Talk Shows On Mute
Incubus · Monuments & Melodies [2009]
Pack on powder
Wash 'em out with buzzing lights
Pay an audience to care
'Impress me' personality
Still and transfixed
The electric sheep are dreaming of your face
Enjoy you from the chemical
Comfort of America
Come one, come all
Into nineteen-eighty four
Yeah, three, two, one...
Lights! camera! transaction!
Quick, your time is almost up
Make all forget that they're the moth
Edging in towards the flame
Burn into obscurity
Still and transfixed
The electric sheep are dreaming up your fate
And judge you from the card castle
Comfort of America
Come one, come all
Into nineteen-eighty four
Yeah, three, two, one...
Lights! camera! Yeah!
Come one, come all
Into nineteen-eighty four
Yeah, three, two, one...
Lights! camera! Transaction!
Lights! camera! Transaction!
Yeah yeah yeah!
Come one, come all
Into nineteen-eighty four
Yeah, three, two, one...
Lights! camera! Transaction!
Ohhh....
Your foundation is canyoning
Fault lines should be worn with pride
I hate to say
So much more
You're so much more
Endearing with the sound turned off
Talk Shows On Mute
Talk Shows On Mute stands as a defining track from Incubus's 2009 album, Monuments & Melodies. Emerging during a period where the band explored more introspective and atmospheric textures, the song showcases their signature blend of alternative rock and melodic sensibilities. The recording reflects the group's evolution beyond their earlier funk-metal roots, offering a contemplative listening experience that resonates with fans of their mature discography. As part of a body of work that balances experimental production with accessible songwriting, this piece highlights the band's ability to craft emotionally resonant music without relying on overt aggression. It remains a notable song in their catalogue, representing a specific era of creative exploration that continues to define their sound for listeners discovering their extensive history of recordings.