Fortune Teller
Ash · Nu-Clear Sounds
Don't know anybody, feel so out of place
I'm bored with this century, and I'm sick of it all
Here I am standing on the killing floor
Got a fever burning and I don't feel right
Yeah my head's rushing right out of my mind
Went to the doctor and he gave me pills
Yeah they numbed my pain but didn't cure my ills
What's in the future 'cos I can't see
Fortune teller got me down on my knees
Go and see the fortune teller
Will she tell me all she knows
Go and see the fortune teller baby
Find out how it goes
I found myself living in a concrete hell
Found myself thinking don't need no-one else
I'm feeling damaged yeah I feel deranged
i need something to counter-act the pain
Can't see the stars but could they give me a sign
Yeah I need to know now don't tell me no lies
I've been completely going out of my mind
I feel beat up just like Jesus Christ
What's in the future 'cos I can't see
Fortune teller got me down on my knees
Go and see the fortune teller
Will she tell me all she knows
Go and see the fortune teller baby
Find out how it goes
We all live beneath a dying sun
Used to believe in something, that's been shot to fuck
I'm bored with this century yeah I'm sick of it all
Here I am standing on the killing floor
What's in the future 'cos I can't see
Fortune teller got me down on my knees
Go and see the fortune teller
Will she tell me all she knows
Go and see the fortune teller baby
Find out how it goes
Yeah so when am I gonna get better
Will I find out in my time?
Go and see the fortune teller baby
Find out how it goes
About Fortune Teller
Ash's "Fortune Teller" stands as a defining track on the *Nu-Clear Sounds* album, exemplifying the band's unique blend of post-punk energy and cosmic sci-fi themes. Released during a period where Ash solidified their reputation for blending electronic textures with raw, driving guitar work, the song captures the essence of their discography through its atmospheric production and melodic intensity. The track reflects the broader influence of the genre, drawing from the aesthetic of space exploration and dystopian narratives that often characterize their music. As a key component of the *Nu-Clear Sounds* catalogue, the recording showcases Ash's ability to craft immersive soundscapes that resonate with fans of the genre. The song's placement within their body of work highlights their commitment to pushing boundaries in electronic and rock fusion, creating a listening experience that is both nostalgic and forward-looking. Its enduring appeal lies in its ability to evoke a sense of wonder and uncertainty, mirroring the lyrical themes of fate and destiny without relying on explicit narrative exposition.