Alternative rock quartet Vibrolush has been honing its rock & roll dynamics… Read Full Bio ↴Alternative rock quartet Vibrolush has been honing its rock & roll dynamics since the mid-'90s when frontman Phil Vassil and guitarist James Mazler began jamming in various session cubbies in the New York music scene. Both musicians had a fondness for '80s new wave and a thirst for classic rock, so naturally Vibrolush molded such influences into the sonic fiber behind the band's own glam-oriented sound.

Touch and Go Vassil and Mazler hooked up with drummer Tobias Ralph and bassist 'B' to make Vibrolush a solid foursome. They released their self-titled debut on Interscope in 1997, but three years later Vibrolush scored a deal with V2. Touch and Go was the band's sophomore effort released in fall 2000, introducing a tighter pop sound, layered with bits of funk and raw rock riffs.

Special
Vibrolush Lyrics

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There's a little part of me in you,
I seen it before
I can see it in your eyes, and I don't like what I see in your eyes
As it stares me down
And sister, sister, where do I go,
inside outside, or all around me I said
Hey, now, now
Hey now, your so special

You think that you are,
Hey now, now, hey now, your so special
Like a bright shining star that you are
When you look at yourself in the mirror, like the princess you are
As you walk across the room, and no one seems to care about the way
That your hair is down
And teacher, teacher, where do I go,
inside outside, or all around I said
Hey, now, now
Hey now, your so special
You think that you are
Hey now, now, hey now, your so special
Like a bright shining star, you are
Your so special, so, so special
And your so special, so, so special
Hey, now, now
Hey now, your so special
You think that you are
Hey now, now, hey now, your so special

Like a bright shining star, you are
that you are, that you are

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Vibrolush's song "Special" appear to address themes of individuality, self-worth, and the search for meaning and direction. The singer seems to be observing another person, perhaps a friend or loved one, and seeing a reflection of their own inner struggles in this person. The lines "There's a little part of me in you, I seen it before" suggest a sense of shared experience or identity, while the repeated chorus of "Hey now, you're so special, like a bright shining star that you are" takes on a somewhat sarcastic tone, as though the singer is questioning this person's belief in their own specialness.

The verses contain references to both inner and outer environments, with lines like "inside outside, or all around me" and "the way that your hair is down" hinting at a focus on both internal thoughts and external appearance. The repeated question of "where do I go" suggests a desire for purpose or direction, while the refrain of "your so special" points to a longing for validation or recognition.

Overall, "Special" seems to be a contemplative song that explores the complexities of self-understanding and the ways in which we seek validation from others. Through its somber, reflective tone and poetic language, the song invites listeners to examine their own feelings of self-worth and consider how they can find meaning and purpose in their lives.

Line by Line Meaning

There's a little part of me in you,
The singer feels a connection with the listener, as if they share a similar identity or experience.

I seen it before
The singer has recognized this connection previously.

I can see it in your eyes, and I don't like what I see in your eyes
The singer is noticing something troubling or ominous in the listener's gaze.

As it stares me down
The singer feels a sense of intimidation or confrontation from the listener's gaze.

And sister, sister, where do I go,
The singer is addressing someone familiar or close to them, but they are uncertain how to proceed or relate to them.

inside outside, or all around me I said
The singer is considering different ways of relating to this person, and feels uncertain about the best approach.

Hey, now, now
The singer is attempting to catch the listener's attention or convey urgency.

Hey now, your so special
The singer is being sarcastic towards the listener, suggesting that they have an inflated sense of self-importance.

You think that you are,
The singer believes that the listener is delusional or self-absorbed.

Like a bright shining star that you are
The singer is continuing the sarcastic and dismissive tone towards the listener.

When you look at yourself in the mirror, like the princess you are
The singer imagines the listener to be overly focused on their appearance, and compares them to a fairy tale character.

As you walk across the room, and no one seems to care about the way
The singer sees the listener as preoccupied with their perceived social status or popularity, even though they are not actually receiving attention from others.

That your hair is down
The singer is pointing out that the listener is seeking significance or attention even in small, insignificant ways like changing their hairstyle.

And teacher, teacher, where do I go,
The singer is addressing someone who they view as an authority figure or expert, but is again uncertain how to proceed or what to do.

Hey, now, now
The singer is again attempting to catch someone's attention or convey urgency.

Your so special, so, so special
The sarcastic, dismissive tone towards the listener continues.

That you are, that you are
The singer is reiterating their pointed commentary on the listener's self-importance.

Contributed by Katherine J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.

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