The group became known for their intelligent, slightly off-kilter brand of rock, which featured the use of compound and changing meters, thus affiliating them with the "math rock" movement.
The group broke up in May 1991, with Timony joining Helium and Billotte forming Slant 6.
Vision
Autoclave Lyrics
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I know when I drop it this vision
made of steel, made of glass
Why are you so bright?
star fades in and out
But if I did let it go would it crash?
Why are you so bright?
star fades in and out
It'll all go down, it'll go down
The lyrics to Autoclave's song "Vision" are open to different interpretations. The song is relatively short and simple but has a depth to it that can only be understood when one delves deeper into its meaning. As the song begins, the singer describes having a vision of someone that is made of glass, implying that the person is fragile and possibly delicate. The next line hints at the possibility of the vision being more robust as it is made of steel, indicating that the person may have a degree of strength and resilience.
The lines "Why are you so bright? Star fades in and out" add a layer of complexity to the song. It suggests that the person in question might be someone who is very charismatic and shines brightly, but who may also be variable, fading in and out like a star. The repetition of the question indicates a sense of confusion, as if the singer is unsure about the person's true nature. The final lines - "But if I did let it go, would it crash? I don't know if I could pick it up and put it back" - suggest that the singer is contemplating the consequences of letting go of the relationship they have with the person in question. The entire song is shrouded in ambiguity and leaves enough room for various interpretations.
Line by Line Meaning
I had a vision of you made of glass
I imagined seeing through you, all the way to the core of your being
I know when I drop it this vision
I understand that my perception of you is fragile and may shatter if I lose my grasp on it
made of steel, made of glass
You have an outward appearance of toughness but inside you are vulnerable
Why are you so bright?
I am curious as to what makes you shine and stand out from the rest
star fades in and out
Your brilliance comes and goes, just like a star
But if I did let it go would it crash?
I wonder if I were to release my hold on you, would you come crashing down?
I don't know if I could pick it up and put it back
I don't know if I could repair the damage that dropping you would cause
It'll all go down, it'll go down
Everything will eventually crumble and fall apart, no matter how solid it seems to be
Contributed by Madison P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.