I Was Watching Your Eyes
Of Montreal · Cherry Peel [1997]
Something so beautiful
That I just can't sing it
without getting that incredible feeling,
The one that just overwhelms my senses.
Because it's the only thing I have,
It's the only thing that makes my life worthwhile.
I know there aren't too many people
Who allow themselves to say what they feel,
So I was watching your eyes,
In case they just might say something.
I want to think someone's beautiful,
That they're so beautiful it's a thrill to be near them.
Fill my stomach with butterflies,
have me floating on air,
Bring something out of me I didn't know was there.
But it's such a torturous thing
That I am not excited by anyone.
I know there aren't too many people
Who allow themselves to say what they feel,
So I was watching your eyes,
In case they just might say something.
I Was Watching Your Eyes
I Was Watching Your Eyes stands as a defining track from Of Montreal's 1997 album Cherry Peel, capturing the band's early experimental energy. During this period, frontman Kevin Barnes was refining a sound that blended indie rock with theatrical flair and baroque pop sensibilities. The recording reflects the group's willingness to explore complex emotional landscapes through intricate instrumentation and dynamic shifts. As part of a discography that would later embrace more psychedelic and art-rock elements, this song highlights the foundational creativity that characterized their mid-to-late nineties output. It remains a notable example of how the band utilized their studio work to establish a unique identity within the indie scene, showcasing a blend of vulnerability and sonic experimentation that continues to resonate with listeners exploring their extensive catalogue.