Tales of a Scorched Earth
Tales of a Scorched Earth

The Smashing Pumpkins - Tales of a Scorched Earth Lyrics

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Oct 23, 1995
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Tales of a Scorched Earth Lyrics

Farewell goodnight last one out turn out the lights
And let me be, let me die inside
Let me know the way from of this world of hate in you
'Cause the die is cast and the bitch is back
And we're all dead yeah we're all dead
Inside the future of a shattered past
I lie just to be real, and I'd die just to feel
Why do the same old things keep on happening?
Because beyond my hopes there are no feelings

Bless the martyrs and kiss the kids
For knowing better, for knowing this
'Cause you're all whores and I'm a fag
And I've got no mother and I've got no dad
To save me the wasted, save me from myself
I lie just to be real, and I'd die just to feel
Why do the same old things keep on happening?
Because beyond my hopes there are no feelings

Everybody's lost just waiting to be found
Everyone's a thought just waiting to fade
So fuck it all 'cause I don't care
So what somehow somewhere we dared
To try to dare, to dare for a little more, yeah yeah
I lie to just to be real, and I'd die just to feel
Why do the same old things keep on happening?
Because beyond my hopes there are no reasons

Writer(s): WILLIAM PATRICK CORGAN
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who wrote 'Tales of a Scorched Earth' by The Smashing Pumpkins?

    The song 'Tales of a Scorched Earth' was written by William Patrick Corgan, the lead singer of The Smashing Pumpkins.

  2. What album features the song 'Tales of a Scorched Earth'?

    'Tales of a Scorched Earth' is featured on The Smashing Pumpkins' third studio album, 'Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness,' released in 1995.

  3. What recurring theme does Billy Corgan address in the lyrics of 'Tales of a Scorched Earth'?

    Billy Corgan addresses the theme of apathy and emotional numbness in 'Tales of a Scorched Earth,' highlighting his struggle with feeling disconnected and unfulfilled emotionally.

  4. How does the chorus of 'Tales of a Scorched Earth' reflect Billy Corgan's emotional state?

    In the chorus, Billy Corgan sings 'I lie just to be real, and I'd die just to feel,' expressing his desperation and willingness to do anything to experience genuine emotions and escape his emotional numbness.

  5. Are there other songs by Billy Corgan that explore themes of emotional struggle?

    Yes, Billy Corgan often explores themes of emotional struggle and introspection in his music. Other Smashing Pumpkins songs like 'Disarm' and 'Today' also delve into his complex emotional landscape.

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