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Less Than You Think

Wilco

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Less Than You Think

Song byWilco

Your mind's a machine

It's deadly and dull

It's never been still and its will

Has never been free

Lightly tapping

A high-pitched drum

As your spine starts to shine

You shiver at your soul

A fist so clear and climbing

Punches a hole

In the sky

So you can see

For yourself

If you don't believe me

There's so much less

To this than you think

It's almost gone

The night is dissolving

In a cup God lifts

To toast the lightning

Lightly tapping

It's high-pitched and it hums

Your spine starts to shine

And you shiver at your soul

A fist so clear and climbing

Punches a hole

In the sky

So you can see

For yourself

If you don't believe me

There's so much less

To this than you think

LanguageEnglish
Translated byAllen Morningstar

About this Song

Less Than You Think by Wilco is a deeply introspective song that delves into themes of depression, isolation, and self-awareness. The first part of the song features somber lyrics expressing feelings of inadequacy and the overwhelming nature of one's inner struggles. Phrases like 'Your mind's a machine' and 'Tearing your heart apart' reflect the internal battle and the pervasive sense of despair. The second part of the song transitions into an extended ambient noise section, which can be interpreted as the chaotic and unsettling nature of mental turmoil. This portion underscores the emotional disarray and disorientation that often accompany such feelings. The poignant blending of haunting lyrics with experimental noise creates a powerful auditory representation of the complexities of mental health.

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