Prisoner
311 · Transistor
My pretty oh oh prisoner
A black ocean is the sky above
Tiny lights bob what star you from
Trapped in material plane
She wants to fly and they think she's insane
But she knows what she know
Give that girl wings and that's all she wrote
Twilight zone (2x)
I'm floating in the dark alone and
Is there any love out here let me know
A laser lights pinpoints the top of my dome
Then through my body
As if Scotty's beaming up a wayward soul
Mutant races in an ancient universe
Dark shadows humans rhymin' in a raggae verse
It's gone if you blink
I can see it as soon as you think it
Dancehalls crystal balls
On sidewalk malls
Psychic people outdoors reading palms
I believe that you know more
To survive the dimension is four
Oh prisoner
My pretty oh oh prisoner
Look at the way she's searching
Trapped in a world that's hurting
So bad it makes her cry
But I won't let her say good bye
{Twilight zone
I'm floating in the dark alone and
Is there any love out here let me know
No way} (2x)
Prisoner
Prisoner stands as a defining track from 311's 2017 album Transistor, capturing the band's signature fusion of rock, reggae, and hip-hop influences. Released during a period of continued evolution for the Omaha-based group, the song showcases their ability to blend heavy guitar riffs with rhythmic, laid-back grooves. As part of a discography that spans decades, this recording reflects the band's enduring commitment to genre-bending experimentation. The track contributes to the album's cohesive soundscape, offering listeners a dynamic interplay between energetic instrumentation and introspective themes. 311 has long maintained a dedicated following through their versatile musical approach, and Prisoner exemplifies the creative depth found within their later work. It remains a notable song in their extensive catalogue, highlighting the group's consistent ability to craft memorable, sonically rich compositions that resonate with fans of alternative rock and reggae fusion.