Disconnected

Keane's song 'Disconnected' delves into the emotional landscape of a relationship that has gradually deteriorated. The lyrics paint a picture of two people who have become estranged from each other, despite once being closely bonded. The opening lines metaphorically describe something insidious entering the relationship, akin to a creeping silence or a stone in a shoe, suggesting minor irritations that have accumulated over time. The 'chemical breaking down the glue' symbolizes the slow erosion of the connection that once held the couple together.

The chorus expresses a sense of alienation and confusion, with the speaker admitting to feeling like they no longer know their partner. The repetition of having been 'burned' and 'down' indicates a history of repeated disappointments and mistakes. The imagery of 'walking in circles' and 'the blind leading the blind' suggests a lack of direction and the inability to learn from past errors, leading to a cycle of repeated issues. The song's title, 'Disconnected,' encapsulates the central theme of the song: the feeling of being emotionally cut off from someone who was once integral to one's life.

The bridge of the song shifts to a more visual metaphor, with the changing landscape representing the altered state of the relationship. Familiar landmarks that once guided the speaker are no longer recognizable, symbolizing the disorientation that comes with the loss of a once-stable relationship. The 'invisible wall' mentioned in the song serves as a powerful metaphor for the unseen barriers that have arisen between the couple, preventing them from reconnecting.