Space-Dye Vest
Dream Theater
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Falling through pages of Martens on angels Feeling my heart pull west I saw the future dressed as a stranger Love in a space-dye vest Love is an act of blood and I'm bleeding A pool in the shape of a heart Beauty projection in the reflection Always the worst way to start "But he's the sort who can't know Anyone intimately, least of all a Woman, He doesn't know what a woman Is, He wants you for a possession, Something to look at like a painting or an ivory box. Something to own and to display. He doesn't want you to be real, Or to think or to live. He doesn't love you, but I love you. I want you to have your own thoughts and ideas and Feelings, even when I hold you in my arms. It's our last chance It's our Last chance" Now that you're gone I'm trying to take it Learning to swallow the rage Found a new girl I think we can make it As long as she stays on the page This is not how I want it to end And I'll never be open again "I was gonna move out, get, Get a job, get my own place, But, I go into the mall where I Want to work and they tell me, I'm, I was too young" "Some people, gave advice before, About facing the facts, about Facing reality. And this is, this Without a doubt, is his biggest Challenge ever. He's going to have to face it. You're gonna have to try, he's gonna to have to try and, Uh, and, and, and get some help here. I mean no one can Say they know how he feels." "That, so they say that, in ya know Like, Houston or something, you'd Say it's a hundred and eighty degrees, But it's a dry heat. In Houston they say that? Oh, maybe not. I'm all mixed up. Dry until they hit the swimming pool." "I get up with the sun, listen. You have your own room to sleep in, I don't care what you do. I don't Care when. That door gets locked, That door gets locked at night by nine o'clock. If you're not in this house by nine o'clock, then you'd Better find some Place to sleep. Because you're not going to be a bum in This house. Supper is ready" There's no one to take my blame If they wanted to There's nothing to keep me sane And it's all the same to you There's nowhere to set my aim So I'm everywhere Never come near me again Do you really think I need you I'll never be open again, I could never be open again. I'll never be open again, I could never be open again. And I'll smile and I'll learn to pretend And I'll never be open again And I'll have no more dreams to defend And I'll never be open again
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Written by: KEVIN F. MOORE
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10 facts about this song
CompositionThe song "Space-Dye Vest" is completely composed by Dream Theater's keyboardist Kevin Moore. It is interesting that Moore decided to make the song his own composition without the involvement of any other band members.
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AlbumThe song is part of the band’s third studio album titled "Awake" released in 1994. This proves to be historic as it's the last album featuring Moore before he left the band.
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Song InspirationThe song was inspired by a photograph that Kevin Moore found in a fashion magazine. It was an image of a model wearing a space-dye vest, which became the inspiration for both the title and the lyrics of the song.
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Unique Musical Structure"Space-Dye Vest" stands out because unlike many other Dream Theater songs, this song doesn't have a complex structure. Instead, it has a simple yet compelling arrangement that merges synthesizers with piano chords.
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AvailabilityDespite its popularity among Dream Theater fans, "Space-Dye Vest" is rarely included in the band's live shows. This can be attributed to the personal nature of the song's content and Moore's departure from the band.
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LyricsThe lyrics of this song have been interpreted as a reflection of Moore's state of mind at the time. They're considered to embody his feelings of isolation, disconnect, and being overwhelmed by the band's growing popularity.
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Background SoundsThe background sounds in the song are sampled from various sources. For instance, some lines are from a 1951 film called "A Streetcar Named Desire", some are from the news about Waco Siege in 1993, and some random street noises.
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LengthThe song is over 7 minutes long, making it one of the longest songs on the album. However, its length doesn't deter its listeners due to the powerful emotions conveyed through its music and lyrics.
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SentimentThis song has a melancholic feel, distinct from many other Dream Theater songs which are typically energetic and progressive. This change in style adds a layer of depth to the band's repertoire.
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Style"Space-Dye Vest" is a unique blend of progressive metal and progressive rock genres. This blend represents the unique style of Dream Theater, making the song a great representation of the band's musical diversity.
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