Invisible Man
breeders Lyrics
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Count the bubbles in your hand
The southern skies
And the summer sites
That's all that's left behind
The skies, and a sweet caress
He's the Invisible Man
You're nowhere in sight (just imagine that)
Nothing excites you (baby, that's a fact)
Open your eyes
Look and you will find
That's all that's left behind... the skies
And a sweet caress
The skies, the sights
And a sweet caress
He's the Invisible Man
Catch him if you can
That's all that's left behind... the skies
And a sweet caress
The skies, the sights
And a sweet caress
He's the Invisible Man
Catch him if you can
In the song "Invisible Man" by the Breeders, the lyrics talk about a person who is invisible - someone who is hard to see or notice, both literally and figuratively. The metaphorical meaning of the lyrics suggests that the person may be going through life feeling unnoticed, unappreciated, or unseen. The opening line, "He's the Invisible Man" sets the tone for the song, creating a sense of mystery and intrigue around this character, who may be intentionally hiding or simply not standing out.
The lyrics go on to describe the scenery around the Invisible Man, highlighting the southern skies and the summer sights. The use of sensory details like bubbles and sights adds to the imagery and transports the listener to a specific time and place. However, the focus on the surroundings ultimately underscores the fact that the Invisible Man is not a part of it, or at least not as visible as the other elements in the scene.
The song concludes with a repetition of "that's all that's left behind" before turning back to the Invisible Man and the challenge to catch him if you can. In essence, the lyrics are a commentary on the human experience of wanting to be seen and recognized. Even in a world full of wonders and beauty, the feeling of being invisible can be isolating and disheartening.
Line by Line Meaning
He's the Invisible Man
He is someone who cannot be seen or noticed.
Count the bubbles in your hand
Try to do something useless, because that's how noticeable he is.
The southern skies
Referring to a place he used to be in, which is now just a memory.
And the summer sites
Referring to a time in the past when he used to frequent particular places.
That's all that's left behind
All that remains are memories of what once was.
The skies, and a sweet caress
Referring to happy memories and pleasant experiences in the past.
Catch him if you can
He's challenging others to try and notice him, but he's certain they won't be able to.
You're nowhere in sight (just imagine that)
Just try to imagine someone being so unnoticeable that they aren't even in sight.
Nothing excites you (baby, that's a fact)
Noticing this person is not going to be exciting, it's just a plain fact.
Open your eyes
You need to pay attention and be observant to notice him.
Look and you will find
If you look hard enough, you might just notice him.
The skies, the sights
Referring again to fond memories and experiences in the past.
He's the Invisible Man
Reiterating that he is someone who cannot be easily noticed.
That's all that's left behind... the skies and a sweet caress
All that remains after he's gone are memories of happy times and pleasant experiences.
Catch him if you can
Once again inviting others to try and notice him.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: KIM DEAL
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