Discover the story of the song > Anesthetize – Porcupine Tree

The song talks about the protagonist feeling disconnected and numb to the world around him, as if he is not really there. He is taking pills to deal with his boredom, but they only bring apathy and a false sense of energy. The final section describes a memory of a warm day at the beach, where the protagonist saw his partner but could not hear her, leading to a feeling of loss and sadness.