The Free Design

Unveiling the Timeless Quest: The Free Design by Stereolab
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Lyrics

Where it had been left

Refers to a location left behind in the past.

Hundreds of years ago

Indicates a considerable passage of time, emphasizing historical distance.

Extract from the depth

Suggests retrieving something from the deep past.

Is but a setting sun paradise is scarce

Contrasts a former paradise with the current scarcity, possibly symbolizing lost ideals.

In this light that won't shine

Describes a dim or obscured light, possibly representing challenges or obstacles.

What is our earthly task

Raises a philosophical question about the purpose of human existence on Earth.

But a worthy design?

Questions the value and meaningfulness of human endeavors on Earth.


Some held it in sight

Suggests that some individuals perceive the goal or purpose despite its scattered nature.

For scattered it may have been

Implies a readiness to confront challenges or opposition in pursuit of a goal.

They're ready to fight

Indicates a preparedness to fight for a valuable and subtle insight.

In a priceless inkling

Suggests the rarity and value of the insight, comparing it to priceless ink.

The request is here

Refers to the presence of a request, possibly signaling an opportunity for action.

Ready to resurrect

Suggests a willingness to revive or bring back something important.

What else can we do but recover the project

Expresses a sense of duty to recover and continue a project despite challenges.


Our earthly design

Reiterates the idea of a human-designed purpose or plan on Earth.

Can be so detached

Reflects on the potential detachment from the intended design or purpose.

What crushes our desire

Addresses the challenges that hinder the fulfillment of desires or goals.

Not to be trapped

Expresses a desire to avoid being confined or limited in pursuit of goals.

When the higher spheres

Refers to guidance from higher realms or authorities, questioning the nature of these directives.

Tell us to and not to

Addresses conflicting instructions or restrictions from higher sources.

Everyone agrees

Highlights unanimous agreement in response to directives, possibly indicating conformity.

Demanding more veto

Suggests a call for more veto power, possibly questioning or challenging imposed limitations.

Our earthly design

Reiterates the theme of detachment from the intended human design or purpose on Earth.

Can we be so detached

Raises a similar question about detachment, emphasizing the challenge of remaining connected.

What crushes our desire

Reiterates the impact of challenges on human desires and goals.

Not to be trapped?

Concludes with a reiteration of the desire to avoid being confined or restricted.

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