The Outsider
A Perfect Circle · aMOTION [2004]
It's just that this is not the way I'm wired so could you please
Help me understand why
You give in to all these reckless dark desires, you're
Lying to yourself again, suicidal imbecile
Think about it, put it on a faultline
What'll it take to get it through to you, precious?
No one asks, why do you wanna throw it away like this
Such a mess, I don't wanna watch you
Disconnect and self-destruct one bullet at a time
What's your rush now, everyone will have his day to die
Medicated
Drama queen
Picture-perfect nonbelligerence
Narcissistic
Drama queen
Craving fame and all this decadence
Lying through your teeth again, suicidal imbecile
Think about it, put it on a faultline
What'll it take to get it through to you, precious?
No one asks, why do you wanna throw it away like this
Such a mess, I don't wanna watch you
Disconnect and self-destruct one bullet at a time
What's your rush now, everyone will have his day to die
Lying to my face again, suicidal imbecile
Think about it, put it on a faultline
What'll it take to get it through to you, precious?
No one asks, why do you wanna throw it away like this
Such a mess, no one else, no one else
Disconnect and self-destruct one bullet at a time
What's your hurry, everyone will have his day to die
If you choose to pull the trigger
Should your drama prove sincere
Do it somewhere far away from here
The Outsider - A Perfect Circle
Released on the 2004 album aMOTION, 'The Outsider' stands as a defining track in the post-metal and alternative metal landscape. The song exemplifies the band's signature approach, blending heavy, downtuned riffs with melodic, atmospheric passages that characterize their evolution during this era. Produced by Greg Puciato and the band, the recording showcases a dynamic interplay between aggressive distortion and soaring vocals, creating a sonic texture that resonated deeply within the metal community. As a key component of their discography, the track reflects the band's commitment to pushing boundaries while maintaining a cohesive musical identity that bridged the gap between technical proficiency and emotional intensity.