Discover the story of the song > Imitation of Life – REM

The song talks about how people often pretend to be something they're not, just like a koi in a frozen pond or a goldfish in a bowl. The protagonist sings about how sugarcane, cinnamon, and Hollywood can all be imitations of real life. However, the song encourages the protagonist and others to be themselves and not worry about what others think since no one can see them cry or try.