Da Vinci

Weezer

About Da Vinci

"Da Vinci" is a song by the American rock band Weezer. It was released as the third single from the band's ninth studio album Everything Will Be Alright in the End on November 18, 2014.


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2014
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I tried taking a picture of you
When I look at it nothing comes through
Sometimes I wonder if you're just a ghost
And I wonder who's haunting you most

I tried describing you to all my friends
But they just told me to polish my lens
You're sweet, generous, my sweetheart
I don't even know where to start

Even Da Vinci couldn't paint you
Stephen Hawking can't explain you
Rosetta Stone could not translate you
I'm at a loss for words, I'm at a loss for words
I couldn't put it in a novel
I wrote a page, but it was awful
Now I just want to sing your gospel
I'm at a loss for words, I'm at a loss for words

I looked you up on ancestry.com
There was no record of Dad or of Mom
It's like you fell straight out of the sky
And left the scholars to figure out why

I like to think that I know quite a lot
But with you it feels like I forgot
I wish that I could explain who you are
But when I try to I never get far

Even Da Vinci couldn't paint you
Stephen Hawking can't explain you
Rosetta Stone could not translate you
I'm at a loss for words, I'm at a loss for words
I couldn't put it in a novel
I wrote a page, but it was awful
Now I just want to sing your gospel
I'm at a loss for words, I'm at a loss for words

We've come so far, now here we are
We made it through the night
I know we will, be strong, cause still
Everything will be alright

Even Da Vinci couldn't paint you
And Stephen Hawking can't explain you
Rosetta Stone could not translate you
I'm at a loss for words, I'm at a loss for words
I couldn't put it in a novel
I wrote a page, but it was awful
Now I just want to sing your gospel
I'm at a loss for words, I'm at a loss for words
I'm at a loss for words, I'm at a loss for words

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Weezer

Weezer is an American alternative rock band from Los Angeles, California, formed in 1992. The band consists of Rivers Cuomo (lead vocals, guitar), Patrick Wilson (drums, guitar, backing vocals), Brian Bell (guitar, backing vocals, keyboards), and Scott Shriner (bass, backing vocals, keyboards). The band's line-up has changed four times since its formation in 1992. They have released nine full-length albums, six EPs, and a DVD. more »

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Written by: RIVERS CUOMO, JOSH ALEXANDER

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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13 facts about this song

Album Context
"Da Vinci" is a track from "Everything Will Be Alright in the End", Weezer's ninth studio album that was released in 2014.
Track Position
It is the tenth song on the album.
Song Theme
The song takes inspiration from Leonard Da Vinci, considered one of the greatest thinkers in human history. It juxtaposes his genius with the struggle of understanding a lover.
Song Length
The duration of the song is approximately 3 minutes and 03 seconds, making it a relatively optimal length for radio play.
Band Line-Up
The lineup of Weezer during the release included Rivers Cuomo, Patrick Wilson, Brian Bell, and Scott Shriner.
Video Format
The song's video is a charming lyric video, featuring a variety of colorful doodles illustrating the lyrics.
Song Genre
As with most Weezer songs, "Da Vinci" falls into the categories of alternative rock and power pop.
Song Popularity
Despite being a catchy song, it wasn't released as a single and, thus, didn't climb the charts like some of Weezer's other hits.
Fan Favourite
Although it didn't achieve commercial success, it is popular within the band's fanbase due to its quirky lyrics and catchy melody.
Lyrics Theme
The lyrics deal with the difficulty of understanding and expressing emotions, using Da Vinci as a metaphor for someone who can solve complex problems and tasks effortlessly.
Love Song
Despite its unusual premise and name dropping of a famous polymath, "Da Vinci" is essentially a love song, with the narrator lamenting that not even the genius of Da Vinci could help him understand his romantic interest.
Songwriting Credits
Like most Weezer songs, "Da Vinci" was written by frontman Rivers Cuomo.
Use of Instruments
The song adheres to Weezer's signature sound, making good use of distorted guitar lines and strong, catchy rhythms. Additionally, the use of harmonica adds a unique touch to the song.

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