Camouflage
Coheed and Cambria Lyrics
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And the bullseye smote the honest
Before the hunt, I feel I'm getting used to them
Tired from the effects from memory
Fluttering relapse
Sparks of sudden interest and truth
Trying to get myself from this stain!
We echo through this song
Yes, and in it's words, I'll rise!
But yes, I caught this stain!
Begins to multiply, whoa!
We echo through this song
Yes, and in its words, I'll rise!
Can you see what you cannot have?
Which in all honesty
You may think you do, but you don't
Question, question: Love?
I wouldn't give you the time of day!
Like I said
Pinging in the same tone of voice
Can you hear me in this sound?
Sound..
Yes, I caught this stain!
Begins to multiply, whoa!
We echo through this song
Yes, and in it's words, I'll rise!
Yes, I caught this stain!
Yes it begins to multiply, whoa!
We echo through this song
Yes, and in it's words, I'll rise!
I wish you'd leave me alone!
In all our consciousness
I come pummel you down
Inspire thought unconsciously
Why can't you bring it?
Bring back in each mistake
I begin a lie
I wish that this lie...
Oh, what's the matter?
Born!
Yes, I told you what the f**k is all this shit for?
(Change my view) I could not lie to you
Born!
Yes, I told you what the f**k is all this shit for?
You know I could not lie to you
(Lie.. I speak sinking.. Lie..
I cannot.. The people..
Walked away..)
Oh, a lie, oh
Oh..
Oh, a lie, a lie, a lie, a lie
Born!
My hands are cold, what the f**k is all this shit for?
I could not lie to you
Born!
Yes, I told you what the f**k is all this shit for?
You know I could not lie to you
(Why don't you stop the fiction?)
The lyrics of Coheed and Cambria's song Camouflage seem to describe a struggle with the past, memory, and the effects they leave behind. The singer seems exhausted and inundated by the feelings that keep resurfacing, represented by the stain that begins to multiply. Despite this, there is a sense of rising above these struggles in the words of the song. The second verse questions what we cannot have, perhaps hinting at a desire for something unattainable, which ties in with the repeated phrase "I wish you'd leave me alone." This desire is juxtaposed with a sense of strength and defiance, with the singer claiming that they wouldn't give the person in question the time of day.
The final section seems to shift gears and become more confrontational, with the phrase "I come pummel you down" and the repeated "Born!" This could represent a sense of taking control and ownership over the past and the memories that haunt the singer. The repeated refrain of "what the f**k is all this shit for?" hints at a sense of questioning the purpose of these struggles and challenges, while the final plea to "stop the fiction" could be a desire to cut through the confusion and find some sense of truth and clarity.
Line by Line Meaning
Home whispers words
The comfort of my home reminds me of the things that people say and the way they whisper them.
And the bullseye smote the honest
The honest people get targeted by those who seek to use and manipulate them.
Before the hunt, I feel I'm getting used to them
I am getting familiar with the people who might want to harm me.
Tired from the effects from memory
Memories tire me out and affect me negatively.
Fluttering relapse
I sometimes feel like I am losing control of my emotions and thoughts.
Sparks of sudden interest and truth
Occasionally, I feel a sudden urge to tell the truth, which sparks my interest.
Trying to get myself from this stain!
I am determined to remove myself from this situation that is causing me distress.
Begins to multiply, whoa!
The negative effects of the situation are starting to worsen.
We echo through this song
My thoughts and feelings are being expressed in this song.
Yes, and in it's words, I'll rise!
The song gives me hope that I can overcome the current situation and rise above it.
Can you see what you cannot have?
Do you realize that some things are unattainable?
Which in all honesty
Honestly speaking,
You may think you do, but you don't
You might believe that you have something, but the truth is that you don't.
Question, question: Love?
Is love really what it seems, or is it something else entirely?
I wouldn't give you the time of day!
I am not interested in having anything to do with you.
Like I said
As I previously mentioned,
Pinging in the same tone of voice
Speaking in the same way as before.
Can you hear me in this sound?
Can you understand what I am saying?
Yes, I caught this stain!
I am fully aware of the situation and its consequences.
Yes it begins to multiply, whoa!
The situation is getting worse by the minute.
We echo through this song
The song is a reflection of our shared experiences.
Yes, and in it's words, I'll rise!
I find hope and inspiration in the song to overcome the current situation.
I wish you'd leave me alone!
I would prefer if you stayed away from me.
In all our consciousness
Considering everything that is happening around us,
I come pummel you down
I try to make sense of it all and understand what is happening.
Inspire thought unconsciously
Sometimes these thoughts arise subconsciously and unconsciously.
Why can't you bring it?
Why can't we correct this situation and make things better for everyone involved?
Bring back in each mistake
Learn from each mistake and try to correct it.
I begin a lie
Sometimes I am not being entirely truthful.
I wish that this lie...
I wish that I could be completely honest about everything.
Oh, what's the matter?
What is causing all of this?
Born!
Ready to face the world and whatever comes next.
Yes, I told you what the f**k is all this shit for?
I am trying to make sense of everything that is happening around me.
(Change my view) I could not lie to you
I cannot change my viewpoint, and I am being entirely honest with you.
My hands are cold, what the f**k is all this shit for?
I am feeling agitated and nervous about the situation.
(Why don't you stop the fiction?)
Why don't we stop pretending and acknowledge the reality of the situation?
Contributed by Emma Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Jadyn
First song of this band I've ever heard.... nostalgia
Bebi Newk
i think coheed should do a whole shabutie track based tour
Seth J. Hammons
TakenVortex each show would be like 40 minutes long though
*user*
they could play unreleased shabutie songs, like ambassador johnson and counteract, and then maybe a few encores and it should be long enough for a normal coheed show
john whitfield
@*user* i dont think they should. coheed have got enough good material that they rarley p-lay without dragging up a lot of niche songs. they me be to some peoples tastes, but i doubt there are many real crowd pleasers in there. coheed are niche enough, but shabutie are even more out there
Nigel Eharis
Nice sentiment but I guarantee they don’t have the fan base for that.
Isaiah Boyd
This is what I've been subconsciously looking for
akathasamurai
And in its words, I'll rise.
Jack's Music Shack
they need to remaster theese songs :)
Lyssa Jackson
Greatness <3