Skylar Gray was born in the eighties and grew up on the flat, barren plains of Oklahoma.
Appropriately, his first word was "song." With little else to occupy the time, he became a master of the flutophone at age 11. Not content with the cheap, plastic wind instrument, Skylar continued on to trumpet, then bass guitar, guitar, piano, drums, etc. and now plays over 20 instruments from glockenspiel to tuba. With the dawn of inexpensive yet powerful audio production software in the late 1990s, he became enthralled with and irreversibly immersed in multi-track recording and audio technology. Having then written and recorded a score or more of songs, Skylar formed the band Thieves Live Among Us with college friends Jeff Mitchell, Mike Carnuccio, and Chris Wheeler in 2003. After a few years of gigs at crappy, local bars, the "Thieves" disbanded; Jeff and Skylar set out to create the saddest, slowest concept album about JFK anyone had ever heard. Luckily, this album never materialized. Over the next few years, Skylar then transitioned into leisurely recording his own music and live sound engineering for Oklahoma "folk" band Other Lives (formerly Kunek) and Oklahoma sex-rock band Colourmusic. In locales such as damp basements to millionaire mansion studios to performing arts theaters, Skylar single-handedly recorded the tracks which would make up An Inch Equals 200 Miles using custom recording equipment he designed and built. The album features Skylar on nearly every instrument save for a smattering of parts performed by a handful of fellow musicians including Colby Owens of Other Lives and Colin Fleishacker of Colourmusic. Skylar now lives in Colorado, helping to create the best earphones money can buy. He also hopes that, if you enjoy his music, you share it with others.
Invisible
Skylar Gray Lyrics
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I dye my hair, and cut my skin
I tried everything, to make them see me
But all they see, is someone that's not me
Even when I'm walking on a wire
Even when I set myself on fire
Why do I always feel invisible, invisible
Even though inside I'm such a mess
Why do I always feel invisible, invisible
Here inside, my quiet heart
You cannot hear, my cries for help
I tried everything, to make them see me
But every one, see's what I can't be
Even when I'm walking on a wire
Even when I set myself on fire
Why do I always feel invisible, invisible
Everyday I try to look my best
Even though inside I'm such a mess
Why do I always feel invisible, invisible
Sometimes when I'm alone
I pretend that I'm a queen
It's almost believable
Even when I'm walking on a wire
Even when I set myself on fire
Why do I always feel invisible, invisible
Everyday I try to look my best
Even though inside I'm such a mess
Why do I always feel invisible, invisible
Skylar Grey’s song Invisible is a heartbreaking depiction of how the subject of the song struggles to be seen and heard by the people around her. The lyrics are filled with instances of the subject's efforts to be noticed - from taking pills to make herself thin, to dying her hair and cutting her skin. But despite her efforts, she is still invisible to those around her. The subject of the song feels like she's walking on a wire even when she's putting herself on fire, indicating the extreme measures she’s taken to be noticed, but to no avail. The chorus repeats the line “Why do I always feel invisible” to emphasize the subject's frustration and helplessness.
The song's bridge is particularly poignant. The subject's cries for help are ignored and unheard, despite her attempts to make herself seen and heard. She has tried so hard to make people see her true self, but all they see is someone she cannot be. The subject's conflicting emotions are further brought out in the line, “Every day I try to look my best, even though inside I’m such a mess.” This line speaks to the subject's anxiety and the pressure she feels to conform to societal standards that dictate how she should look and act. Despite her best efforts, the subject is still invisible.
In summary, Invisible by Skylar Grey is a song that speaks to feelings of invisibility, anxiety, and the struggle to be seen and heard. The subject's efforts to conform to societal standards and be accepted by those around her are met with frustration and a sense of hopelessness, a feeling that many people can relate to.
Line by Line Meaning
I take these pills to make me thin
I use medication to change my appearance and make me thinner.
I dye my hair, and cut my skin
I modify my body and alter my physical appearance.
I tried everything, to make them see me
I have done everything I can to get others to notice me.
But all they see, is someone that's not me
Despite my attempts, I still feel unrecognized for who I truly am.
Here inside, my quiet heart
Within my innermost being, I have deep emotional struggles.
You cannot hear, my cries for help
Other people are not listening to my pleas for assistance.
Sometimes when I'm alone, I pretend that I'm a queen
In my solitude, I imagine that I am in power and control.
Even when I'm walking on a wire
Even in precarious or dangerous situations, I still feel unnoticed.
Everyday I try to look my best
I put significant effort into my appearance on a daily basis.
Even though inside I'm such a mess
Regardless of my external appearance, I am struggling internally.
