The Robots
Kraftwerk
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We're charging our battery And now we're full of energy We are the robots We're functioning automatik And we are dancing mechanik We are the robots Ja tvoi sluga (=I'm your slave) Ja tvoi Rabotnik robotnik (=I'm your worker) We are programmed just to do anything you want us to we are the robots We're functioning automatic and we are dancing mechanic we are the robots Ja tvoi sluga (=I'm your slave) Ja tvoi Rabotnik robotnik (=I'm your worker) We are the robots
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Written by: Karl Bartos, Ralf Huetter, Florian Schneider Esleben
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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8 facts about this song
Historical Significance"The Robots" is recognized as one of the early songs in the "Electro" genre. Its contribution to the development of electronic music is significant, giving Kraftwerk a pioneering status in the industry.
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Release DataThe song was released in 1978 as a single from their seventh studio album "The Man-Machine". It further established Kraftwerk’s reputation as pioneers in electronic music.
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Musical CompositionUnlike many traditional western songs, "The Robots" doesn't follow the typical verse-chorus structure. Instead, it has a repetitive, looping melody designed to mimic the mechanical actions of a robot.
- The song uses various instruments such as vocoders, synthesizers, electronic drums, and speech synthesis to create its unique sound.
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Cultural ImpactKraftwerk’s "The Robots" has often been used to convey a futuristic and technologically advanced atmosphere in various forms of media due to its innovative sound.
- Multiple music artists including David Bowie cite Kraftwerk as an influence, showcasing the song's far-reaching impact.
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Lyrics and Themes"The Robots" presents a theme of man's relationship with machines in the future. It suggests the idea that robots could potentially take over human work, illustrating the anxieties about technology's role in society.
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PerformanceIn live performances of "The Robots", the band was known to use robot mannequins which would perform choreographed movements in sync with the music in lieu of the band members.
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ReceptionThe song was very well received by critics, earning praise for its innovative use of electronic instruments and futuristic themes. It is still considered a classic within the electronic music genre.
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Commercial SuccessAlthough the song did not chart highly upon its initial release, it has since gained a significant following and is considered one of Kraftwerk's most popular songs.
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