knot of mind
Particle Thief Lyrics
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Seeing myself double
A taste beneath my tongue
Pushing but I'm pulling
Sleeping while awake
Vibrations make me numb
Who is this speaking
Valleys progress peaking
I don't like it here
What is this feeling
I know it isn't fear
Splitting personality
The vast spectrum has dulled to grey
As night gradients into day
All the fragments in disarray
What is really before me
Can this be real
Even with touch I cannot feel
This is not of my own mind
Spectral imagery
Geometric symmetry
The colors of the earth
Mental divinity
Or subconscious trickery
This cognitive rebirth
Who is speaking
What is this I hear
Everything repeating
I don't like it here
What is this feeling
Am I even here
I see myself depleting
The vast spectrum has dulled to grey
As night gradients into day
All the fragments in disarray
What is really before me
Can this be real
Even with touch I cannot feel
This is not of my own mind
Whose voice do I hear
Repeating repeating repeating
Repeating repeating repeating
Repeating repeating repeating
It's repeating
Whose voice do I hear
Aimlessly riding this wave
The lines have been blurred between ecstasy and pain
Am the leader or am I the slave
What is the reason these thoughts are contained
Not of my mind
Knot of mind
Repeating repeating repeating
Repeating repeating repeating
It's repeating
And repeating
Repeating repeating repeating
Why wont it stop
I can't get out of here
Why wont it stop
I can't get out of here
Repeating repeating repeating
It's repeating repeating
Why wont it stop
The lyrics of Particle's song Mind depict a dissociative state where the singer is disconnected from their body and senses, experiencing a feeling of duality and confusion. The song explores the idea that one's perceptions and understanding of reality can be distorted, leading to a distorted sense of self and reality. The repetition in the lyrics emphasizes the feeling of being stuck in this state and unable to break free.
The first verse describes the singer's experience of seeing themselves from a different perspective, as though they are separate from their own body. They sense something beneath their tongue and feel both pulled and pushed in different directions, which could represent conflicting thoughts or emotions. The second verse expresses a sense of unease and confusion, with the singer questioning the validity of their perceptions and wondering if they are truly present.
The chorus repeats the idea that the singer is experiencing a dulled sense of reality and feeling overwhelmed by the repetition of their thoughts and experiences. They question who is speaking and what they are hearing, indicating that their sense of self is fragmented or blurred. The bridge introduces the idea of mental imagery and cognitive rebirth, suggesting that the singer is exploring and trying to make sense of their own mind. However, they are still struggling to break free from their disorienting state.
Overall, the lyrics of Mind explore the complex nature of human consciousness and the potential for dissociation and confusion. The repetition and fragmented structure of the song emphasize the feeling of being stuck in one's own thoughts and perceptions, demonstrating the challenges of understanding the self and reality.
Line by Line Meaning
Rising above my body
I feel like I am floating outside of my physical body.
Seeing myself double
I am having an out-of-body experience where I can see myself twice.
A taste beneath my tongue
I am experiencing a strange sensation in my mouth.
Pushing but I'm pulling
I am exerting effort, but it feels like I am being held back.
Sleeping while awake
I am in an altered state of consciousness, where I feel like I am awake while dreaming.
Vibrations make me numb
I am feeling a numbing sensation due to the vibrations I am experiencing.
Who is this speaking
I am questioning the identity of the voice or presence I am sensing.
Can I even hear
I am unsure if I am actually perceiving or imagining this voice.
Valleys progress peaking
My emotions are fluctuating, with high and low points.
I don't like it here
I am uncomfortable or unhappy with the current state I am in.
What is this feeling
I am confused or uncertain about the emotion I am experiencing.
I know it isn't fear
I am sure that what I am feeling is not fear.
Splitting personality
I am experiencing a divided sense of self or multiple personalities.
The vast spectrum has dulled to grey
I am feeling a sense of apathy, where everything seems muted or unimportant.
As night gradients into day
The transition from night to day feels gradual and blended.
All the fragments in disarray
My thoughts and feelings are scattered and disorganized.
What is really before me
I am questioning the reality or truth of my perceptions.
Can this be real
I am wondering if what I am experiencing is genuine or imagined.
Even with touch I cannot feel
I am feeling numb or detached from my senses.
This is not of my own mind
I am feeling like my thoughts or experiences are being influenced by something else.
Spectral imagery
I am seeing images that are unusual or otherworldly.
Geometric symmetry
The shapes and patterns I am seeing are symmetrical and patterned.
The colors of the earth
The colors I am seeing are natural and earthy.
Mental divinity
I am experiencing a spiritual or divine connection in my thoughts.
Or subconscious trickery
I am questioning whether my perception is genuine or influenced by my subconscious.
This cognitive rebirth
I am experiencing a significant change or growth in my consciousness.
Everything repeating
I am perceiving a sense of deja vu or repetition.
I see myself depleting
I am feeling drained or depleted from my experiences.
Whose voice do I hear
I am still questioning the source or identity of the voice I am hearing.
Aimlessly riding this wave
I am feeling like I have no control over my experiences and am simply going along with them.
The lines have been blurred between ecstasy and pain
I am having difficulty distinguishing between pleasurable and painful experiences.
Am the leader or am I the slave
I am questioning whether I am in control of my experiences or am being controlled by something else.
What is the reason these thoughts are contained
I am wondering why I am experiencing these particular thoughts and emotions.
Not of my mind
I am sure that what I am experiencing is not coming solely from my own mind.
Knot of mind
I am feeling confused, tangled, or trapped in my own mind.
Why wont it stop
I am feeling overwhelmed and wanting the experience to end.
I can't get out of here
I am feeling trapped or unable to escape the current state of my experiences.
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Daniel Forbrich, Gerson Zaragoza, Phil Willmarth
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