Wilson is self-taught as a producer, audio engineer, multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter. Under his own name, he has released the albums Insurgentes (2008), Grace for Drowning (2011), The Raven That Refused to Sing (and Other Stories) (2013), Hand. Cannot. Erase. (2015), To the Bone (2017), and The Future Bites (2021). He also released a EP, 4 ½ (2016), as well as a series of singles titled Cover Version (released online between 2003 and 2010; released worldwide as a compilation in 2014). His other solo projects can also be found attributed to monikers of his, such as Bass Communion and Incredible Expanding Mindfuck.
He is perhaps best known as the frontman for progressive rock band, Porcupine Tree, for whom he was the sole member during the 1980s and early 1990s. His projects are numerous however, including collaboration with Aviv Geffen as Blackfield; a long-running partnership with Tim Bowness, known as No-Man; teaming up with Dirk Serries in Continuum; as well as a joint album with Opeth's frontman, Mikael Åkerfeldt in Storm Corrosion.
Wilson employs synthesizers and programmed music along with live instruments to create a unique atmosphere for each song he works on, including otherwise-simple pop tunes. In addition to his prolific musical output, Steven has crafted a reputation for the high production quality of his music, and has undertaken production duties with such high-profile artists as Opeth, Dream Theater, Jim Matheos of Fates Warning, Anathema, Orphaned Land, Marillion, Fish, Pendulum, Yoko Ono, and friend Robert Fripp. He is also part way through remixing the albums of King Crimson and other classic artists' back catalogues into surround sound and new stereo mixes.
Open Mind
Steven Wilson Lyrics
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I give it to you because I can
And if you're thinking that it's not that kind
It's 'cause my mood swings make me feel ashamed
It can pass the time
A girl with eyes that see a hundred years
Half remembered, this is my dream
I've never seen her but I've got photographs
It can blow your mind
An idea falls from a porcelain sky
It won't make you rich and it won't get you high
Out of the void it comes
From an open mind
Out of the void it comes
It comes from my mind
The lyrics of “Open Mind” by Steven Wilson are a reflection of the artist’s inner world, his thoughts, and his state of mind. He shares with his audience an experience that comes from his own perspective and inner thoughts. The song starts with the phrase “Here's a song from an open mind, I give it to you because I can.”, which is a statement of his intention to share his thoughts, but also hints at his doubt about the reception of his message. He then talks about his mood swings and how they make him feel ashamed at times, which shows that the artist is going through a phase of inner turbulence. He tries to find a way of dealing with his mood swings, and he comes up with writing songs as a way of passing the time.
The second verse of the song is a description of a girl with unusual eyes. The lyrics go, “A girl with eyes that see a hundred years, Half remembered, this is my dream”. The girl here is a representation of the artist’s subconscious, and she has eyes that see beyond the present day. The whole verse talks about how ideas can emerge from the artist’s subconscious and how these ideas can be captured with the help of photographs. The chorus, “Out of the void it comes, From an open mind, It comes from my mind,” refers to the source of the ideas that the artist has. He believes that his ideas come from within and that they are a product of his own mind.
Line by Line Meaning
Here's a song from an open mind
This song is an expression of my open-mindedness.
I give it to you because I can
I am sharing this song with you simply because I am able to.
And if you're thinking that it's not that kind
If you have preconceived notions about what kind of song this is, you may be incorrect.
It's 'cause my mood swings make me feel ashamed
My emotional instability causes me to feel embarrassed about this song.
It can pass the time
This song is a way to occupy oneself.
A girl with eyes that see a hundred years
In my dream, there was a girl with wise eyes that seem to hold centuries of knowledge.
Half remembered, this is my dream
I only partially remember this dream of mine, but the girl with wise eyes stands out to me.
Spinning out from where the hole appears
The dream seems to unfold or emerge from a mysterious opening or portal.
I've never seen her but I've got photographs
Although I have not physically met this girl, I have pictures or mental images of her in my mind.
It can blow your mind
The idea of this girl with centuries-old wisdom may be overwhelming or mind-blowing.
An idea falls from a porcelain sky
A delicate and beautiful idea presents itself unexpectedly.
It won't make you rich and it won't get you high
This idea is not one that will lead to monetary wealth or drug-induced highs.
Out of the void it comes
This idea emerges from nothingness or emptiness, possibly symbolizing creativity.
From an open mind
This idea stems from being open-minded and receptive to inspiration.
Out of the void it comes
Again reminding the listener of the idea's emergence from nothingness.
It comes from my mind
The idea originates from within the songwriter's own mind and creativity.
Lyrics © THE ROYALTY NETWORK INC.
Written by: AVIV GEFFEN, STEVEN WILSON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@jayantmandan733
Here's a song from an open mind
I give it to you because I can
And if you're thinking that it's not that kind
It's 'cause my mood swings make me feel ashamed
It can pass the time
A girl with eyes that see a hundred years
Half remembered, this is my dream
Spinning out from where the hole appears
I've never seen her but I've got photographs
It can blow your mind
An idea falls from a porcelain sky
It won't make you rich and it won't get you high
Out of the void it comes
From an open mind
Out of the void it comes
It comes from my mind
@navid_ahmed
The Riff. Its simple but absolutely mind blowing and goes with the song and tempo of the song.
@jean-christophevapaille2776
Such a great song!! Steven’s touch is recognizable straight away!
@stefanholzner6262
I envy everyone who hears this for the first time...there aren't many songs that have a similar effect...maybe Dissection's
"Where dead angels lie" is the only one who comes in my mind spontaneously...
@marwanarkawi852
That's what I call real music
@iminsouthpark
One of the greatest album ever made.
@jayantmandan733
Here's a song from an open mind
I give it to you because I can
And if you're thinking that it's not that kind
It's 'cause my mood swings make me feel ashamed
It can pass the time
A girl with eyes that see a hundred years
Half remembered, this is my dream
Spinning out from where the hole appears
I've never seen her but I've got photographs
It can blow your mind
An idea falls from a porcelain sky
It won't make you rich and it won't get you high
Out of the void it comes
From an open mind
Out of the void it comes
It comes from my mind
@Grv360
this so is epic.....i bet no one can make music like him.
@devinmoyer3113
You’d win that bet
@Grv360
@Devin Moyer I still get the same vibe.... <3
@devinmoyer3113
@Grv360 for real