Galactic
The String Cheese Incident Lyrics


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Take a look into the sky and tell me what it is that you see
I see millions and billions of tiny stars shining light down on to you and me
Have you ever just sat and wondered if theres life in other Galaxies
If you have, just take a seat and relax cuz son therell be not more uncertainty
Will they be green or gray or yellow or black
And have two legs on which they stand on
Will they slither around like a funky lizard and have tongues that only stick out
Will they read our minds like open books and tell us that were primitive
Or will they swarm down on us like insects like in this summers latest blockbuster
Our government continues to tell us lies about who our closest neighbors are
They cover up, smother up, distort and distract any proof of recent contact




Its all a lie, were not alone, we never have been, we never will be
So turn off the boob tube and put on a groovy tune and keep an extra eye out for ET

Overall Meaning

The String Cheese Incident's song "Galactic" ponders the possibility of life in other galaxies and the government's secrecy about extraterrestrial contact. The opening lyrics describe the vastness of the universe and the countless stars that shine down onto humans. This leads to the contemplation of whether other forms of life exist in other galaxies. However, the song quickly shifts to the idea that the government is hiding evidence of extraterrestrial beings from the public, and encourages the listener to be open to the possibility of contact with such beings.


The lyrics also explore the potential physical appearance and abilities of extraterrestrial beings. The singer wonders if aliens would resemble humans, or if they would be completely different with unique features such as slithering or mind reading abilities. The artist emphasizes that we should remain open-minded about the possibility of contact with extraterrestrial life and not let government propaganda and lies stand in the way of the truth.


Overall, the song conveys a sense of curiosity and wonderment about the mysteries of the universe, while also encouraging listeners to remain skeptical of information provided by those in power.


Line by Line Meaning

Take a look into the sky and tell me what it is that you see
Observe the unending expanse above and describe what you perceive


I see millions and billions of tiny stars shining light down on to you and me
I observe with awe the countless celestial bodies bestowing their radiance upon us


Have you ever just sat and wondered if theres life in other Galaxies
Have you taken the time to contemplate the existence of beings in distant galaxies?


If you have, just take a seat and relax cuz son therell be not more uncertainty
If you have, fret not, for any doubts will be put to rest


Will they be green or gray or yellow or black
What might the colors of their bodies be?


And have two legs on which they stand on
Do they resemble us with their bipedal anatomy?


Will they slither around like a funky lizard and have tongues that only stick out
Do they move gracefully like serpents, with uniquely protruding tongues?


Will they read our minds like open books and tell us that were primitive
Might they possess psychic abilities to discern our every thought, deeming us simple-minded?


Or will they swarm down on us like insects like in this summers latest blockbuster
Perhaps they will descend upon us like a swarm of insects, reminiscent of a popular film this season


Our government continues to tell us lies about who our closest neighbors are
In a deceitful manner, our leaders feed us misinformation regarding our nearest interstellar acquaintances


They cover up, smother up, distort and distract any proof of recent contact
Emphatically denying any recent contact, they take great measures to obscure evidence of such


Its all a lie, were not alone, we never have been, we never will be
The truth is that we are not solitary, and never have been or will be


So turn off the boob tube and put on a groovy tune and keep an extra eye out for ET
Disregard the television and play some delightful tunes while remaining vigilant for extraterrestrial beings




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