Super Deluxe started in 1995 in Seattle, and soon became a fixture in the n… Read Full Bio ↴Super Deluxe started in 1995 in Seattle, and soon became a fixture in the northwest music scene. Warner’s ‘Revolution’ label signed the band, releasing their album “Famous” to critical acclaim. The first single, 'She Came On' was named 'power pop record of the year' by Melody Maker. Rolling Stone called Super Deluxe 'equal parts Cheap trick, Big Star and Redd Kross.' The band toured in support of 'Famous' and its follow-up, 'Via Satellite' and our songs are featured on movie and television soundtracks. Super Deluxe just released their 3rd full length album, Surrender, in December 2005.

Famous
Super Deluxe Lyrics

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You ask me if I notice all the things you do
Light the candles, light the incense
I am coming home to you
You make me...

I have seen you from my bedroom when you are alone
I have watched you moving slowly
Through my magic telescope

You make me...famous

I don't need this
I don't know what it is
I don't want this
And I'll get over it
(freedom, yes...)

You ask me if I notice how you aim to please
I have watched you moving slowly
Crawling on your hands and knees

You make me...famous
Yeah

Overall Meaning

At first glance, Super Deluxe's song "Famous" may seem to be about a person's obsession with their partner, but upon further analysis, it's evident that it highlights a darker theme of manipulation and control. The first verse begins with the partner asking if the person notices all the things they do, from lighting candles and incense to create a warm and comforting home atmosphere. However, this seemingly intimate and compassionate gesture is soon revealed to be a way to lure the person back home, further emphasizing the possessive nature of the relationship.

The second verse is particularly eerie, as the person admits to watching their partner's every move through a "magic telescope," which implies that the partner is not aware of being monitored. The lyrics "You make me...famous" suggest that the person derives pleasure and an inflated ego from having such control over their partner, as if they are a puppet being manipulated for their own gain. The chorus, which repeats the same line "You make me...famous" over and over again, highlights the idea that the person's partner is their source of power and acknowledgement, leading them to believe they couldn't exist without them.

Line by Line Meaning

You ask me if I notice all the things you do
You want me to pay attention to everything you do and appreciate it.

Light the candles, light the incense
You set a romantic atmosphere for me to come home to.

I am coming home to you
I am excited to return to you and be with you.

You make me...
You have such an effect on me that I can't even express it in words, but it brings me a sense of accomplishment or recognition.

I have seen you from my bedroom when you are alone
I have been observing you when you don't know it, and it makes me feel like I have a secret connection with you.

I have watched you moving slowly through my magic telescope
I have been using my imagination to observe you in a fictitious way, and it makes me feel like I have power or control over you.

I don't need this
I don't require this attention or fame that you bring me.

I don't know what it is
I don't understand what it is that you're doing to/for me that is causing me to feel this way.

I don't want this
I don't actually desire or need any recognition or admiration.

And I'll get over it (freedom, yes...)
I can let go of this desire for fame because it's not necessary for me to feel fulfilled or happy.

You ask me if I notice how you aim to please
You want me to recognize how you go out of your way to make me happy or content.

Crawling on your hands and knees
You're going to great lengths to appease or satisfy me.

Yeah
I agree that you make me 'famous' and feel a sense of accomplishment, even though it's not necessary.

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: BRADEN BLAKE

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