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West Coast
Fidlar Lyrics


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Checked out, I'm waiting for the weekend
Coked up, it's alright I'm leaving
But I don't ever wanna go
Skip school, I'm already failing
Told mom and dad that I'm bailing
Now we're drivin' up the coast

Cracked out and sleepless in Seattle
Got drunk and barfed on my shadow
I don't ever wanna go
Got high and ended up in Portland
But you can't find liquor in Oregon
So we'll just talk and bum some smokes
Woke up, you caught me with a smile
Passed out on your bathroom tile
And I think that this is home
So sad, I should've told her something
Call her up and talk about nothing
But I forgot I lost my phone

And all my friends, they just stay the same
I'm growin' up but nothing's changing
I'm so sick of this stupid place
It's so suburban and so boring
I should try and get a life
But I don't want that nine to five
I'd rather die, keep getting high
So pack my things and say goodbye

Checked out, I'm waiting for the weekend
Checked out, I'm waiting for the weekend
Checked out, I'm waiting for the weekend
Checked out, I'm waiting for the weekend

Overall Meaning

Fidlar's song "West Coast" is a commentary on the escapism of youth and the feelings of entrapment in suburban monotony. The lyrics describe a rebellious teenager who decides to ditch school and go on a road trip up the West Coast with friends. The use of drugs and alcohol is rampant, with the singer using substances to escape the mundanity of their life. While they encounter some hiccups on the way, such as getting caught with drugs in Oregon where liquor is not sold in gas stations, the singer believes they have found a sense of belonging on the West Coast, particularly in Seattle and Portland. However, they are forced to face the consequences of their actions and the potential loss of relationships as they realize they don't have a way to contact their loved ones. The refrain "Checked out, I'm waiting for the weekend" reflects the character's sense of apathy towards their responsibilities as they are instead focused on temporary indulgences.


The lyrics of "West Coast" paint a vivid picture of the turbulent life of a young adult who feels lost and stifled by their suburban surroundings. The song's themes of restlessness and addiction make it relatable to many people who struggle with staying grounded in tumultuous times. It is interesting to note that the song has a fast-paced punk energy that mirrors the frenetic actions of the singer. It is also interesting to discover that the song was produced by Jay Joyce, who has worked on albums for well-known artists such as Cage The Elephant and Amos Lee. Additionally, the song was included in FIFA 17's soundtrack and has been played in various movies and TV shows. The chord progression of the song uses a simple structure with the adaption of a capo on the second fret. The chords are:


Verse: Em, C, G, D (x2)
Chorus: C, G, D
Bridge: Em, C, G, D (x2)


Line by Line Meaning

Checked out, I'm waiting for the weekend
Feeling disconnected and unmotivated, eagerly anticipating the arrival of the weekend


Coked up, it's alright I'm leaving
Using drugs to cope with the stress of leaving, believing it will be okay


But I don't ever wanna go
Feeling conflicted about leaving, unsure if it's the right decision


Skip school, I'm already failing
Neglecting responsibilities, already struggling and not seeing a point in continuing


Told mom and dad that I'm bailing
Informing parents about dropping out, potentially causing disappointment or conflict


Now we're drivin' up the coast
Taking a spontaneous road trip to escape current circumstances


Cracked out and sleepless in Seattle
Experiencing extreme exhaustion and drug-induced paranoia while staying in Seattle


Got drunk and barfed on my shadow
Getting incredibly drunk and having a moment of absurdity


Got high and ended up in Portland
Having no plan and ending up in Portland under the influence of drugs


But you can't find liquor in Oregon
Realizing that the state of Oregon doesn't sell alcohol


So we'll just talk and bum some smokes
Resorting to conversation and relying on others for cigarettes instead of alcohol


Woke up, you caught me with a smile
Waking up happy and content in the company of someone else


Passed out on your bathroom tile
Drinking to excess and waking up in a compromising and uncomfortable location


And I think that this is home
Feeling a sense of belonging in a new place or with a new person


