The band's first single, Sail debuted at #30 on the U.S. Billboard Alternative Songs chart on the chart week of February 10, 2011. The band released their debut album Megalithic Symphony digitally on March 15th, 2011, and the physical CD was released March 29th, 2011 on Red Bull Records. The album features 15 tracks with iTunes and Amazon featuring the bonus tracks "Swinging from the Castles" and "Shoestrings" respectively.
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Eye In The Sky
Awolnation Lyrics
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Don't let the fire rush to your head
I've heard the accusation before
And I ain't gonna take any more
Believe me
The sun in your eyes
Made some of the lies worth believing
Looking at you
I can read your mind
I am the maker of rules
Dealing with fools
I can cheat you blind
And I don't need to see any more
To know that
I can read your mind (I can read your mind)
I can read your mind (I can read your mind)
I can read your mind (I can read your mind)
I can read your mind
Don't leave false illusions behind
Don't cry 'cause I ain't changing my mind
So find another fool like before
'Cause I ain't gonna live anymore believing
Some of the lies while all of the signs are deceiving
I am the eye in the sky
Looking at you
I can read your mind
I am the maker of rules
Dealing with fools
I can cheat you blind
And I don't need to see any more
To know that
I can read your mind (I can read your mind)
I can read your mind (I can read your mind)
I can read your mind (I can read your mind)
I can read your mind
I am the eye in the sky
Looking at you
I can read your mind
I am the maker of rules
Dealing with fools
I can cheat you blind
And I don't need to see any more
To know that
I can read your mind (I can read your mind)
I can read your mind (I can read your mind)
I can read your mind (I can read your mind)
I can read your mind
(I can read your mind)
(I can read your mind)
(I can read your mind)
(I can read your mind)
The lyrics to "Eye in the Sky" by AWOLNATION featuring Beck explore themes of deception, manipulation, and the feeling of being watched. The song speaks to the idea of someone being all-seeing, with the ability to read minds and see through false illusions. The singer warns against saying words that will be regretted and urges the listener not to let their emotions overpower them. They have heard accusations before and are determined not to tolerate them anymore.
The chorus emphasizes the singer's role as the "eye in the sky," someone who has the power to see and understand the thoughts of others. They claim to be the one who makes the rules and can easily deceive and manipulate others, ultimately concluding that they don't need to see any more to know what is going on in the minds of those around them.
The lyrics also touch upon the idea of false illusions and the willingness to believe lies, even when the signs suggest otherwise. The singer refuses to live in a state of deception anymore and encourages the listener to find another fool to believe in.
Overall, the song conveys a sense of power, control, and a warning to those who may be deceived.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't say words you're gonna regret
Think before you speak, as the repercussions of your words can be harmful.
Don't let the fire rush to your head
Don't allow your emotions to cloud your judgment and make impulsive decisions.
I've heard the accusation before
The singer has been falsely accused in the past.
And I ain't gonna take any more
The artist refuses to tolerate any further mistreatment or false accusations.
Believe me
The artist wants to emphasize the truthfulness of their statement.
The sun in your eyes
The singer is referring to someone being blinded by their own delusions or skewed perspective.
Made some of the lies worth believing
Despite being aware of the lies, the person's convincing demeanor or manipulative tactics might make the lies seem believable.
I am the eye in the sky
The artist considers themselves an observant and perceptive individual who sees through deceit.
Looking at you
The artist is specifically addressing the person they are referring to.
I can read your mind
The artist claims to understand the thoughts and intentions of the person they are addressing.
I am the maker of rules
The singer sees themselves as having authority and control over the situation.
Dealing with fools
The artist has experience in handling deceptive or foolish individuals.
I can cheat you blind
The singer possesses the ability to deceive and manipulate others without them realizing it.
And I don't need to see any more
The singer is confident in their understanding and does not require further evidence.
To know that
The singer is certain of their conclusions based on the information they already have.
Don't leave false illusions behind
Don't cling to misleading or deceptive beliefs and expectations.
Don't cry 'cause I ain't changing my mind
Your emotional pleas will not sway the artist's resolve or decisions.
So find another fool like before
The singer suggests that the person they are addressing should seek out someone else who can be easily manipulated.
'Cause I ain't gonna live anymore believing
The singer refuses to live in a state of blind faith or trust any longer.
Some of the lies while all of the signs are deceiving
Even though some lies may seem persuasive, the multiple indicators or evidence point towards deception.
(I can read your mind)
Reiteration of the artist's claim to possess an understanding of the other person's thoughts and intentions.
(I can read your mind)
Reiteration of the artist's claim to possess an understanding of the other person's thoughts and intentions.
(I can read your mind)
Reiteration of the singer's claim to possess an understanding of the other person's thoughts and intentions.
(I can read your mind)
Reiteration of the artist's claim to possess an understanding of the other person's thoughts and intentions.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Alan Parsons, Eric Norman Wolfson
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