"The Outsider" is a song by the doom metal band Electric Wizard. The lyrics depict the feelings of a person who feels alienated and disconnected from society, hence considering themselves an outsider. The constant repetition of the lines "Always watching, never screaming, forever watching, always feeling, never dreaming" indicates a state of observation rather than participation in life. This could imply a sense of being an outsider looking in, always observing but never truly engaging with emotions or dreams. The repetition of "always dreaming" could be a contrast, suggesting that despite the feelings of being disconnected, the individual still holds on to a sense of hope and imagination. However, the subsequent repetition of "never dreaming" seems to signify the struggle and reality of never fully experiencing or actualizing those dreams. Overall, the song portrays a sense of isolation and a desire for connection and understanding. It reflects the struggles of feeling detached from society, longing for a place where they belong, but constantly remaining outside of it.
