largely agree with Shoofa's interpretation of the lyrics - I believe Dave Longstreth is commenting on the human race's lack of foresight in regards to the sustainability of our lifestyles, and our propensity to use and abuse the natural world around us.
I recently read something, somewhere that brought to mind the 'cannibal resource' mentioned in the lyrics - the writer put forward the assertion that once we have used up all our natural resources we will eventually be forced to consume ourselves ...
of course the line "I think you're more than a terrified witness" is an accusation that we all play a part in this destructive way of living.
largely agree with Shoofa's interpretation of the lyrics - I believe Dave Longstreth is commenting on the human race's lack of foresight in regards to the sustainability of our lifestyles, and our propensity to use and abuse the natural world around us. I recently read something, somewhere that brought to mind the 'cannibal resource' mentioned in the lyrics - the writer put forward the assertion that once we have used up all our natural resources we will eventually be forced to consume ourselves ...
of course the line "I think you're more than a terrified witness" is an accusation that we all play a part in this destructive way of living.
cool song too huh ?