Song Of Imaginary Beings
Iamx · The Alternative [2006]
The physical way a woman should
Then where else could she go
Where the sisters and the fathers can't save her soul
Send them in, see them on
She can't find a lover, she'll fashion one
Imaginary men, like the burned out poets in the hinterland
The phoenix says, the devil says
The serpent says, the siren says
Why is the word when the word needs the meaning
Why is the word when the word needs the meaning
The hourglass sees what shelf life does
She asked, exactly tell me what is love but grieving life alone
Just the words from prophets and religious shows
Imagine hurt, imagine tears
She opened up until she disappeared
Vanished, hand in hand
With all the long-lost children locked in Neverland
The phoenix says, the devil says
The serpent says, the siren says
Why is the word when the word needs the meaning
Why is the word when the word needs the meaning
The phoenix says, the devil says
The serpent says, the siren says
The phoenix says (burn for me)
The devil says (lie for me)
The serpent says (burn for me)
The siren says (die for me)
The phoenix says (burn for me)
The devil says (lie for me)
The serpent says (burn for me)
The siren says (die for me)
Song Of Imaginary Beings
Iamx's 'Song Of Imaginary Beings' stands as a distinctive song within the band's expansive electronic catalogue. Released on the 2006 album The Alternative, the track exemplifies the group's signature blend of atmospheric synth-pop and emotive vocal delivery. Emerging during a period where the band explored darker, more introspective themes, the recording captures the ethereal quality that defined their mid-2000s output. The song complements the broader discography, which includes acclaimed works like Kiss And Swallow and Kingdom Of Welcome Addiction. By weaving complex sonic textures with poignant melodies, Iamx created a piece that resonates with fans of experimental pop and electronic music. This recording remains a testament to the band's ability to craft immersive soundscapes that invite listeners into a world of abstract emotion and sonic exploration.