I believe there are multiple messages in this song. Basically the scene has changed but the game is still the same. When rock and roll became popular, everyone jumped on board because it was the new cool thing. The song is relating that to the current generation. The majority listen to a genre not because it is amazing, but it is the cool thing to do, like mindless zombies unable to decide for themselves. It also conveys that all hope is not lost however, as there are many open minded people who still explore other music and still listen to rock and roll. The zombie line in the song is indicative of the fact that "classic rock" is still popular. This is my take on the whole scenario.
On a side note, in contrast to the song "Video Killed the Radio Star" to which this song pays homage, I believe the revolution this time is much more significant. Music videos did not have near the impact that the internet did on the entire music scene, or the world for that matter. The internet truly gave the power of control to the people.
I believe there are multiple messages in this song. Basically the scene has changed but the game is still the same. When rock and roll became popular, everyone jumped on board because it was the new cool thing. The song is relating that to the current generation. The majority listen to a genre not because it is amazing, but it is the cool thing to do, like mindless zombies unable to decide for themselves. It also conveys that all hope is not lost however, as there are many open minded people who still explore other music and still listen to rock and roll. The zombie line in the song is indicative of the fact that "classic rock" is still popular. This is my take on the whole scenario.
On a side note, in contrast to the song "Video Killed the Radio Star" to which this song pays homage, I believe the revolution this time is much more significant. Music videos did not have near the impact that the internet did on the entire music scene, or the world for that matter. The internet truly gave the power of control to the people.