The Ghost Of Myself
Pet Shop Boys · Other Songs - Pet Shop Boys
The ghost of myself as I used to be
Looking back now, I can see
The ghost of myself haunting me
It's an undistinguished room with a single bed
I used to share with you at the weekend
Books and records, new wave and disco
We'll go for a swim and then the Cafe Picasso
Looking back now, I can see
The ghost of myself as I used to be
Looking back now, I can see
The ghost of myself haunting me
You can see them by the pub, rockabilly boys
Camera crews in Flood Street for the election
Mohicans, Sloanes, Clones go their own way
You packed up your stuff, I went to the V and A
Looking back now, I can see
The ghost of myself as I used to be
Looking back now, I can see
The ghost of myself haunting me
Looking back now, I can see
The ghost of myself wondering what to be
Looking back now, I can see
The ghost of myself searching for the key
Haunted by my shy self, the things we used to do
The sudden ghost of myself getting it on with you
Looking back now, I can see
The ghost of myself wondering what to be
Looking back now, I can see
The ghost of myself searching for the key
The Ghost Of Myself - Pet Shop Boys
Released in 1987, The Ghost Of Myself stands as a defining track in the synth-pop canon, showcasing the Pet Shop Boys' mastery of atmospheric production and lyrical introspection. The song blends lush synthesizer textures with a driving rhythm, characteristic of the era's new wave revival while maintaining the duo's signature blend of melancholy and sophistication. Thematically, it explores the haunting nature of memory and self-perception, delivered through a voice that balances vulnerability with cool detachment. As a staple of their discography, the recording exemplifies the group's ability to craft emotionally resonant pop music that transcends its specific moment in time, influencing countless artists who followed in the wake of their innovative sound.