Eye In The Sky
My Name Is Nobody Lyrics
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Don't try turning tables instead
You've taken lots of chances before,
But I'm not going to give any more, don't ask me
That's how it goes,
'Cause part of me knows what you're thinking.
Don't say words you're going to regret
Don't let the fire rush to your head
And I ain't going to take any more, believe me
The sun in your eyes
Made some of the lies worth believing.
I am the eye in the sky
Looking at you,
I can read your mind.
I am a matter 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. [4×]
Don't leave false illusions behind
Don't cry, 'cause I am changing my mind
So find another fool like before
'Cause I ain't going to leave any more believing
Some of the lies,
Why, if all of the signs are deceiving.
I am the eye in the sky
Looking at you,
I can read your mind.
I am a matter 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. [4×]
The song "Eye in the Sky" by My Name Is Nobody is an introspective piece about the relationship between two people where one of them seems to have the upper hand. The lyrics suggest that one person is able to read into the other's mind and is acting as a watchful eye, observing everything and ready to call out any mistakes. The person who is being watched is warned not to apologize insincerely or try to turn the situation around. The singer is adamant that they have given too many chances and will not take any more, even though they have been pushed to this point before. The lies that have been told in the past seem to be worth believing because the person being watched trusts in them. However, the singer knows better and is privileged to be the one who knows the truth.
The repetition of the line "I am the eye in the sky" emphasizes the power dynamic between the two individuals. The singer is the one who knows what's going on while the other person is in the dark. The line "I am a matter of rules, dealing with fools, I can cheat you blind" suggests that the person being watched is being taken advantage of by the singer who is dealing with them, setting the rules, and cheating them without them even knowing. The person being watched is warned not to leave any false illusions behind and not to cry because the singer is changing their mind. The song ends on a note of finality, suggesting that the relationship between the two individuals is at an end.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't think, sorry's easily said
Apologies may roll of the tongue, but they are not always heartfelt or enough.
Don't try turning tables instead
Don't try to shift blame or responsibility onto someone else.
You've taken lots of chances before,
You have taken many risks in the past.
But I'm not going to give any more, don't ask me
However, I cannot continue to give you chances or make excuses for you.
That's how it goes,
That is the reality of the situation.
'Cause part of me knows what you're thinking.
I have an intuition or understanding of what you are really feeling or planning.
Don't say words you're going to regret
Think before you speak and avoid saying something hurtful or damaging that you might regret later.
Don't let the fire rush to your head
Avoid getting overly emotional or angry and allowing it to cloud your judgement.
I've heard the accusation before,
I have been accused of something similar in the past.
And I ain't going to take any more, believe me
I will not tolerate any further accusations or mistreatment.
The sun in your eyes
Your positive outlook or optimistic attitude.
Made some of the lies worth believing.
Your charisma or charm may have made some of your lies seem plausible or believable.
I am the eye in the sky
I have a bird's eye view or broader perspective.
Looking at you,
Observing your behavior or actions.
I can read your mind.
I have an understanding of your thoughts or motivations.
I am a matter of rules
I follow codes of conduct or ethical principles.
Dealing with fools,
Interacting with or handling people who lack common sense, judgment or wisdom.
I can cheat you blind.
I can outsmart or deceive you completely.
And I don't need to see any more to know that
I don't require any further evidence or information to understand what is happening.
Don't leave false illusions behind
Don't believe in or cling to illusions or false hopes.
Don't cry, 'cause I am changing my mind
Don't be upset or surprised if I change my decision or stance on something.
So find another fool like before
Find someone else who is willing to fall for your tricks or manipulations.
'Cause I ain't going to leave any more believing
I will not be deceived or manipulated any longer.
Some of the lies,
Some of the falsehoods or fabrications
Why, if all of the signs are deceiving.
Even if the evidence or indicators suggest otherwise.
I am the eye in the sky
I have a bird's eye view or broader perspective.
Looking at you,
Observing your behavior or actions.
I can read your mind.
I have an understanding of your thoughts or motivations.
I am a matter of rules
I follow codes of conduct or ethical principles.
Dealing with fools,
Interacting with or handling people who lack common sense, judgment or wisdom.
I can cheat you blind.
I can outsmart or deceive you completely.
And I don't need to see any more to know that
I don't require any further evidence or information to understand what is happening.
Contributed by Adalyn Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.