ViViD
Electronics Lyrics


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My imagination wants to see
The vivid colours of reality
There's a place out there beyond my grasp
A revolution in a looking glass
I've got to get this problem off my chest
I'm sick and tired of being second best
I'll rearrange my credibility
A fund raiser for a restless sea

Don't ever doubt me
What's come over you
Won't you forgive me
What are you gonna do?
Don't ever doubt me
What's come over you
Won't you forgive me
What are you gonna do
What will you do

I can't contain what's inside my head
I'm losing words that I must have read
Do you remember the time we spent
It seems that we were the main event
Have you a reason to behave like this
Maybe you need a psychoanalyst?
If you keep pushing me out of the door
For sure,
You'll never see me again

No one to talk to
What am I gonna do
You're never there
Right when I need you
Give me a cause
Give me a reason
For your applause
I'll commit treason

And in my mind I know I'm right
It's the same thing every night
You're not to blame so don't you cry
You don't need me so hurt my pride
In all that time I know we tried
Line by line and side by side
And still I pray that we'll get by
But it don't seem real and I don't know why

And in my mind I know I'm right
It's the same thing every night
You're not to blame so don't you cry
You don't need me so hurt my pride
And in my mind I know I'm right
It's the same thing every night
Why do you cry you're not to blame
When will you change this sad refrain




This sad refrain
Oh when will you change this sad refrain.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Electronic (Rock)'s song "Vivid" speak of a desire to see and experience the vivid colors of reality that exist outside of one's own imagination. The song expresses feelings of frustration at feeling held back or overlooked, and a desire to break free from this second-best status. The lyrics also touch on the theme of a strained relationship and a need for understanding and forgiveness between two people.


The singer in the song longs to experience something real and concrete, something beyond their own imagination. The line "A revolution in a looking glass" suggests a sense of possibility and change, but also a feeling of being separate from it. The singer is also frustrated with feeling like they are always in second place or not living up to their full potential. They seek to change their own credibility and become something greater than they are.


The second half of the song shifts to focus on a relationship that is fraught with tension and misunderstandings. The singer pleads with the other person to not doubt them and to forgive them for their mistakes. Yet, there is a sense of desperation and resignation in the lyrics, as the singer questions whether they will ever truly be understood or appreciated.


Overall, "Vivid" is a song that touches on universal themes of longing for something more, feeling held back or overlooked, and the difficulties of human relationships.


Line by Line Meaning

My imagination wants to see
I want to see the vivid colors of reality in my mind's eye


The vivid colours of reality
The bright and vibrant colors of what is real


There's a place out there beyond my grasp
There exists a place that is not yet attainable to me


A revolution in a looking glass
A change in perspectives that can be seen through the lens of a mirror


I've got to get this problem off my chest
I must express my issues and concerns openly


I'm sick and tired of being second best
I'm exhausted from never being the top priority


I'll rearrange my credibility
I'll work to improve my reputation


A fund raiser for a restless sea
An event to gather money for sea-related causes


Don't ever doubt me
Never lose faith in me


What's come over you
What's causing you to act this way


Won't you forgive me
Can't you offer me forgiveness


What are you gonna do?
What actions will you take in response to my actions


I can't contain what's inside my head
I can't keep my thoughts and emotions in check


I'm losing words that I must have read
I can't remember things that I should have known


Do you remember the time we spent
Do you recall the experiences we shared


It seems that we were the main event
It felt like we were the center of attention


Have you a reason to behave like this
Is there a justifiable cause for your behavior


Maybe you need a psychoanalyst?
Perhaps you require a professional therapist


If you keep pushing me out of the door
If you continue to reject me and eliminate me from your life


For sure, You'll never see me again
Absolutely, you will no longer have contact with me


No one to talk to
There is nobody I can converse with


What am I gonna do
How will I cope with this situation


You're never there
You are never present or available


Right when I need you
Exactly when I require your aid


Give me a cause
Provide me with a reason or motive


Give me a reason
Furnish me with justification or explanation


For your applause
In exchange for recognition and approval


I'll commit treason
I'll do something that is disloyal or unjustifiable


And in my mind I know I'm right
I am confident and certain in my thoughts and beliefs


It's the same thing every night
This is a recurring issue or situation


You're not to blame so don't you cry
I'm not blaming you so there is no need to be upset


You don't need me so hurt my pride
I feel rejected and it is damaging to my self-esteem


In all that time I know we tried
Throughout everything, I am aware that we put in effort


Line by line and side by side
Step by step and together


And still I pray that we'll get by
Despite everything, I hope we will overcome our obstacles


But it don't seem real and I don't know why
However, it doesn't feel feasible and I am unsure why


Why do you cry you're not to blame
Why are you crying when you are not at fault


When will you change this sad refrain
When will you alter this sorrowful tune


This sad refrain
This melancholy and repetitive melody


Oh when will you change this sad refrain.
Oh please make a modification to this sorrowful tune.




Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: BERNARD (GB 2) SUMNER, JOHNNY MARR

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Comments from YouTube:

@abrahamlopez3461

Bernard's voice has something which I can't explain, but everytime I hear it I always feel relaxed

@Sorina_S

Me too!Your words are my words!

@MickMuso

Chilled

@sharksport01

It's so bad, it's good

@storiedworlds6261

My biggest wish for the musical world is a new album from Electronic.

@michaelwilson2340

I think Johnny Marr had said Electronic had run it's course. But if The Psychedelic Furs can finally release an album, why not Electronic. If only New Order can take some time off from touring.

@AlessandroGimelli74

One of the most underrated song & group! Love them!

@nikoz6823

I wish songs like this are produced more today 😢

@MissKitty21

This is still my favorite song by them, that beat still reigns in my head many times

@davidfowles5440

C'mon guys lets have some more electronic...brilliant !!!

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