3 Libras
A Perfect Circle
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Threw you the obvious and you flew with it on your back a name In your recollection down among a million same Difficult not to feel a little bit disappointed and passed over when I've looked right through to see you naked but oblivious and you don't see me But I threw you the obvious just to see If there's more behind the eyes of a fallen angel eyes of a tragedy Here I am expecting just a little bit too much From the wounded but I see through it all and see you 'Cause I threw you the obvious to see what occurs behind the eyes of a fallen angel Eyes of a tragedy oh well, oh well apparently nothing apparently nothing at all You don't, you don't, you don't see me You don't, you don't, you don't see me You don't, you don't, you don't see me You don't, you don't, you don't see me You don't see me You don't see me at all
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Written by: Billy Howerdel, Maynard Keenan
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Recording and Release"3 Libras" was recorded by A Perfect Circle in 2000 and released on their debut album, "Mer De Noms."
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Chart PerformanceDespite not receiving as much radio play as other songs from the album, "3 Libras" still made it to #12 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Tracks chart.
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Musical ArrangementThe song is known for its tranquil, melody-rich arrangement performed by a string quartet. It stands out on the album for its softer, less aggressive sound.
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Song's MessageThe song is said to be about feeling overlooked and ignored. The lyrics, "You don't see me" are repeated throughout the song, suggesting a feeling of invisibility or insignificance.
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Title InterpretationThere are numerous interpretations for the title, "3 Libras." Some fans speculate it refers to the Zodiac sign Libra, suggesting a connection to balance or the ups and downs in relationships.
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Music VideoThe animated music video for "3 Libras" was directed by Steven Grisé. It tells the story of a mermaid falling in love with a human.
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Live PerformanceThe song was frequently performed live during the band's early years. It was highlighted by the illustrator Cam de Leon's artwork projected in the background.
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Remix Version"3 Libras" was remixed by Massive Attack for A Perfect Circle's remix album "aMOTION." This version presents a drastically different take on the song, introducing electronica elements.
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Commercial Usage"3 Libras" was featured in the season one finale of the U.S. television series "The O.C."
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Lyric InterpretationFrontman Maynard James Keenan has stated that "3 Libras" was written about the people who didn't attend their concerts despite the band's growing popularity, symbolizing the feeling of being overlooked.
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