Someone
Andrew Kamen Lyrics

In these lyrics, Andrew Kamen uses metaphors and vivid imagery to comment on the complexities and confusions of life. The first line, "Double blind studies muddy the water," suggests that our attempts to seek certainty and truth often end up clouding our understanding. Double-blind studies, a common method in scientific research, are meant to eliminate bias, but here they symbolize the confusion and ambiguity that can arise when trying to navigate through life's challenges.

The next line, "Non sequiturs drip out from the acid blotter," presents a reference to LSD (lysergic acid diethylamide) and the psychedelic experience. Non sequiturs are illogical statements that do not follow a rational sequence, and here they represent the randomness and chaotic nature of thought. The "acid blotter" is metaphorical for the drug used to induce altered states of consciousness, highlighting the idea that our thoughts and perceptions can become distorted and disconnected.

The following lines, "Instantaneous if taken subcutaneous, can you taste it," further explore the theme of altered states. By referencing something being taken subcutaneously (under the skin), Kamen suggests that profound experiences can occur on a deep, emotional level. He asks if one can taste it, symbolizing the intensity and overwhelming sensations that can arise from such experiences.

The fourth line, "We're just pinballs in this petri dish," compares human existence to being inside a small, controlled environment. Like pinballs in a pinball machine, we are bounced around at the mercy of external forces, lacking true agency. The notion of a petri dish implies a sense of being observed or experimented upon, highlighting the limited control we have over our own lives.

The final lines, "Stealing the change from the fountain where we wished that someone would come, are you the one the prophecy spoke of, I don't think so," express a longing for someone or something to offer salvation or answers. The fountain represents a place of hope and desire, where people toss coins and make wishes. However, Kamen expresses skepticism regarding the fulfillment of these hopes and prophecies, suggesting a lack of faith in external forces. Ultimately, these lyrics convey a sense of existential uncertainty and doubt, as well as a yearning for purpose and clarity in an often perplexing world.