Track 12 (Morning)

Song Meaning

The lyrics paint a picture of a persistent, unwelcome presence that the narrator thought they had successfully banished. There's a clear sense of annoyance and a desire for distance, as the narrator insists, "I thought I buried you in the ground." The repeated assertion "I know you think I'm here / But I'm really not there" highlights a disconnect between perception and reality, suggesting the narrator is actively evading or has moved beyond this other person's expectations. The central tension lies in the narrator's struggle against this intrusive figure who seems determined to engage with them, even to the point of wanting to "tear us up at our seams." The other person's stated desires – to be "part of our scene" and to "see the killer in me" – reveal a potentially destructive or voyeuristic interest. The narrator, however, clearly wants to avoid this confrontation, wishing the other person would "get the wrong idea." The most striking element is the stark repetition of "I know you think I'm here / But I'm really not there." This refrain acts like a mantra, emphasizing the narrator's deliberate detachment and their refusal to be pinned down by the other person's assumptions. It’s a powerful declaration of self-possession, even as the narrator acknowledges the other person's persistent belief in their presence. The concluding, almost defiant, "And it's not my fault" underscores the narrator's frustration and their refusal to accept blame for the other person's misinterpretations or unwanted fixation.