Planet Zero – English Lyrics

• By: Shinedown
• Album: Planet Zero

Lyrics & Translation

Dive into the raw energy of Shinedown's 'Planet Zero' and explore the English language through its powerful and thought-provoking lyrics. This song offers a great opportunity to learn vocabulary related to social commentary and contemporary issues. Its direct and impactful message makes it a compelling piece of music for language learners to engage with and understand.

[English]

Down here on planet zero

They swing that gavel hard

No words, no peace, no advocate

No signs of life so far

Better pray for the soul of the citizen

Better pray that you're not erased

On your knees, for the life you're livin'

On your knees or you'll be replaced

Replaced

Out here on planet zero

We live like no tomorrow

I think we've reached the ceiling

They're canceling your feelings

On to better days or so they say

But I don't think so

They're murdering our heroes

Out here on planet zero

Look at me, I'm not lookin' for a favor

I'm just lookin' for an axe to grind

All hail power to the people

Except you, you check the box we don't

Like

Don't like

So bite your tongue 'cause it might save your life

Out here on planet zero

We live like no tomorrow

I think we've reached the ceiling

They're canceling your feelings

On to better days or so they say

But I don't think so

They're murdering our heroes

Out here on planet zero

Ten, nine

Eight, seven

Six, five

Four, three, two, one

Shut the door, say a prayer, kill the lights

Bite your tongue 'cause it might save your life

Shut the door, say a prayer, hold your breath

No one's comin', you're the only one left

Down here on planet zero

There might be no tomorrow

I think we've reached the ceiling

They're canceling your feelings

On to better days or so they say

But I don't think so

They murdered all your heroes

Down here on planet zero!

Zero

(Zero!) Shut the door, say a prayer, kill the lights

Bite your tongue 'cause it might save your life

(Zero!) Shut the door, say a prayer, hold your breath

No one's comin', you're the only one left

...

Key Vocabulary

Vocabulary	Meanings
planet /ˈplænɪt/ B1	noun - a celestial body moving in an orbit around a star
swing /swɪŋ/ B1	verb - move or cause to move back and forth or from side to side
gavel /ˈɡævl/ B2	noun - a small wooden hammer used by a judge in court to call for order.
words /wɜːrdz/ A1	noun - a unit of language that has meaning and can be spoken or written
peace /piːs/ A2	noun - freedom from disturbance; tranquility.
life /laɪf/ A1	noun - the condition that distinguishes animals and plants from inorganic matter, including the capacity for growth, reproduction, functional activity, and continual change preceding death.
citizen /ˈsɪtɪzn/ B1	noun - a legally recognized subject or national of a state or commonwealth, either native or naturalized.
soul /səʊl/ B2	noun - the spiritual or immaterial part of a human being or animal, regarded as immortal.
knees /niːz/ A1	noun - the joint between the thigh and the lower leg.
feelings /ˈfiːlɪŋz/ A2	noun - an emotional state or reaction.
heroes /ˈhɪərəʊz/ B2	noun - a person who is admired or idealized for courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities.
favor /ˈfeɪvər/ B1	noun - an act of kindness beyond what is due or usual.
axe /æks/ B1	noun - a tool with a heavy blade on a handle, used for chopping wood or as a weapon.
grind /ɡraɪnd/ B2	verb - reduce (something) to small particles by crushing it.
power /ˈpaʊər/ B1	noun - the capacity or ability to direct or influence the behavior of others or the course of events.
tongue /tʌŋ/ A2	noun - the fleshy muscular organ in the mouth.
shut /ʃʌt/ A1	verb - close (something) by moving a part of it into position.
prayer /prɛər/ A2	noun - a solemn request for help or expression of thanks addressed to God or an object of worship.
breath /brɛθ/ A1	noun - the air that is taken into or let out of the lungs.
lights /laɪts/ A1	noun - the natural agent that stimulates sight and makes things visible.
murdered /ˈmɜːrdərd/ B2	verb - kill (someone) unlawfully and with premeditation.
ceiling /ˈsiːlɪŋ/ B1	noun - the upper interior surface of a room or other similar compartment.
erased /ɪˈreɪst/ B2	verb - remove (writing or marks) by rubbing or wiping.

Key Grammar Structures

• Down here on planet zero

  ➔ Present Simple with 'here'

  ➔ The phrase 'Down here' uses the present simple to indicate a current location or situation, emphasizing the speaker's perspective.

• They swing that gavel hard

  ➔ Present Simple with 'that'

  ➔ The phrase 'swing that gavel' uses the present simple to describe a habitual or general action, with 'that' emphasizing the specific object.

• No words, no peace, no advocate

  ➔ Parallel Structure

  ➔ The line uses parallel structure with repeated 'no' to emphasize the absence of multiple elements, creating a rhythmic and impactful effect.

• Better pray for the soul of the citizen

  ➔ Modal Verb 'had better'

  ➔ The phrase 'Better pray' uses the modal verb 'had better' to express strong advice or warning, indicating a necessity for action.

• They're canceling your feelings

  ➔ Present Continuous

  ➔ The phrase 'They're canceling' uses the present continuous to describe an action happening now or around now, emphasizing its ongoing nature.

• All hail power to the people

  ➔ Imperative Mood

  ➔ The phrase 'All hail' uses the imperative mood to give a command or make a strong statement, urging action or acknowledgment.

• Bite your tongue 'cause it might save your life

  ➔ Contraction and Reason Clause

  ➔ The phrase uses contraction ('cause) and a reason clause to explain why the action should be taken, linking cause and effect.

• No one's comin', you're the only one left

  ➔ Contraction with Apostrophe

  ➔ The phrase uses contractions ('No one's', 'you're') with apostrophes to shorten words, maintaining informal tone and flow.