Sunburn
βͺ Muse Lyrics
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Another corporate show, a guilty conscience grows
And I'll feel a guilty conscience grow
And I'll feel a guilty conscience grow
She burns like the sun, and I can't look away
She'll burn our horizons, make no mistake
Come let the truth be shared, no one ever dared
To break these endless lies, secretly she cries
She burns like the sun, and I can't look away
She'll burn our horizons, make no mistake
And I'll hide from the world behind a broken frame
And I'll burn forever, I can't face the shame
And I'll hide from the world behind a broken frame
And I'll burn forever, I can't face the shame
The lyrics of Muse's "Sunburn" talks about a corporate show and a woman causing a guilty conscience to grow secretly. The rapaciousness of the corporate world is highlighted with the lyrics "Come waste your millions here". The woman mentioned possibly represents an opportunity or temptation that a person can't avoid despite knowing that it is wrong. The guilt felt by the singer grows stronger as they entertain these selfish desires.
The chorus emphasizes the intensity of this temptation with the comparison to the sun. The woman burns like the sun, and the singer can't look away. This comparison suggests that the temptation is irresistible but can lead to destruction. "She'll burn our horizons, make no mistake" means that succumbing to this temptation will only lead to a dismal future.
The second verse highlights the importance of sharing the truth and breaking free from the lies. The woman's crying secretly emphasizes the deception that lies within temptations. The chorus repeats, emphasizing that the singer can't escape this temptation, and the shame they feel manifests as a burning sensation.
Overall, "Sunburn" is a cautionary tale about the dangers of succumbing to temptation, especially in a corporate or business setting. It reveals the guilt and shame that come with following greed without considering the consequences.
Line by Line Meaning
Come waste your millions here, secretly she says
The woman invites people to spend their money without realizing that their wealth is only being wasted.
Another corporate show, a guilty conscience grows
The events that take place on this extravagant display scheme cause people to feel remorseful and uncomfortable about their participation in the matter.
And I'll feel a guilty conscience grow
The biased and frivolous corporate activities that the woman participates in, provoke the singer to a guilty awakening that becomes increasingly more prominent.
She burns like the sun, and I can't look away
The woman is so riveting and all-consuming that the singer cannot resist her charm.
She'll burn our horizons, make no mistake
The woman's allure and the excessive corporate displays she orchestrates, will create unforeseeable problems for those involved.
Come let the truth be shared, no one ever dared
It is time to speak up and put an end to the lies and deceit that the woman and her collaborators have been spreading.
To break these endless lies, secretly she cries
Despite the facade of confidence and control, deep down, the woman is remorseful for what she has participated in and is desperate for a change.
And I'll hide from the world behind a broken frame
The guilt and shame that the artist experiences due to their participation in the corrupt activities causes them to become reclusive and ashamed.
And I'll burn forever, I can't face the shame
The singer feels that they will continue to suffer indefinitely, unable to cope with the guilt and humiliation they have brought upon themselves.
Lyrics Β© Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MATTHEW JAMES BELLAMY
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you can not react to Muse without the first 3 albums
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That is the best muse (like the nowadays Muse but that was better)
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Showbiz is good but not the best muse. Best muse is from origin of symmetry to black holes and revelations
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Love those, but donβt forget Hullabaloo Soundtrack.
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I love Origin of Symmetry
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For realπ―
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FACT INSERT: MUSE ARE THE GREATEST LIVE PERFORMING BAND OF THIS CENTURY, PERIOD
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I can vouch for that. Can't wait to see them this year
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name one 1900's band better live than muse.
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Saw them in Marseille not long ago, wasn't disapointed at all, very good.