Their music has been described as "blurring the distinction between rock, classical, electronic and experimental" and as "strikingly modern yet simultaneously timeless."
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Elvis
These New Puritans Lyrics
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Elvis, I wasn't talking about that king, it's confusing
Now, we're being watched my experts, we're being
I try to blurt it out, I can't find the words
We're all waiting or forever made
If there is a God then please take me up
And what will happen next we hold the clues
Now, I'm gonna tell you my secrets, I'm gone
I try to blurt it out but I can't find the words
I try to blurt it out but I can't find the words
0800
(Oh, eight hundred)
The lyrics in "Elvis" by These New Puritans are enigmatic and elusive, leaving much to interpretation. The song begins with the repetition of "Elvis," in which the singer clarifies that he is not referring to the iconic rock 'n' roll artist, but something else entirely. The ensuing lines, "I wasn't talking about that king or hair-dos / Elvis, I wasn't talking about that king, it's confusing," add to the mystique and ambiguity. It is unclear what or who the singer is actually referring to, creating a sense of mystery and intrigue.
The next lines, "Now, we're being watched my experts, we're being / I try to blurt it out, I can't find the words," add a layer of paranoia and urgency. The singer feels that they are being closely monitored but cannot articulate what they want to communicate. They feel a sense of helplessness and anxiety. The following verse echoes the same sentiment, "We're all waiting or forever made / If there is a God then please take me up." The singer is desperate for release or some kind of resolution.
The chorus then repeats the line, "Now, we're being watched my experts," and adds, "And what will happen next we hold the clues / Now, I'm gonna tell you my secrets, I'm gone." It seems as if the singer is about to reveal something important, but their cryptic language leaves listeners unsure of what that could be. The final lines, "I try to blurt it out but I can't find the words / I try to blurt it out but I can't find the words," leave the song on a note of frustration and indecision.
Overall, the lyrics in "Elvis" are poetic, mysterious, and enigmatic. They touch on themes of surveillance, anxiety, and desperation, but leave much open to interpretation.
Line by Line Meaning
Elvis, I wasn't talking about that king or hair-dos
Elvis, I wasn't referring to the famous musician or his iconic look
Elvis, I wasn't talking about that king, it's confusing
Elvis, the king I'm referring to is not the one people might think, and it's hard to understand what it means
Now, we're being watched my experts, we're being
We are currently under surveillance and being observed by knowledgeable individuals
I try to blurt it out, I can't find the words
I attempt to express myself, but I struggle to find the appropriate terms
We're all waiting or forever made
We are all anticipating what will happen to us, or perhaps our fate is already predetermined
If there is a God then please take me up
If a higher power exists, I ask for them to bring me to a better place
And what will happen next we hold the clues
We have the power to determine what occurs next in our lives
Now, I'm gonna tell you my secrets, I'm gone
I will reveal my confidential information, then I will depart
0800
This may be a phone number, but its significance is unknown and open to interpretation
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: ANDREW COPELAND, JEFF BERES, KEN BLOCK, MARK E. TROJANOWSKI, RYAN CARTER NEWELL
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@edwinamarie
I don't remember how I found this song all those years ago, I still don't know what any of it means, but here I am a decade later, still loving it.
@videoluvr4204
the circle has completed itself, 12 Years A Slave
@fromzerotospyro
Indeed gives off nice indie vibe but the lyrics couldn’t be more cryptic
@craveiromartinsbruno7783
4 years searching and i finally found it
@kristaannashley
i can not get enough of this song! and video!!!
@MicahBuzanANIMATION
"elvis i wasnt talking about that king or haridoos! " i love that.
@ahhh6328
Finding a 10 year old comment from you here is bizarre but cool
@antonelloporcedda
.I had forgotten how much I loved this record.
@jonniburla9815
Stessa cazzo di cosa 7 anni dopo
@WerewolfMorgue
I love this band. Their use of symbolism and concept is brilliant.