Follow Me (lyme & cybelle song)

"Follow Me" is a song written and performed by the American folk-rock duo Lyme & Cybelle. It was released as a single in 1966 and is considered their signature song and only significant hit. The song is notable for its innovative use of reversed audio effects and psychedelic elements within a pop song structure.

The song's lyrics explore themes of escapism and seeking a different reality, with the repeated phrase "Follow me" serving as an invitation to join the singer on a journey. The production, credited primarily to Michael Lloyd, features prominent backwards instrumentation, including guitars and vocals, which contributes to the song's ethereal and otherworldly atmosphere. This pioneering use of reversed audio was relatively unusual in popular music at the time and helped distinguish "Follow Me" from other contemporary songs.

Despite not achieving massive chart success initially, "Follow Me" has become a cult classic and is recognized as an early example of psychedelic pop. Its influence can be heard in later works by other artists who experimented with similar sonic techniques. The song continues to be included on various compilations of 1960s music and is appreciated for its unique sound and historical significance in the development of psychedelic music. Lyme & Cybelle themselves disbanded shortly after the release of "Follow Me," making the song their lasting legacy.