Nicu
Phish · Hampton/winston-Salem '97 [2011]
tenaciously clawing at me. The devious gelatin holding
me fast. Miraculous now you let me move past. Over the
wall rushing rivers of sleaze. The tips of stalactites incising
my knee. A slipper, a sand dollar day at the shore. Nice
evening at home that I dread even more.
Would you please, Make clear to me, I'm peering out
through your opacity. Though you rehearse, Tomorrow's
verse, Forgive me if I don't sing in your key
Look back on those days when my life was a haze. The
gelatin lay on a truncated sleigh. Copernicus drank from a
vessel that stank. The free masons crank to the overflow tank.
Bane of the weasel, for biding his fun. Jump on the turnstile
and watch me go 'round. Swim with the cactus and float with
the stone. I try to convey what you strive to condone
Would you please, Make clear to me, I'm peering out through
your opacity. Though you rehearse, Tomorrow's verse, Forgive
me if I don't sing in your key
Would you please (In all that dust and stone) Make clear to
me (And when you see me) Why nothing is the first thing that I
see (Don't Go) And if you do (In all that dirt and stone) And I
see you (And when you see me) Then you will be the nothing
left for me (Don't Go)
Nicu
Phish's "Nicu" stands as a distinctive song in the band's expansive catalogue, showcasing their signature blend of improvisational rock and eclectic songwriting. Recorded during the Hampton and Winston-Salem shows in 1997, the track captures the group at a creative peak, weaving complex rhythmic structures with melodic hooks that define their live performance aesthetic. The song reflects the band's willingness to explore unconventional themes and sonic textures, often serving as a vehicle for extended instrumental exploration on stage. As part of their broader discography, "Nicu" exemplifies the dynamic interplay between the members that has cultivated a dedicated following. It remains a notable piece of work for fans interested in the band's mid-to-late nineties output, highlighting their ability to craft memorable compositions that thrive in a concert setting.

