In the wake of this set-back, McMahon went on a years-long hiatus from music. Prick reemerged in 2002 with The Wreckard, independently released by McMahon over the Internet, and featuring many songs once slated for the second, canceled Nothing Records album.
UNIVERSE
Prick Lyrics
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And never explaining
Why
The universe is singing, painting
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Why
Is fine
But below the sea
Why
Your kiss is a home
My lips do not care
Why
The universe is my source
Amusing, I reciprocate
Why
Destruction
Immeasurable
And seemingly pointless
Why
Confused, bewildered, ambivalent
Somebody explain
Cloud whispers cloud wars
Angels are truth
Angels are a threat
To others
Why
The universe keeps taking my jacket
No need in explaining
The lyrics of Prick's song "Universe" are enigmatic and appear to be cryptic. The first few lines of the song, "The universe is taking my jacket, and never explaining why" could be a metaphor for loss or the relinquishing of control. The universe is vast and unpredictable, and sometimes it takes away the things we cherish most, without giving us any reason or explanation. The next few lines "The universe is singing, painting, 1574539, why" are equally enigmatic. Perhaps it is the universe's way of expressing itself through art, music, and numbers, which are all forms of communication, and yet it still remains a mystery to us as to why it does so.
The next few lines, "Below the sky is fine, but below the sea, why," could be a commentary on how we often ignore what lies beneath the surface of things or how we are more comfortable with the unknown when it is not visible to us. The lines "Your kiss is a home, my lips do not care why" is the most relatable, and personal line from the song as it talks about the feeling of comfort and belonging that we often find in love and affection, regardless of reasons or rationale. The lines "The universe is my source, amusing, I reciprocate why" could be interpreted as a thank-you note to the universe for being the source of life and acknowledging its mysteries. The final verse about "Angel's being a threat to others" seems to be expressing the idea that truth can be threatening or challenging to those who do not want to see it.
Line by Line Meaning
The universe is taking my jacket
The uncontrollable forces of the universe are causing me to lose or misplace something that belongs to me, without any clear reason or explanation.
And never explaining
These strange events are happening without any communication or justification from the universe.
The universe is singing, painting
The universe is full of vibrant, creative activity that can be seen and heard, but not necessarily understood or harnessed by humans.
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This line appears cryptic and cannot be easily interpreted into a specific meaning, but it suggests a sense of randomness or unpredictability that can be associated with the universe.
Below the sky
Is fine
But below the sea
Why
The surface world can seem fairly simple and understandable, but mysteries and complexities that are difficult to comprehend exist beyond it.
Your kiss is a home
My lips do not care
Why
Physical intimacy may provide a sense of comfort or belonging, but it does not necessarily answer the deeper questions about the universe or human existence.
The universe is my source
Amusing, I reciprocate
Why
Despite the enigmatic nature of the universe, it is the source of our existence and actions. We may try to understand it, but it remains a force that inspires both wonder and amusement.
Destruction
Immeasurable
And seemingly pointless
Why
The universe can be a destructive and chaotic force, causing suffering and pain that may not have any discernible reason or purpose.
Confused, bewildered, ambivalent
Somebody explain
Cloud whispers cloud wars
Despite our curiosity and wonder, we may not be able to understand or make sense of the universe's actions. We search for explanations and insights, but are confronted with the vastness and complexity of existence.
Angels are truth
Angels are a threat
To others
Why
Even beings that may be considered divine or holy in human traditions may have the potential to cause harm or conflict. The reason behind these conflicts may be unclear or difficult to discern.
The universe keeps taking my jacket
No need in explaining
The sense of loss or uncertainty that comes from the universe's actions may be frustrating, but ultimately it is impossible to fully understand or control everything that happens in the universe.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: WILLIE GARDNER, BRIAN MCGEE, DOUGLAS MUIRDEN *, DAVID MURDOCH *, DAVID RUDDEN *, PAUL WISHART *
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