So I have to wonder: What the hell is wrong with all of you? I mean, we are talking about art, here. Art. How arrogant are you to think that you have the One True Interpretation? Matthew Bellamy described how he came to his inspiration for the lyrics. His statements do not mean that there is no ambiguity or room for personal insight within his lyrics. If he wanted to write unambiguous lyrics, he would have called the characters by name and titled the song, "The Love Story Between Winston And Julia Within The George Orwell Book 1984." I think that Matthew Bellamy is a brilliant lyricist, and this song reaffirms that belief. He left the story open to varying interpretations, which makes the song more meaningful.
Good job to you who thought it was based on 1984 before Matthew Bellamy said anything either way.
I like the interpretation that this story is about two homosexual lovers. Of either sex, really. We can say that it's easier to imagine the focus on two men, as Matthew Bellamy is male, but it's left ambiguous enough for either case to be valid. I also like the interpretation that it's a retelling of Romeo & Juliet. I've always had a fancy for that story.
So I have to wonder: What the hell is wrong with all of you? I mean, we are talking about art, here. Art. How arrogant are you to think that you have the One True Interpretation? Matthew Bellamy described how he came to his inspiration for the lyrics. His statements do not mean that there is no ambiguity or room for personal insight within his lyrics. If he wanted to write unambiguous lyrics, he would have called the characters by name and titled the song, "The Love Story Between Winston And Julia Within The George Orwell Book 1984." I think that Matthew Bellamy is a brilliant lyricist, and this song reaffirms that belief. He left the story open to varying interpretations, which makes the song more meaningful.
Good job to you who thought it was based on 1984 before Matthew Bellamy said anything either way.
I like the interpretation that this story is about two homosexual lovers. Of either sex, really. We can say that it's easier to imagine the focus on two men, as Matthew Bellamy is male, but it's left ambiguous enough for either case to be valid. I also like the interpretation that it's a retelling of Romeo & Juliet. I've always had a fancy for that story.
Noah
http://www.bbc.co.uk/newsbeat/10000720
http://www.bbc.co.uk/newsbeat/10000720