Electron Blue Lyrics

Lyric discussion by words_and_phrases 

Cover art for Electron Blue lyrics by R.E.M.

"It's hard to focus on more than what's in front of you"

"Adventure has laid its' claim on you It's all you want to do You You know where to run"

"Tomorrow's gaining speed on you It's all you want to do"

As far as I am concerned those lines in particular explain the crux of the song. For this kind of person, its all about racing the hourglass, obtaining maximum 'fulfillment' within the shortest time span and via the shortest route possible. Leads to utter misery.