Photograph
Capturing the Soul: Perfume Genius' Poetic Portrayal in 'Photograph'
Lyrics
On the grave, in his place
Reflecting on the grave, taking the deceased person's place.
I take a photograph
Capturing a moment by taking a photograph, possibly as a way to hold onto memories.
In the shade where he lays
In the shadow where the person is buried, contemplating their final resting place.
I paint a portrait
Creating an artistic representation (portrait) of the person, possibly to immortalize their image.
No fantasy
Rejecting unrealistic or imaginary scenarios.
You were meant for me
Expressing a sense of destiny or preordained connection with the deceased person.
And I for you
Emphasizing a mutual belonging or purpose between the speaker and the deceased.
In the clay of his shape
Molding an autograph in the likeness of the deceased from clay.
I trace an autograph
Signing or leaving a mark on the person's representation, possibly indicating a personal connection.
On the stage where he sang
Recalling the stage where the deceased sang, suggesting a connection through shared experiences.
I feel a silhouette
Feeling the presence or essence of the person in the silhouette, emphasizing a spiritual or emotional connection.
No fantasy
Reiterating a rejection of fantasy or unreal expectations.
You were meant for me
Reaffirming a sense of predestined connection with the deceased.
And I for you
Highlighting mutual belonging and purpose between the speaker and the deceased.
You were meant for me
Repeating the assertion of a destined connection between the speaker and the deceased.
And I for you
Reiterating the mutual belonging and purpose between the speaker and the deceased.
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