Untitled #3

John Frusciante's 'Untitled #3' is a deeply introspective and existential piece that delves into themes of alienation, self-perception, and the search for meaning. The song opens with a metaphor comparing a dove to a glove worn on the heart, suggesting a sense of fragility and vulnerability. This imagery sets the tone for the rest of the song, where Frusciante explores his feelings of being out of place in a world obsessed with superficiality and fashion. The line 'And you're there to put me down' indicates a sense of being judged or misunderstood by others, leading to a pervasive sense of isolation and discontent.

The second verse continues this theme of alienation, with Frusciante expressing a desire to escape the judgmental gaze of society. The imagery of the 'nose of a girl' turned up so loud it erases the clouds suggests a world where superficial judgments overshadow deeper, more meaningful experiences. The line 'I've never been here and though you're physically near' highlights a sense of disconnection, even in the presence of others. This disconnection is further emphasized by the metaphor of decaying like the day he loved, indicating a loss of something once cherished.

In the final verse, Frusciante grapples with the concept of reality and existence. The line 'I could be happy in infinity of the space in my eyelid' suggests a longing for an internal, infinite space where he can find peace. However, he acknowledges that his current reality feels like 'scribbling nonsense,' and he questions his own existence with the haunting line 'I don't even know if I'm real.' This existential crisis is a poignant reflection of the human condition, where the search for meaning and authenticity often leads to more questions than answers.