Alone in the Grass
Imperial Teen Lyrics
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A California convention
People will stare
High on the skyway
Corroding cement
Another vision for dying
Unnatural intent
Ecological night (Logical night)
Sleeveless dress is the sunrise (Dress is the sunrise)
The animal bites (Animal bites)
Only if you provoke it (If you provoke it)
Waiting in line (Waiting in line)
The difference is spatial (Difference is spatial)
Unaware of the time (Aware of the time)
Alone in the grass
Alone in the grass
Alone in the grass
Alone in the grass
Alone in the grass (Alone in the grass)
Alone in the grass (Alone in the grass)
Alone in the grass (Alone in the grass)
Alone in the grass (Alone in the grass)
The lyrics of Imperial Teen's "Alone in the Grass" paint a vivid, slightly surreal picture of a hot California day, with its cherry-white air and convention crowds. The song's speaker muses on the "unnatural intent" of waiting for chemicals to dry as they corrode cement, perhaps a commentary on the superficiality of modern life or the environmental toll of human actions. Throughout the song, there's a sense of disconnection and isolation amidst the hustle and bustle of the crowds, with the repeated refrain of "Alone in the grass" underscoring this feeling of being isolated in a sea of people.
The lyrics also touch on the idea of animal instincts and human behavior, with a nod to the idea that we sometimes provoke the "animal" within ourselves. This could be interpreted as a commentary on the darker aspects of humanity or a cautionary tale about giving in to our baser instincts. Overall, the lyrics of "Alone in the Grass" evoke a dreamlike, introspective mood, encouraging the listener to reflect on their place in the world and the ways in which we connect (or fail to connect) with those around us.
Line by Line Meaning
The cherry-white air
The sky is bright and almost pink-colored
A California convention
An event or gathering in the Golden State
People will stare
Others will watch and observe the situation
High on the skyway
Up in the air, flying or driving on a high road
Corroding cement
The concrete is eroding or decaying
Another vision for dying
A different perspective on death or the end of something
Unnatural intent
A motive or goal that is not typical or expected
To wait for chemicals drying
To be patient and allow time for chemicals to dry and set
Ecological night (Logical night)
A moment in time when nature reigns supreme over everything else
Sleeveless dress is the sunrise (Dress is the sunrise)
The dress symbolizes the beginning of a new day or chapter
The animal bites (Animal bites)
The creature will attack or lash out if provoked
Only if you provoke it (If you provoke it)
The animal will only respond with aggression if it is provoked or threatened
Waiting in line (Waiting in line)
Standing in a queue or line, waiting for something or someone
The difference is spatial (Difference is spatial)
The contrast or variance is related to physical space or location
Unaware of the time (Aware of the time)
Not knowing what time it is, but still aware of its passing
Alone in the grass
Being by oneself in a field of greenery
Alone in the grass
Being by oneself in a field of greenery
Alone in the grass
Being by oneself in a field of greenery
Alone in the grass
Being by oneself in a field of greenery
Alone in the grass (Alone in the grass)
Repeating the phrase to emphasize the feeling of isolation and solitude
Alone in the grass (Alone in the grass)
Repeating the phrase to emphasize the feeling of isolation and solitude
Alone in the grass (Alone in the grass)
Repeating the phrase to emphasize the feeling of isolation and solitude
Alone in the grass (Alone in the grass)
Repeating the phrase to emphasize the feeling of isolation and solitude
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: PERKO, LYNN ELISE / BOTTUM, RODDY CHRISTOPHER / SCHWARTZ, WILL / STEBBINS, JONE
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David Chrzanowski
No comments on this one yet? We saw Imperial Teen at the glorious Vic Theater in Chicago (AKA: The Brew and View). Other bands at the venue that night: Jane Wiedlin, Evan Dando. Great night. Thanks for posting!