Invisible
Unseen Desires Unveiled: Michael Penn's 'Invisible' Narrative
Lyrics
She's there separating
Observing her separating items, possibly a metaphor for sorting out aspects of life or relationships.
Orange from rind
Specifically, the act of separating the outer layer (orange) from the inner part (rind), suggesting a meticulous or careful approach.
And I sit at her station every time
The narrator regularly occupies the same space as her, emphasizing a routine or shared experience.
So what ever happened to
Questioning the disappearance of common courtesy in general interactions.
Common courtesy
An expression of dismay at the decline of politeness in society.
Now one in a million
Feeling like an insignificant figure in a large population.
Seems one more than me
Expressing a sense of being overlooked or undervalued.
I don't mind just watching her
Finding contentment in silently observing her activities.
Parading for customers
She engages with customers, and the narrator is content just being a spectator.
But everybody bayed as I
Witnessing others applaud while the narrator fades into the background.
Slowly fade
Feeling gradually unnoticed or ignored.
I go invisible
The narrator becomes metaphorically "invisible" as a response to feeling overlooked or unappreciated.
Don't give me away
Requesting not to reveal the narrator's hidden emotions or state of mind.
She's there pouring coffee
She continues with her tasks, such as pouring coffee.
Watching the time
Aware of the passing time, possibly reflecting on life's transience.
And I sit half amazed
The narrator is amazed that she is serving their coffee.
That she's pouring mine
She reveals an assumption about the narrator's sexuality.
She said that she'd always
A declaration that she only pursues serious or committed relationships.
Pegged me as gay
She had preconceived notions about the narrator's sexual orientation.
And she only plays for keeps
She commits fully when she decides to engage romantically.
When she plays
Reflecting on the significance of her choices in relationships.
Well isn't that something
An expression of surprise or disbelief at her actions.
You're pulling my heart strings
Suggesting emotional manipulation or control over the narrator's feelings.
But what you gonna do when you
Raising a question about how she will respond when the narrator becomes less noticeable.
Slowly fade
The narrator anticipates gradually becoming unnoticed or fading away.
I feel invincible
A shift in perspective, feeling powerful or untouchable.
She went invisible
She, too, becomes metaphorically "invisible."
Don't give me away
Requesting not to expose her hidden vulnerabilities or emotions.
I go invisible
The narrator reiterates the theme of becoming unnoticed.
Don't give me away
Repeating the plea to keep the narrator's invisible state a secret.
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