Lyric discussion by Yossarian82 

Cover art for Superpowers lyrics by Dismemberment Plan, The

its not just about being able to empathize with others, i think its literally feeling what everyone else in the world is feeling...and i get the feeling he is considering what it would feel like to be God. except its not a good feeling to him, and he doesnt think anyone can actually get to God, as evidenced by the "silvery towers" surrounded by endless rocks, and all the awful feelings that others feel.

crazy song.