Exogenesis: Symphony Part 1
Muse Lyrics
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You stole my overture
Trapped in God's program
Oh I can't escape
who are we?
where are we?
when are we?
why are we?
who are we?
where are we?
why, why, why?
I can't forgive you
and I can't forget
who are we?
where are we?
when are we?
why are we in here?
who are we?
where are we?
when are we?
why are we in here?
The lyrics of Muse's song Exogenesis: Symphony Part 1 are haunting and enigmatic, with questions that are universal and universalizing. The opening lines, "Aping my soul, You stole my overture" suggest an intrusion, a copycat or a mimic. This could refer to a person or a system that has appropriated someone's spirit or creativity. The notion of being "trapped in God's program" further reinforces the idea of being caught in a larger system that is beyond one's control. This could be read in religious or existential terms, invoking the concept of predestination or fatalism.
The repeated questions of "who are we? where are we? when are we? why are we?" emphasize the fundamental uncertainties and mysteries of existence. These questions could be interpreted in many ways, depending on the context and the interpretation of the listener. They could refer to philosophical, scientific, or personal inquiries about identity, location, time, and purpose. The repetition of the questions also creates a sense of urgency and confusion, as if the singer (and the listener) are desperately seeking answers but cannot find any.
Overall, the lyrics of Exogenesis: Symphony Part 1 are poetic and evocative, touching on themes of identity, agency, destiny, and the human condition in a way that is both universal and deeply personal.
Line by Line Meaning
Aping my soul
You're mimicking my innermost being
You stole my overture
You took away the beginning of my creation
Trapped in God's program
We're stuck in a world that was predetermined by a higher power
Oh I can't escape
I can't break free from this world we're in
who are we?
What is our true identity?
where are we?
What is the actual place we exist in?
when are we?
What is the timing of everything we experience?
why are we?
What is the purpose or reason for our existence?
who are we?
What is our true identity?
where are we?
What is the actual place we exist in?
why, why, why?
Repeated questioning of our purpose and existence
I can't forgive you
I can't let go of the pain you've caused me
and I can't forget
I can't erase the memories of how you've hurt me
why are we in here?
Questioning the reason for being in this world again
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Written by: Matthew Bellamy
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