Lyrics
A hanging man, in a tree, upside down looking at me
A depiction of a hanging man in a tree, positioned upside down and observing the speaker.
I wanna know what is right and wrong
The speaker expresses a desire to understand the concepts of right and wrong.
If something is inside, lead me on
The speaker seeks guidance if there is something internal that can provide direction.
Flowers in June, showers in May
Symbolic references to different times of the year, possibly representing cycles and changes.
Records on the shelf that never get played
Mention of neglected records on a shelf, indicating unrealized potential or opportunities.
A voice in the sky yellin' at me
A disembodied voice in the sky confronts the speaker, questioning the observed situation.
What is wrong with the picture you see
Questioning the correctness of the perceived image or scenario.
Ascended man, imagination
Reference to an ascended man and the power of imagination.
Hanging in suspended animation
The idea of being suspended in animation, suggesting a state of uncertainty or stasis.
Go outside it is a mirror
Encouragement to go outside, with the outside acting as a mirror reflecting reality.
But what's reflected, it could be clearer
The uncertainty about what is reflected and a desire for clarity.
Once you are there can you never get back?
Questioning the possibility of returning once outside, suggesting irreversible change.
Once you're there do you only see black?
Suggesting a limitation in perception once a certain state is reached.
Ascended man, imagination
Restating the concept of an ascended man in a state of suspended animation.
Hanging in suspended animation
Repetition of the idea of being in suspended animation, emphasizing uncertainty.
Ascended man, imagination
Reiteration of an ascended man and the power of imagination.
Hanging in suspended animation
Restating the concept of an ascended man in a state of suspended animation.
A hanging man, imagination
A hanging man is connected with imagination, suggesting a contemplation of creative possibilities.
Hanging in suspended animation
Repetition of the idea of a hanging man in suspended animation, closing the lyrical narrative.
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