Pharaohs & Pyramids
Cut Copy Lyrics

House is burning, she's so cold
Despite her external appearance of being distant and unapproachable, she is burning with an internal fire that makes her hard to resist.

Hands of silver, hands of gold
She has an innate ability to take on different roles and adapt to any situation, making it easier for her to get what she wants.

Rising from a pyramid
Her emergence into the world is grand and prestigious, just like the rising apex of a pyramid.

She'll take you where the pharaohs live
With her help, you can reach the highest levels of power and prestige, akin to that of the ancient pharaohs.

Neatly packaged, sleek design
Her appearance and demeanor are carefully cultivated, and she presents herself in an attractive, desirable way.

Glossy pamphlet, neon sign
She's flashy, bold, and hard to miss, like a garishly lit neon sign or a brochure designed to catch your attention and entice you.

Borrowed like a cigarette
Like a cigarette, she's something that you might not be able to hold onto forever. You don't own her, and you have to give her back eventually.

So that way you'll be good, I guess
By giving in and following her lead, you'll gain her approval and be deemed ‘good enough’ for her.

Beauty of a love his ghost
The idea of loving her is alluring and beautiful, but the reality is fleeting and intangible, like a ghost.

Familiar as a talk show host
Despite the glamour and showmanship, knowing her well enough will make her seem more commonplace and relatable, like a TV personality.

Quick and deadly in the night
She's shrewd and cunning, moving quickly to take advantage of any opportunity that presents itself, even if it means being ruthless.

She's something we can't live without
Despite her flaws and pitfalls, she's become an essential part of our lives and we can't imagine living without her.

Loudspeakers sound, white disco light
Amidst the loud and flashy trappings of the nightclub, our troubles and worries fade away.

It's one for us who fall apart
The ephemeral nature of the nightclub scene is particularly attractive to those of us who are adrift and looking to escape from our problems.

(Nobody here breaking hearts)
Despite the hedonistic atmosphere of the nightclub, everyone is there to enjoy themselves and not cause any pain or heartbreak to others.

(Nobody here breaking hearts)
Despite the hedonistic atmosphere of the nightclub, everyone is there to enjoy themselves and not cause any pain or heartbreak to others.