Born in Brisbane and currently living in Byron Bay, Tex Perkins, like Nick Cave and very few others, is one of Australia's rock and roll untouchables. A combination of talent, hard work, consistency and self-deprecating wit have effectively put Tex Perkins beyond criticism.
Lucid
Tex Perkins Lyrics
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Then you should sense my doubt
Did I burst your bubble
When I found you out
Can you hear me now
Because you're faded know
Don't know what if true
I'm Lucid
Do you know who you are
And what would make with scar
Did you give them my name
When you were feeling the strain
But you don't ask why
Just let it pass you by
There's nothing you could do
Cause I can see right through you
I'm Lucid
So you found your glory
But I have my doubts
And I know your story
And the part you left out
And you're faded now
Like a low white lie
Like the friends you choose
I can see right through you
I'm Lucid
The song "Lucid" by Tex Perkins is about discovering someone's true character and seeing past their façade. The lyrics delve into the themes of doubt and perceptions of others, as well as the power dynamics between people. The first verse is spoken from a place of vulnerability, with the singer expressing their doubt and questioning whether they have disillusioned the person they are talking to. They also suggest that this person is not truthful, and that they cannot hide their intentions or character from the singer, who is "Lucid", or clear-minded.
In the second verse, the singer continues to question the other person's motives, wondering if they would be willing to hurt them for their own benefit. They criticize the person's lack of introspection and willingness to avoid confrontation, as they simply "let things pass them by". Finally, in the chorus and third verse, the singer suggests that they have seen through the façade and uncovered the other person's true nature. They are disillusioned and disappointed in what they see, calling out the other person's lies and half-truths. Overall, Perkins's voice is raw and emotive, conveying a sense of disillusionment and pain.
Line by Line Meaning
If you know my trouble
If you are aware of my problems or difficulties
Then you should sense my doubt
Then it is possible for you to perceive my uncertainty
Did I burst your bubble
Did I ruin your belief or expectation
When I found you out
When I discovered the truth about you
Can you hear me now
Do you understand what I'm saying presently
Because you're faded now
Because you are no longer as significant or influential
Don't know what is true
I am doubtful about what is reality
Cause I can see right through you
Because I can easily perceive your real nature or motives
I'm Lucid
I am perfectly able to think clearly
Do you know who you are
Do you have a clear sense of your identity
And what would make you scar
And what traumatic event would cause you emotional harm
Did you give them my name
Did you mention my name to other people
When you were feeling the strain
When you were experiencing stress or pressure
But you don't ask why
You do not inquire about the reasons behind things
Just let it pass you by
Just ignore or neglect something hazardous happening around you
There's nothing you could do
There is no course of action you could take
Cause I can see right through you
Because I can easily perceive your real nature or motives
I'm Lucid
I am perfectly able to think clearly
So you found your glory
So you finally found your moment of great achievement
But I have my doubts
But I still have reservations or concerns
And I know your story
And I already am familiar with your history
And the part you left out
And the detail you deliberately omitted
And you're faded now
And you are no longer as significant or influential
Like a low white lie
Similar to an insignificant dishonesty
Like the friends you choose
Similar to the type of friends you associate with
I can see right through you
I can easily perceive your real nature or motives
I'm Lucid
I am perfectly able to think clearly
Lyrics © WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC
Written by: GREGORY STEPHEN PERKINS, MURRAY PATERSON
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