No One There (feat. Julian Casablancas)

In 'No One There,' Exhibition, featuring Julian Casablancas, delves into the themes of self-destruction, loneliness, and the futile pursuit of material success. The song opens with a sense of chaos and commotion, suggesting an internal struggle or a tumultuous environment. The lyrics 'Trying to leave as you had come' imply a desire to escape or return to a simpler state, but the time and effort invested in achieving one's desires have led to a point of no return. The question 'Who's gonna save you from yourself' highlights the internal conflict and the realization that external help may not be enough to resolve it.

The chorus, 'I won't cry for you now, you never cried for me then,' reflects a sense of emotional detachment and unresolved grievances. The repetition of 'I see much of the same' suggests a cyclical pattern of behavior, where past mistakes and emotional neglect continue to haunt the present. The meticulousness described in 'Every line you'd measure so carefully, every song you'd learned to sing' contrasts sharply with the current state of aimlessness and confusion, as the protagonist struggles to remember their original purpose.

The plea 'Please stop looking' and the repeated assertion of 'No one out there' underscore a profound sense of isolation. The questions 'What you gonna do to us, honey? Won't you set us free?' and 'Whatcha gonna do with all the money when there's nothing left to see?' critique the hollow pursuit of wealth and success at the expense of genuine human connection and fulfillment. The song ultimately paints a bleak picture of a person trapped in their own destructive patterns, unable to find solace or meaning in their achievements.