Psyche
Nouvelle Vague Lyrics


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You're alone in the pack
You're feeling like you want to go home
You're feeling unfinished but you keep on going

The reason is there
You'll be falling 'til your feet are gone
Because your living a hoax
Sell us what you suss

Draw your brain, a sick inspiration
Your pill illusion
And then you follow a transfer
If you don't know the game
Then you're still part of it
Because out on the streets
It's strange

Dodge the bullet or carry the gun
The choice is yours

Yeah, yeah!

Look at the controller
A nazi with a social degree
A middle-class hero
Rapist with your eyes on me
You pay some masturbation
A priest cheers for the nuns you fuck
You'd wipe out spastics if you had the chance
But Jesus, Jesus




Jesus wouldn't like it, no
Jesus wouldn't like it, no

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Nouvelle Vague's "Psyche" explore themes of isolation, disillusionment, deception, and power dynamics. The song paints a picture of someone who feels apart from their surroundings and longs to escape the societal pressures that demand conformity. The singer is caught between the desire to break free from these constraints and the fear of not knowing how to do so. They feel unfinished, yet continue moving forward, searching for a reason to keep going.


The song also delves into the idea of a world in which appearances are everything. The singer is confronted with the reality that many people are not what they seem, and that those in positions of power are often the worst offenders. The lyrics highlight this through the use of imagery such as a "nazi with a social degree" and a "middle-class hero rapist." The singer is also confronted with the reality of their own complicity, as they are told that if they don't know the game, they are still a part of it.


Overall, "Psyche" is a commentary on the struggles of navigating a confusing and deceptive world, and the desire to break free from societal constraints and understand one's place in it.


Line by Line Meaning

You're alone in the pack
You feel isolated even amongst others


You're feeling like you want to go home
You feel out of place and uncomfortable


You're feeling unfinished but you keep on going
You feel incomplete but continue to persevere


The reason is there
There is a purpose or explanation for your situation


You'll be falling 'til your feet are gone
You will continue to struggle and suffer


Because your living a hoax
You are living a lie


Sell us what you suss
You are trying to convince us of something you are unsure of


Draw your brain, a sick inspiration
You use your own twisted thoughts as inspiration


Your pill illusion
You are delusional and in denial


And then you follow a transfer
You are easily swayed and influenced by others


If you don't know the game
If you are not aware of how things work


Then you're still part of it
You are still involved in it, willingly or not


Because out on the streets
In society as a whole


It's strange
It's a bizarre and twisted place


Dodge the bullet or carry the gun
Either avoid conflict or engage in it actively


The choice is yours
You have control over your actions


Look at the controller
Observe those in charge


A nazi with a social degree
A person in power with fascist beliefs and a higher education


A middle-class hero
Someone who appears noble but is actually corrupt


Rapist with your eyes on me
Someone who looks at others with predatory intent


You pay some masturbation
You indulge your own selfish desires


A priest cheers for the nuns you fuck
A religious figure supports inappropriate behavior


You'd wipe out spastics if you had the chance
You would harm those who are vulnerable if given the opportunity


But Jesus, Jesus
An appeal to a higher moral power


Jesus wouldn't like it, no
This behavior goes against what is considered ethical or righteous


Jesus wouldn't like it, no
This behavior goes against what is considered ethical or righteous




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JAZ COLEMAN, KEVIN WALKER, MARTIN GLOVER, MATTHEW FERGUSON

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Comments from YouTube:

@zosothezephead837

God, her vocal style on this track matches my mood so often.

@user-cn3dr2ps2t

Круто!! В наушниках вообще замечательно!!! Спасибо всем!

@jujufantin

I have no words to express my emotion and the gratitude I feel.

@ximenavillalobos9412

Simplemente Sublime , Capolavori !

@twilightz0ne

Sublime

@jossiecalderon7603

The Twilight Zone dejjj

@neidefranca180

love Nouvelle Vague! this song is crazy like my brain...love it...

@daniordache971

awesome

@lukekelly7371

I know stuff like this led to every shit cover in an advert ever, but the original idea behind this album was really good, and this tune is one of the best examples of it.

@fernandabarrios805

hace algún tiempo encontré una playlist de éste género en Youtube. Contenía ésta canción Mad about You, también estaba In a manner of speaking, también estaba un cover de Between the bars versión KEXP (show en vivo en el que canta una mujer). Y era en general como de sólo mujeres. La carátula de la playlist era una imagen tipo Nouvelle Valle (como en dos colores tipo 50's) y el nombre era algo así como "mujeres del lounge". Son características específicas porque sé que hay Miles de playlist. Sin embargo era buena y tenía visitas :( no sé qué pasó que no la encuentro!! Me ayudarían si saben cuál es?? O cómo la encuentro? Gracias 🥰

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