Waking Up Dead
Waking Up Dead

Phish - Waking Up Dead Lyrics

Jun 29, 2016
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Waking Up Dead Music Video

Waking Up Dead Lyrics

Woke up on the wrong side
Atrophied throughout
Dreamt with open eyes
I was vacuuming about

In a straight line
A very straight line

Each new morning I wake
With clouds around my head
Lift up the walls and pipes
And vacuum out my head

In a straight line
A very straight line

Ooooh, vac-you-you-me
Waking up dead
Ooooh, vac-you-you-me
Waking up dead

In addition stands a man
In a backlit halo glow
Wears a darkened smile
Is there something I should know?

Something all consuming
All consuming

Ooooh, vac-you-you-me
Waking up dead
From above
vac-you-you-me
Waking up dead

I feel the suction rev
As I waltz the vacuum arm
End to end it sucks itself
And pulls me with its charm

Morning in a vortex
And when I squint my eyes
You peek inside my empty shell
A memory in disguise

Tree outside is upside down
Head hangs off the bed
They say I'm just a pair of lungs
Connected by a thread

I'm presuming
The end is looming

In trouble when I put my foot down
Try to have a voice
In trouble when I climb back down
Let you have your choice

My soul got sucked out in the ether
Just about half past nine
My cars went out drinking in closing time

Vac-you you me
Vac-you-you me
Ooooh Vac-you-you me
Waking up dead
Vac-you-you me
Waking up dead
Waking up dead
Ooooh Vac-you-you me
Waking up dead
Waking up dead

Writer(s): Ernest Anastasio, Scott Murawski
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing
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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. What album is 'Waking Up Dead' featured on?

    'Waking Up Dead' is featured on Phish's fourteenth studio album 'Big Boat,' which was released on October 7, 2016.

  2. Who are the writers credited for 'Waking Up Dead'?

    The song 'Waking Up Dead' was written by Phish's guitarist Trey Anastasio and songwriter Scott Murawski.

  3. When did Phish form as a band?

    Phish formed in Burlington, Vermont, in 1983. The original lineup consisted of guitarist Trey Anastasio, bassist Mike Gordon, drummer Jon Fishman, and guitarist Jeff Holdsworth. Keyboardist Page McConnell joined the band in 1985.

  4. What unique element does 'Waking Up Dead' include in its lyrics?

    'Waking Up Dead' features a play on words with 'vac-you-you-me,' creating a surreal and somewhat eerie imagery that complements the song's theme of feeling disoriented and entranced.

  5. Has Phish been known for their live performances?

    Yes, Phish is renowned for their live performances characterized by musical improvisation, extended jams, and the unique experience they provide at each show. The band has a dedicated following and their concerts are a central element of their popularity.

  6. What are some of the musical genres Phish blends in their music?

    Phish blends elements from a wide variety of genres including funk, reggae, progressive rock, psychedelic rock, folk, country, jazz, blues, bluegrass, electronic music, and pop.

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