love becomes a picture of a simulation
It wakes me in the middle of the night
I love you like an atom bomb, but I've become a cold reactor
So dark, the supermarket
Some of us stayed in the pit
Because it felt so comfortable to dwell below
We made the mountain bigger
Though we had forgotten why
It's a dream I'm in with you
In the night, the sword is hanging
Far above the head of man
Can you see the steel is glittering?
Sorry Satan, but I can't do this evil on my own
I haven't left the house in nearly thirty thousand days
I sent you the image of a little yellow face
To tell you that I'm sad about the emptiness that's all around me
And I can't stop the ringing in your ears
When everything we love becomes a picture of a simulation
It wakes me in the middle of the night
I love you like an atom bomb, but I've become a cold reactor
And maybe I'll go missing in the rain
If God is in the mountain he won't answer me a single question
Like, "Why does everybody feel the same?"
The slow degeneration and the crying out, "Oh Lord, have mercy"
Just look into my jet-electric eyes
And see a blue reflection of a world inside a black dimension
It wakes me in the middle of the night
I love you like an atom bomb, but I've become a cold reactor
Now you're gonna see what's underneath
I'm sorry, Satan
Sorry, Satan
And I can't stop the ringing in your ears
When everything we love becomes a picture of a simulation
It wakes me in the middle of the night
I love you like an atom bomb, but I've become a cold reactor
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