Ali is the younger brother of Dougie Thomson, a member of the 70's group Supertramp.
Dark Matter
Ali Thomson Lyrics
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Molecules are hidden from the light
A conversation that's going nowhere
Dividing all the love we need to share
And everything they say will come back to betray you
Dark Matter getting inside your head
Strange chatter spinning on the inter web
And the rhetoric runs blood red
Dark Matter in your head
A new deception that's written in code
Moving in between us like a ghost
A constellation of idiot souls
Just vapour trails of stories never told
But everything they say will come back to betray you
Dark Matter getting inside your head
Strange chatter spinning on the inter web
What you gonna do when the truth's no use
And the rhetoric runs blood red
Dark Matter in your head
But what if the truth is
The arc of the universe
Was never really bending
Towards justice
Dark Matter getting inside your head
Strange chatter spinning on the inter web
What you gonna do when the truth's no use
And the rhetoric runs blood red
Dark Matter getting inside your head
Strange chatter spinning on the inter web
What you gonna do when the truth's no use
And the rhetoric runs blood red
Dark Matter in your head
The lyrics of "Dark Matter" by Ali Thomson convey a sense of distance and disconnection between individuals, likened to the vast empty space filled with unseen particles of dark matter. The opening lines describe a feeling of separation, as if there is a barrier preventing the molecules of love and understanding from coming to light. The idea of a conversation going nowhere hints at communication breakdown and a lack of mutual connection, leading to a division in the sharing of love. The warning that "everything they say will come back to betray you" suggests a sense of mistrust and the fear of being deceived.
The recurring motif of dark matter creeping into one's thoughts and conversations evokes a sense of ominous intrusion and confusion. The reference to "Strange chatter spinning on the inter web" alludes to the noise and misinformation propagated online, adding to the chaos and distortion of reality. The questioning of what one should do when faced with a truth that seems useless, coupled with the mention of rhetoric turning blood red, hints at the danger of manipulation and propaganda influencing one's perceptions and beliefs.
The lyrics delve into themes of deception and hidden agendas, symbolized by the cryptic code and ghostly presence described as moving between people. The comparison of individuals to a constellation of idiot souls suggests a collective ignorance or blindness to the truths that are never fully expressed or understood. The repetition of the warning that "everything they say will come back to betray you" underscores the pervasive sense of distrust and potential betrayal lurking beneath the surface of interactions.
The final stanza introduces a contemplative perspective on truth and justice, questioning the fundamental nature of the universe and whether it truly bends towards justice as commonly believed. This existential pondering adds a layer of philosophical depth to the song's themes of deception, manipulation, and the unreliability of truth. The repetition of the chorus and the haunting imagery of dark matter infiltrating one's thoughts and the echo chamber of online chatter serve to emphasize the insidious nature of falsehoods and the challenge of navigating a world filled with conflicting narratives and hidden motives.
Line by Line Meaning
The space between us doesn't seem right
Our relationship feels off and distant
Molecules are hidden from the light
Hidden truths are being kept in the shadows
A conversation that's going nowhere
Our discussions are unproductive and stagnant
Dividing all the love we need to share
Our love is being torn apart instead of shared
And everything they say will come back to betray you
Words spoken by others will eventually reveal a betrayal
A new deception that's written in code
A fresh deception that is difficult to decipher
Moving in between us like a ghost
Causing a divide between us like an unseen presence
A constellation of idiot souls
Group of foolish individuals
Just vapour trails of stories never told
Only traces of untold tales remain
But everything they say will come back to betray you
Statements made by them will end up deceiving you
But what if the truth is The arc of the universe Was never really bending Towards justice
What if reality shows that justice was never a guaranteed outcome
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Written by: ALI THOMSON
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