Runners Dial Zero
Beck · Other Songs - Beck
We slit our throats and dreamed
When the building's burned
Was there some concern
Mother laid in bed
What was it she said?
Gather all your worldly jewels
And scatter them like fools
Don't you make a fuss
Days so perilous
When day is done we'll ride
Who cares what we find
Another misspent night
We thought we got it right
The driver lost a wheel
The ice turned into steel
They shivered like refugees
Way down on our knees
By the dried up stream
We slit our throats and dreamed
When the building's burned
Was there some concerned
Mother laid in bed
What was it she said?
Runners Dial Zero
Released on Beck's 1994 album *Odelay*, "Runners Dial Zero" stands as a defining track of the alternative rock era, blending psychedelic textures with the band's signature eclectic sound. The song features a distinctive, repetitive guitar riff that anchors its hypnotic groove, characteristic of the album's experimental approach to rock and roll. It exemplifies Beck's ability to merge pop sensibilities with complex musical arrangements, creating an atmosphere that feels both nostalgic and forward-looking. As a staple of the *Odelay* catalogue, the recording captures the vibrant energy of the mid-90s indie scene while showcasing Beck's unique vocal delivery and songwriting craft. The track remains a significant piece of his discography, often cited for its atmospheric depth and its role in cementing the album's legacy as a cultural touchstone.