Me I Disconnect From You
Tubeway Army Lyrics

The alarm rang for days
The sound of the alarm persisted for days, indicating a state of chaos or emergency.

You could tell from conversations
It was evident from conversations that something was wrong or unsettling.

I was waiting by the screen
The singer was fixated on a screen, perhaps for communication or information.

I couldn't recognize my photograph
The artist felt a sense of disconnection from themselves, as if they were unrecognizable.

Me, I disconnect from you
The artist is expressing their desire to disconnect from someone or something, likely due to a sense of alienation or disorientation.

I was walking up the stairs
The singer was physically moving, but there may have been a feeling of aimlessness or confusion in their actions.

Something moved in silence
Something may have been felt or observed, but without any auditory or visual evidence.

I could feel his mind decaying
The artist may have been in the presence of someone whose mental state was deteriorating, creating a sense of unease.

Only inches away from me
The person was in close proximity to the artist, which may have been uncomfortable given the circumstances.

And I disconnect from you
The artist continues to express a desire to disconnect, this time potentially in response to a negative experience.

Please don't turn me off
The singer is expressing a plea to not be shut down or ignored, potentially due to a feeling of vulnerability.

I don't know what I'm doing outside
The artist may feel lost or disconnected from reality, with a sense of uncertainty about their actions or surroundings.

Me and the telephone that never rings
The singer may feel lonely or disconnected, with a lack of communication or social interaction.

If you were me what would you do
The singer is posing a question to the listener, potentially seeking advice or empathy.

Me, I disconnect from you
The singer reiterates their desire to disconnect, potentially as a way of coping with their situation.