Why do I always feel invisible, invisible
I cannot understand why I continually feel ignored and unseen by others.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ALEXANDER GRANT, SKYLAR GREY, ROBERT THOMAS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Lyrics
I take these pills to make me thin
I dye my hair, and cut my skin
I tried everything, to make them see me
But all they see, is someone that's not me
Even when I'm walking on a wire
Even when I set myself on fire
Why do I always feel invisible, invisible
Everyday I try to look my best
Even though inside I'm such a mess
Why do I always feel invisible, invisible
Here inside, my quiet heart
You cannot hear, my cries for help
I tried everything, to make them see me
But every one, see's what I can't be
Even when I'm walking on a wire
Even when I set myself on fire
Why do I always feel invisible, invisible
Everyday I try to look my best
Even though inside I'm such a mess
Why do I always feel invisible, invisible
Sometimes when I'm alone
I pretend that I'm a queen
It's almost believable
Even when I'm walking on a wire
Even when I set myself on fire
Why do I always feel invisible, invisible
Everyday I try to look my best
Even though inside I'm such a mess
Why do I always feel invisible, invisible
gothicangel20
I take these pills to make me thin
I dye my hair, and cut my skin
I try everything, to make them see me
But all they see, is someone that's not me
[Chorus]
Even when I'm walking on a wire
Even when I set myself on fire
Why do I always feel invisible, invisible
Everyday I try to look my best
Even though inside I'm such a mess
Why do I always feel invisible, invisible
[Verse 2]
Here inside, my quiet hell
You cannot hear, my cries for help
I try everything, to make them see me
But every one, sees what I can't be
[Chorus]
Even when I'm walking on a wire
Even when I set myself on fire
Why do I always feel invisible, invisible
Everyday I try to look my best
Even though inside I'm such a mess
Why do I always feel invisible, invisible
[Bridge]
Sometimes when I'm alone
I pretend that I'm a queen
It's almost believable
[Chorus]
Even when I'm walking on a wire
Even when I set myself on fire
Why do I always feel invisible, invisible
Everyday I try to look my best
Even though inside I'm such a mess
Why do I always feel invisible, invisible
Mahta Lucky
I take these pills to make me thin
I dye my hair, and cut my skin
I tried everything, to make them see me
But all they see, is someone that's not me
Even when I'm walking on a wire
Even when I set myself on fire
Why do I always feel invisible, invisible
Everyday I try to lock my past
Even though inside I'm such a mess
Why do I always feel invisible, invisible
Here inside, my quiet heart
You cannot hear, my cries for help
I tried everything, to make them see me
But every one, sees what I can't be
Even when I'm walking on a wire
Even when I set myself on fire
Why do I always feel invisible, invisible
Everyday I try to lock my past
Even though inside I'm such a mess
Why do I always feel invisible, invisible
Sometimes when I'm alone
I pretend that I'm a queen
It's almost believable
Even when I'm walking on a wire
Even when I set myself on fire
Why do I always feel invisible, invisible
Everyday I try to lock my past
Even though inside I'm such a mess
Why do I always feel invisible, invisible
Anis Fadeli
[Verse 1]
I take these pills to make me thin
I dye my hair, and cut my skin
I tried everything, to make them see me
But all they see, is someone that's not me
[Chorus]
Even when I'm walking on a wire
Even when I set myself on fire
Why do I always feel invisible, invisible?
Everyday I try to look my best
Even though inside I'm such a mess
Why do I always feel invisible, invisible?
[Verse 2]
Here inside, my quiet hell
You cannot hear, my cries for help
I tried everything, to make them see me
But every one, sees what I can't be
[Chorus]
Even when I'm walking on a wire
Even when I set myself on fire
Why do I always feel invisible, invisible?
Everyday I try to look my best
Even though inside I'm such a mess
Why do I always feel invisible, invisible?
[Bridge]
Sometimes when I'm alone
I pretend that I'm a queen
It's almost believable
[Chorus]
Even when I'm walking on a wire
Even when I set myself on fire
Why do I always feel invisible, invisible?
Everyday I try to look my best
Even though inside I'm such a mess
Why do I always feel invisible, invisible?
Amy Mahoney
I used to listen to this song everyday when I was at my lowest , it made me burst into endless tears . After many attempts and hospitals I can finally say things get better! It took 4 years to realize that and life sometimes seems to be against you but all those challenges are there to build you, make you a stronger person. I don’t know who will read this but stay strong, I love you, the world needs you and stay safe ❤️
Mike Floyd
i am glad you found your way through the darkness. the expression, "what does not kill you, makes you stronger", is a fact. your never alone. if you ever need somebody to talk to, i am here. sometimes talking to a complete stranger is easier. you can say anything and feel safe as they dont know you or anybody connected to you. be safe. remember, happiness is inside you. try two books, the profit, by gilbran, and the four agreements.
PleaseHelpMeReach50kSubscribersWithNoVideos
Thank you for making my day ❤️
leovyl rivera
Wow same here...I'm glad u understand life now.. keep grinding then...
Island Girl
Bby girl I’ve been listening to this song for 7 yrs. you are Amazing 😉💖😄🤍
I haven’t listened to it in yrs but I’m definitely at my lowest again. We GOT THIS BBYYYYY💎
Tural Ceferov
I have never ,ever seen that kind of powerful comment.....it was just"perfect"....❤️
North
Why does this singer have to be so underrated
Rachael
When they become famous, all the good songs go down the drain
Maximalus
Because this woman is really talented.
It´s that simple.
Lightning Aninda
because the world doesn't really care about talent always..