Special K
♫ Placebo Lyrics
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On this coronary thief
More than just a leitmotif
More chaotic, no relief
I'll describe the way I feel
Weeping wounds that never heal
Can the savior be for real
Or are you just my seventh seal?
No hesitation, no delay
You come on just like special K
Just like I swallowed half my stash
I never ever want to crash
No hesitation, no delay
You come on just like special K
Now you're back with dope demand
I'm on sinking sand
Gravity
No escaping gravity
Gravity
No escaping, not for free
I fall down, hit the ground
Make a heavy sound
Every time you seem to come around
I'll describe the way I feel
You're my new Achilles heel
Can this savior be for real
Or are you just my seventh seal?
No hesitation, no delay
You come on just like special K
Just like I swallowed half my stash
I never ever want to crash
No hesitation, no delay
You come on just like special K
Now you're back with dope demand
I'm on sinking sand
Gravity
No escaping gravity
Gravity
No escaping, not for free
I fall down, hit the ground
Make a heavy sound
Every time you seem to come around
No escaping gravity
No escaping gravity
No escaping gravity
No escaping gravity
Gravity [Repeat: x4]
"Special K" by Placebo describes the turbulent experiences of being in love with someone who is both a blessing and a curse. The lyrics evoke a sense of being overwhelmed and helpless, with the singer struggling to cope with the intensity of their emotions. The title itself refers to the drug ketamine, which is known to cause hallucinations and dissociation, further emphasizing the idea of feeling disorientated and out of control.
In the first verse, the singer describes their emotional state as "beyond belief," suggesting that they are unable to comprehend the intensity of their feelings. The image of a "coronary thief" adds to the sense of danger and risk associated with the situation. The singer admits that their pain is ongoing, represented by "weeping wounds that never heal." The mention of a "savior" and a "seventh seal" suggests that the singer is hoping for a way out of their suffering, although they are not sure if it is possible.
The chorus further emphasizes the idea of being unable to control oneself, with the singer comparing their love interest to the drug Special K. They describe the feeling of being unable to resist, despite the danger it poses. The line "Now you're back with dope demand" further reinforces the idea that the love interest is a drug, with the singer feeling trapped and powerless. The repeated use of "gravity" suggests that the singer feels as though they are being pulled down or suffocated by their emotions.
Overall, "Special K" is a deeply introspective examination of intense emotions and the power they can hold over an individual. The reference to ketamine adds a layer of meaning to the lyrics, suggesting that the singer is comparing their emotional state to the effects of the drug.
Line by Line Meaning
Coming up beyond belief
I am experiencing a feeling that is so intense and powerful, it surpasses belief.
On this coronary thief
This feeling is like a thief that has stolen my heart and taken control of my emotions.
More than just a leitmotif
This feeling is not just a recurring musical theme, but a significant part of my life.
More chaotic, no relief
Despite the intensity of my feelings, it only brings chaos and offers no relief.
I'll describe the way I feel
I will try to express the emotions that I am experiencing.
Weeping wounds that never heal
My emotional wounds are forever open and bleeding, with no hope of healing.
Can the savior be for real
I am uncertain whether the person that I am looking up to as a savior is actually genuine or not.
Or are you just my seventh seal?
I am questioning if this person is the final seal that must be broken to unlock my true feelings or the harbinger of my downfall.
No hesitation, no delay
This person comes into my life with no hesitation and holds back nothing.
You come on just like special K
You have the same effect on me as the drug Special K, which causes euphoria and hallucinations.
Just like I swallowed half my stash
I feel like I have taken half of my stash of Special K, and I don't want to experience the crash that follows.
I never ever want to crash
I am afraid of the emotional crash that will follow if I fall too deep for this person.
Now you're back with dope demand
The person has returned into my life, making demands of me that feel overwhelming, like a drug addict's craving for a fix.
I'm on sinking sand
I feel like I am on unstable ground, sinking deeper and deeper into my emotions that are out of control.
Gravity
I cannot escape the gravity of my feelings for this person.
No escaping gravity
I cannot escape the force of my emotions.
No escaping, not for free
There is no easy way out - I will pay a price for what I am feeling.
I fall down, hit the ground
Every time this person comes back into my life, I feel like I am falling and hitting the ground hard, unable to stand up again.
Make a heavy sound
The impact of my emotional fall makes a loud, heavy sound that reverberates through my life.
No escaping gravity
Once again, I realize that I cannot escape the force of my emotions.
No escaping gravity
Despite my attempts to escape, I am still trapped in the pull of my emotions.
No escaping gravity
I am stuck, unable to break free from my emotional gravity.
No escaping gravity
No matter how hard I try, I will always be under the influence of my feelings for this person.
Gravity [Repeat: x4]
The force of my emotions is unrelenting and will always be present, represented by the repetition of the word 'Gravity'.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BRIAN MOLKO, STEFAN OLSDAL, STEVEN HEWITT
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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