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Chameleon
All India Radio Lyrics
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Sorry, I didn't recognize your face
Funny hey, how it all fits into place
I'm sorry but what was your name again
I've forgotten about the time when we were friends
Chameleon chameleon
How are you today?
Chameleon chameleon
God I hope, I hope that this is right
I don't know who i'm talking to tonight
Oh hey, are you talking to me
I couldn't tell
For your lack of empathy
It's funny hey, how this all fits into place
What was your business here?
You had me once and you'll never have me again
Chameleon chameleon
What color are you today?
Chameleon chameleon
How are you today?
Chameleon chameleon
What games do you play?
Chameleon chameleon
How are you today?
How are you today?
What color are you today?
The lyrics to All India Radio's song "Chameleon" are about recognizing someone who the singer had once known, but now they no longer remember their name or their relationship. The opening lines suggest a sense of surprise or confusion at seeing this person again, even though they should be familiar. The chorus references the title of the song and questions how this person is feeling, noting that they seem to change their mood or personality frequently like a chameleon changes its colors.
As the song continues, the lyrics shift more towards the singer's frustration and anger towards this person. They question the other's motives for being there and accuse them of lacking empathy. The chorus repeats, emphasizing the changes and mystery that surround this person. In the end, the singer continues to ask how this person is doing, but it is unclear if they are genuinely concerned or just pretending to care.
Overall, the song seems to be about how relationships can change over time, and how people can become unrecognizable or even deceitful. The chameleon metaphor adds to this theme, suggesting that people can change their outward appearance to hide their true selves.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh hello.
Greetings.
Sorry, I didn't recognize your face
I apologize for not remembering you.
Funny hey, how it all fits into place
It's ironic how things have worked out.
I'm sorry but what was your name again
I apologize, can you remind me your name?
I've forgotten about the time when we were friends
I can't recall the past when we were acquaintances.
Chameleon chameleon
Addressing the person as a chameleon.
How are you today?
Asking the person about their current condition.
It's been quite awhile since i saw you yesterday
It feels like a long time since the last encounter the previous day.
God I hope, I hope that this is right
Expressing uncertainty and fear of being wrong.
I don't know who i'm talking to tonight
I am not sure who I am conversing with.
Oh hey, are you talking to me
Asking for clarity on who the person is talking to.
I couldn't tell
I am unable to decipher.
For your lack of empathy
This is due to your inability for compassion.
What was your business here?
Questioning the purpose of the person's presence.
You had me once and you'll never have me again
You were part of my past, but you will not be in my future.
What color are you today?
Addressing the person's character and tendencies as a chameleon.
What games do you play?
Asking the person about their intentions and manipulations.
How are you today?
Asking the person about their current condition.
Contributed by Nicholas I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.