Magellan returned in 1997 with Test Of Wills, which represented a slight departure from the band's original sound (though the group, which now includes drummer Brad Kaiser, remained intact). In 2002, the Gardners released the ambitious Hundred Year Flood, dedicated to the brother they lost in the Vietnam War. Though not a prolific band, Magellan's well crafted and ambitious efforts have made them something of a flagship among prog rock's second armada of artists.
Virtual Reality
Magellan Lyrics
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A better way of seeing things you won't believe it's real
Interact, you and I-there's a feeling lost we can't deny
I've opened up. we never tried to simulate it all.
Our love-it can be a virtual reality.
If we learn by degrees that the place you stand I may not be
What appears to be real is just the thing we want to feel
Technology our saving grace-a guiding hand to touch the face
Our love, it can be a virtual reality
Our love could go far if we just admit the truth of what we are
Matters of perception making all of the difference now
It's not the real world
So take a harder look at compromise-for there is nothing to lose
In our own image we can't create what we want to be
I want to know if there's forgiveness within a virtual reality
Our love, it can be a virtual reality
Our love, it can be a virtual reality
Our love could go far
But we have to face the truth of what we are not...
Could we see clearer in a virtual reality?
Could we be together in a virtual reality?
Matters of perception making all of the difference now
It's not the real world
So take a harder look at compromise-for there is nothing to lose
In our own image we can't create what we want to be
I want to know if there's forgiveness within a virtual reality......
Magellan's song Virtual Reality explores the concept of using technology to enhance and improve our relationships. The lyrics describe a world where machines can understand our thoughts and dreams, and where we can create virtual experiences that are so realistic we may forget they aren't real. The song suggests that there may be a way to achieve a deeper level of connection in these virtual experiences, and that this could be a way to overcome the barriers that divide us in the real world.
The lyrics also acknowledge that there are risks associated with this type of technology. It's hard to know what's real and what's not, and it's possible that we could get lost in these virtual worlds and lose touch with reality. However, the song ultimately suggests that there is value in exploring this technology as a way to bridge the gaps between us.
Overall, the lyrics of Virtual Reality suggest that we may be able to achieve a new level of connection and intimacy through the use of technology, but that we must also approach these tools with caution and mindfulness.
Line by Line Meaning
Experience machines that know your thoughts and know your dreams
This line refers to virtual reality machines that use technology to understand the thoughts and dreams of individuals using them.
A better way of seeing things you won't believe it's real
Virtual reality provides a new perspective that may feel unbelievable, yet provides a better way of looking at things.
Interact, you and I-there's a feeling lost we can't deny
Despite enjoying the interactions in virtual reality, there is still a sense of something lost that cannot be denied.
I've opened up. we never tried to simulate it all.
The artist has opened up to the idea of simulating experiences through virtual reality, which they never tried before.
Our love-it can be a virtual reality.
This line symbolizes the idea that love can be simulated in virtual reality.
If we learn by degrees that the place you stand I may not be
This part refers to the realization that virtual reality can create an illusion where two individuals might be in different places despite feeling like they are together in the same place.
In human change it's hard to see which barriers divide
Barriers between individuals and their experiences can be challenging to see or understand, even with traditional human interactions.
What appears to be real is just the thing we want to feel
Virtual reality provides an opportunity to experience and feel what we want to without necessarily being real.
Technology our saving grace-a guiding hand to touch the face
Technology saves the day and serves as a guiding hand to human experiences within virtual reality.
Our love could go far if we just admit the truth of what we are
The artist believes that recognizing and acknowledging the truth about human nature and relationships can be beneficial within virtual reality experiences.
Matters of perception making all of the difference now
Perception plays an influential role in virtual reality experiences, making all the difference for users.
It's not the real world
Virtual reality is not the same as living in the real world and provides a different experience.
So take a harder look at compromise-for there is nothing to lose
The singer suggests examining the concept of compromise in virtual reality, as there is nothing to lose.
In our image, we can't create what we want to be
Virtual reality still has limits, and humans cannot create everything they want to be within its confines.
I want to know if there's forgiveness within a virtual reality
The singer is curious about the concept of forgiveness within virtual reality experiences.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: TRENT GARDNER
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