<< Hi, everyone, couldn't resist finally coming out of the lurking shadows. I joined the list several weeks ago and have delighted in reading the daily mail from everyone.>> Welcome, Craig! Thanks for delurking and introducing yourself! << "The throbbing light machine" refers to a machine used by late 60s deejays and concert promoters to create psychedelic light shows for the audiences at rock concerts.>> This has been previously stated, but I don't see how this description fits in context of the lyrics of the song. I'd appreciate any other enLIGHTenments you could bring to your interpretation! :~) Bob
