"Me! I Disconnect from You" is a song performed by Grace Jones, originally written and recorded by Gary Numan. The lyrics depict a feeling of detachment and alienation from society and personal relationships. The song opens with the repetition of the alarm ringing, symbolizing a disruptive and chaotic state. The protagonist expresses their inability to connect with others, as indicated by the conversations they overhear and their detachment from their own photograph. This disconnect is further highlighted through their isolation and detachment from the world represented by the screen. As the song progresses, the protagonist's detachment intensifies, reflecting a deteriorating mental state. They describe feeling the decay of someone's mind just a few inches away from them, emphasizing their emotional and psychological disconnection. The plea to not be turned off reveals a fear of losing oneself or being abandoned. The mention of the telephone that never rings suggests a lack of communication and connection with others, creating a sense of loneliness and isolation. The song poses the question of what someone would do if they were in the protagonist's shoes, implying that their disconnection and alienation are complex and difficult to understand from an outside perspective. The repetition of "Me, I disconnect from you" throughout the song further emphasizes the protagonist's deliberate choice to disconnect from others. Overall, "Me! I Disconnect from You" explores themes of detachment, isolation, and the struggle to connect with others, delving into the emotional and psychological impact of disconnection from society and personal relationships.
