Everything Disappears When You Come Around
Of Montreal · Cherry Peel [1997]
My ears disappear.
When you come around, everything else vanishes.
The crowds slowly fade when you come around.
Everything evaporates when you come around.
On the news at night,
they talk about the disappearances.
They interview the people who were witnesses.
Most are shocked, some don't care.
When you come around, everything else disappears.
My mouth disappears.
When you come around, everything else vanishes.
The birds have no heads when you come around.
Everything loses its legs when you come around.
On the news at night,
they talk about the abnormalities.
They interview the people who are authorities.
Most are intrigued, some don't care
When you come around.
When you are near,
I feel so far away from the person I am
Alone I feel like I'm jumping on a trampoline.
When you come around, everything else disappears.
My eyes disappear.
When you come around, everything else vanishes.
The sunlight swims away when you come around,
And even darkness won't stay
when you come around.
Everything Disappears When You Come Around
Everything Disappears When You Come Around stands as a defining track from Of Montreal's 1997 album, Cherry Peel. During this era, the band cultivated a distinct indie pop sound characterized by whimsical melodies and eclectic arrangements that would later evolve into their more theatrical style. This recording captures the group's early experimentation with catchy hooks and introspective songwriting, establishing a foundation for their extensive discography. The song reflects the band's ability to blend emotional depth with accessible pop structures, a hallmark of their work throughout the late nineties. As part of a prolific catalogue, it remains a significant song in the band's history, showcasing their unique approach to crafting memorable melodies within the indie rock landscape.