So sad, I should've told her something
Regretting not expressing feelings to a significant other


Call her up and talk about nothing
Feeling disconnected from the conversation and having little to say


But I forgot I lost my phone
Being too disorganized or unfocused to keep track of something as important as a phone


And all my friends, they just stay the same
Feeling stagnant while friends remain in similar situations


I'm growin' up but nothing's changing
Maturing and aging without seeing any progress or potential for change


I'm so sick of this stupid place
Feeling frustrated and disconnected from a hometown or current location


It's so suburban and so boring
Believing that the location lacks excitement or opportunity


I should try and get a life
Thinking about taking action to change circumstances


But I don't want that nine to five
Disliking the idea of a conventional job or career path


I'd rather die, keep getting high
Preferring a carefree lifestyle revolving around drug use over a life of responsibility


So pack my things and say goodbye
Making a definite decision to leave and move on to new experiences


Checked out, I'm waiting for the weekend
Feeling disconnected and unmotivated, eagerly anticipating the arrival of the weekend


Checked out, I'm waiting for the weekend
Feeling disconnected and unmotivated, eagerly anticipating the arrival of the weekend


Checked out, I'm waiting for the weekend
Feeling disconnected and unmotivated, eagerly anticipating the arrival of the weekend


Checked out, I'm waiting for the weekend
Feeling disconnected and unmotivated, eagerly anticipating the arrival of the weekend




Lyrics © Hipgnosis Songs Group
Written by: Brandon Quinn Schwartzel, Maxwell Atom Kuehn, Elvis Kuehn, Zachary Carper

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@vlixesispunk

And all my friends, they just stay the same
I'm growing up but nothing's changing
I'm so sick of this stuipd place
It's so suburban and so boring
I should try again at life
But I don't want that 9 to 5
I'd rather die, keep getting high
So I pack my things and say goodbye
<3



@Lucifer777_

I discovered Fidlar through a friend. I had mentioned that I was into old school hardcore punk,

He was like “duuuude do you know about Fidlar?”
And I was like “who?”
So he threw on the white on white album, we got cross faded and jammed the whole thing.

Thanks for the memories Fidlar, you guys seriously capture a screenshot of teenage angst, addiction, and sadness.

My favorite band of all time. Hands down.



@aqilarafif3276

Checked out, I'm waiting for the weekend
Coked up, it's alright, I'm leaving
But I don't ever wanna go
Skip school, I'm already failing
Told mom and dad that I'm bailing
Now we're driving up the coast
Cracked out and sleepless in Seattle
Got drunk and barfed on my shadow
I don't ever wanna go
Got high and ended up in Portland
But you can't find liquor in Oregon
So we'll just talk and bum some smokes
Woke up, you caught me with a smile
Passed out on your bathroom tile
And I think that this is home
So sad, I should've told her something
Call her up and talk about nothing
But I forgot I lost my phone
And all my friends, they just stay the same
I'm growing up but nothing's changing
I'm so sick of this stupid place
It's so suburban and so boring
I should try and get a life
But I don't want that 9 to 5
I'd rather die, keep getting high
So pack my things and say goodbye
Checked out, I'm waiting for the weekend
Checked out, I'm waiting for the weekend
Checked out, I'm waiting for the weekend
Checked out, I'm waiting for the weekend



All comments from YouTube:

@mohatu9392

does anyone just get so fucking happy when they hear this.

@fernak9860

mohatu ikr ! Haha

@laikyan6601

help

@dencyy-3205

@@laikyan6601 I'm here buddy

@stein1885

@@laikyan6601 Me and dencyy- got ya back......plus we hate Israel too!

@riskycanadian1928

Saturday hangover parties in 2017 with the boys. Happy nostalgia.

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@robbiematthews2024

To all teens listening to Fidlar, i salute all of you.

@snahbrah4046

thanks.

@ryanrodriguez3281

thank you

@MrCekey

Thanks dude, but why?

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