I adore this song - grew up on Paul Simon. And I think you're quite correct: it's a warning about how the negative aspects of drug addiction can affect and alter your life. But it's also about self-esteem, and the fact that we are who we are, regardless of our own self image. There's no need to change, bolster or hide our thoughts and feelings because we are all human, and in the end hiding behind synthetic defences will only make us unhappy, and inauthentic.
I adore this song - grew up on Paul Simon. And I think you're quite correct: it's a warning about how the negative aspects of drug addiction can affect and alter your life. But it's also about self-esteem, and the fact that we are who we are, regardless of our own self image. There's no need to change, bolster or hide our thoughts and feelings because we are all human, and in the end hiding behind synthetic defences will only make us unhappy, and inauthentic.
Or....don't do drugs to change others' perception of...
Or....don't do drugs to change others' perception of you - just be yourself :)
Two years later, I came here to comment, only to realize I already did.
Again, great song. The rhythm of the words, the beautiful guitar work and backing tracks, and the honest and straightforward content give me chills.
I guess not enough people know about this song.
@jcovarru Well, six years later....I'll reply :)
@jcovarru Well, six years later....I'll reply :)
I adore this song - grew up on Paul Simon. And I think you're quite correct: it's a warning about how the negative aspects of drug addiction can affect and alter your life. But it's also about self-esteem, and the fact that we are who we are, regardless of our own self image. There's no need to change, bolster or hide our thoughts and feelings because we are all human, and in the end hiding behind synthetic defences will only make us unhappy, and inauthentic.
I adore this song - grew up on Paul Simon. And I think you're quite correct: it's a warning about how the negative aspects of drug addiction can affect and alter your life. But it's also about self-esteem, and the fact that we are who we are, regardless of our own self image. There's no need to change, bolster or hide our thoughts and feelings because we are all human, and in the end hiding behind synthetic defences will only make us unhappy, and inauthentic.
Or....don't do drugs to change others' perception of...
Or....don't do drugs to change others' perception of you - just be yourself :)
More people should know about this song :)