I hate updates -  Aton O’Cat

Release information about “I hate updates”

• Artist: Aton O’Cat

• Release date: October 22 , 2021

• Genre: Funny Rock / Satire Rock 

• Theme: Technology frustration, software updates, digital overload 

• Lyrics & Music: Joseph J. Nota

• Special contribution: Ling Pee Ching (Pipa) 

• Mood: Playful, ironic, energetic 

About “I hate updates”

“I Hate Updates” is Aton O’Cat’s humorous response to a universal modern irritation: devices that constantly demand updates at the worst possible moment.

Inspired by everyday frustrations with PCs, smartphones, and even cars, the song turns technological annoyance into satire. The exaggerated refrain reflects the collective sigh many people feel when confronted with “One moment please, we are updating your device.”

A special element of the song is the inclusion of the Pipa, played by Ling Pee Ching, adding a quirky and unexpected sonic twist. The track was mixed and mastered by Thomas Isaksson from The Tombell Project.

Song meaning / interpretation “I hate updates”

“I Hate Updates” is not anti-technology, it is anti-frustration. The song highlights:

• The irony of updates that create new bugs

• The illusion of “improvement” that causes disruption

• The growing dependence on software systems

• The absurdity of digital control panels in cars

The repeated chorus functions almost like a chant, exaggerating irritation to comedic levels. Even the playful line referencing “Bill” adds to the satire rather than direct blame.

The final punchline “And by the way, I hate passwords too!” broadens the joke to all modern digital annoyances.

Musical DNA “I hate updates”

Musically, the song supports its satirical tone:

• Energetic rock groove, driving the humor forward

• Repetitive chant-like chorus, reinforcing frustration

• Sharp rhythmic phrasing, mirroring irritation

• Unexpected Pipa texture, adding originality

• Straightforward structure, keeping the joke accessible

The production keeps things lively and fun rather than aggressive.

Full lyrics “I hate updates”

(Lyrics and Music  -  © Joseph J Nota)

In the morning I start up my PC

One moment please we are updating your device

It always takes so very long just that is the guarantee

If it only was a moment wouldn’t that be nice?

Man I hate updates updates updates

They really really really really really frustrate

Please take Bill to the gates

Let him fixate on something else to fix and aid

Man I hate updates updates updates

They really really really really really frustrate

Please take Bill to the gates

Let him fixate on something else to fix and aid

At night they automatically update my smartphone

At first, that sounds good because not in my time

They improve the software as steady as a stone

But they create bugs more than onetime

Man I hate updates updates updates

They really really really really really frustrate

Please take Bill to the gates

Let him fixate on something else to fix and aid

Man I hate updates updates updates

They really really really really really frustrate

Please take Bill to the gates

Let him fixate on something else to fix and aid

And what about my car after maintenance?

When they updated my control panel

I almost lost car control and had to call insurance

Why did they let me drive and didn’t they tell?

Man I hate updates updates updates

They really really really really really frustrate

Please take Bill to the gates

Let him fixate on something else to fix and aid

Man I hate updates updates updates

They really really really really really frustrate

Please take Bill to the gates

Let him fixate on something else to fix and aid

Man I hate updates updates updates

And by the way, I hate passwords too!

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