The song is about, first being famous, then not being famous.
A lot of artists feel their relationship with the audience, akin to one with a woman.
'If only I could Touch you.'
If only I could get through, to make you see.
It's a fantasy, really, because Peter Gabriel already had hordes of fans, that had already been 'touched'.
The part about 'something ugly's gonna show' refers to being a solo artist, and not having four talented musicians to cover up the imperfections.
an insecurity issue, butterflies, stagefright, call it what you will.
You have to understand the 'I talk in pictures not in words' scenario.
The song is about, first being famous, then not being famous. A lot of artists feel their relationship with the audience, akin to one with a woman.
'If only I could Touch you.'
If only I could get through, to make you see. It's a fantasy, really, because Peter Gabriel already had hordes of fans, that had already been 'touched'.
The part about 'something ugly's gonna show' refers to being a solo artist, and not having four talented musicians to cover up the imperfections.
an insecurity issue, butterflies, stagefright, call it what you will.
You have to understand the 'I talk in pictures not in words' scenario.