Drifting
AFTRHR Lyrics
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I love the vacancy (Love the vacancy)
I chew on the blue pill and wait for the buzzkill
To get me some relief
From all my wants and needs
I get so torn apart
But my sedated heart
And I'm the work of art
But my sedated heart was built for this, built for this
Caught up in the crossfire
Running on a tight wire
I need something to hold me down
Pour another rum and pass it down
Crazy and I'm dead tired
I'll see when I get higher
I need something to hold me down
Come on pull me in, I'm driftin'
(Ah, ah, ah, ah)
I'm driftin' by
Come on pull me in I'm driftin' now
(Ah, ah, ah, ah)
I'm driftin' by (Yeah, oh)
I been drownin' for days losing my ways
And I can't seem to break
The inconsistencies
So dizzy in details if I overthink will
I just turn out to be
Another casualty
I get so torn apart
But my sedated heart
Was built for this, built for this
And I'm the work of art
But my sedated heart was built for this, built for this
Caught up in the crossfire
Running on a tight wire
I need something to hold me down
Pour another rum and pass it down
Crazy and I'm dead tired
I'll see when I get higher
I need something to hold me down
Come on pull me in, I'm driftin'
(Ah, ah, ah, ah)
I'm driftin' by (Ooh)
Come on pull me in I'm driftin' now
(Ah, ah, ah, ah)
I'm driftin' by (I need something to hold me down)
Come on pull me in I'm driftin'
(Caught up in the crossfire)
(Running on a tight wire)
(I need something to hold me down)
(Pour another rum and pass it down)
(Crazy and I'm dead tired)
(I'll see when I get higher)
(I need something to hold me down)
(Ah, ah, ah, ah)
I'm driftin' by (Caught up in the crossfire, oh)
Come on pull me in I'm driftin' now
(Ah, ah, ah, ah)
I'm driftin' by (Running on a tight wire)
Come on pull me in I'm driftin'
(Ah, ah, ah, ah)
I'm driftin' by (Oh)
(Ah, ah, ah, ah)
I'm driftin' by
The lyrics to AFTRHR's song "Drifting" depict the singer's inner struggles with their thoughts and emotions. The singer is searching for a "piece of [their] mind that is preoccupied," indicating a sense of distraction or feeling overwhelmed. They express a love for "the vacancy," or the feeling of emptiness that comes from taking a sedative or other substance that numbs their racing thoughts. However, despite this relief, they are still caught up in their own mind, feeling torn apart by their emotions.
The singer seeks a release from their emotional turmoil, requesting something to "hold [them] down" and keep them grounded. The repetition of the phrase "built for this" suggests that the singer has been struggling with their emotions for some time, and they are resigned to the fact that their "sedated heart" was built to withstand this particular struggle. The singer also acknowledges their own fatigue, referring to themselves as "crazy and dead tired." They express a desire to be pulled in and out of their mental state, to drift along in a state of numbness until they are forced back into reality.
Overall, "Drifting" is a song about the search for inner peace and relief from emotional turmoil. The singer is caught in a cycle of overwhelming thoughts and emotions, seeking out substances and experiences to provide relief. However, despite their attempts to "hold [themselves] down," the singer is still caught up in their own mind and is searching for a way to calm their racing thoughts.
Line by Line Meaning
I been trying to find a piece of my mind that it preoccupied
I have been struggling to find peace of mind because something is constantly on my mind, occupying it.
I love the vacancy (Love the vacancy)
I love the emptiness and lack of thought that comes with taking a certain pill.
I chew on the blue pill and wait for the buzzkill
To get me some relief
From all my wants and needs
I take the blue pill and wait for it to take effect so that I can find relief from all of my desires and needs.
I get so torn apart
But my sedated heart
Was built for this, built for this
And I'm the work of art
But my sedated heart was built for this, built for this
I feel torn apart but my heart, which has become accustomed to being sedated, is resilient and can handle it. I am a masterpiece, and my heart was built to handle this situation.
Caught up in the crossfire
Running on a tight wire
I need something to hold me down
Pour another rum and pass it down
Crazy and I'm dead tired
I'll see when I get higher
I need something to hold me down
Come on pull me in, I'm driftin'
I feel like I'm in the middle of a conflict, feeling stressed and anxious. I need something to anchor me, like another drink. I'm feeling overwhelmed and need to be sedated in order to feel better, so please pull me closer.
(Ah, ah, ah, ah)
I'm driftin' by
Come on pull me in I'm driftin' now
(Ah, ah, ah, ah)
I'm driftin' by (Yeah, oh)
I feel like I'm drifting through life, and I need someone to bring me back. I'm losing my grip, and I need help before I disappear into the void.
I been drownin' for days losing my ways
And I can't seem to break
The inconsistencies
So dizzy in details if I overthink will
I just turn out to be
Another casualty
I feel lost and helpless, and it's been going on for days. I can't seem to figure things out or find consistency in my life. I'm afraid that if I think too much, I'll be defeated like so many others.
Caught up in the crossfire
Running on a tight wire
I need something to hold me down
Pour another rum and pass it down
Crazy and I'm dead tired
I'll see when I get higher
I need something to hold me down
Come on pull me in, I'm driftin'
I feel like I'm in the middle of a conflict, feeling stressed and anxious. I need something to anchor me, like another drink. I'm feeling overwhelmed and need to be sedated in order to feel better, so please pull me closer.
(Ah, ah, ah, ah)
I'm driftin' by (Ooh)
Come on pull me in I'm driftin' now
(Ah, ah, ah, ah)
I'm driftin' by (I need something to hold me down)
Come on pull me in I'm driftin'
I am drifting through life and need help finding my way. I need someone to help me find an anchor, as I am lost and in need of direction.
(Caught up in the crossfire)
(Running on a tight wire)
(I need something to hold me down)
(Pour another rum and pass it down)
(Crazy and I'm dead tired)
(I'll see when I get higher)
(I need something to hold me down)
I am caught in the middle of a battle, living life on the edge, and need something to help me stay grounded. Drinking more rum would help me relax, but I feel that I'll see things more clearly once I'm in a sedated state.
(Ah, ah, ah, ah)
I'm driftin' by (Caught up in the crossfire, oh)
Come on pull me in I'm driftin' now
(Ah, ah, ah, ah)
I'm driftin' by (Running on a tight wire)
Come on pull me in I'm driftin'
I'm drifting through life and need help finding my way. I'm caught in the middle of a conflict, with no sense of direction, and need someone to pull me back.
Writer(s): Chris Kamrada
Contributed by Declan O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@bryanhirt521
This band disbanded on my birthday RIGHT when I got into them. And now they returned on my birthday. Best birthday gift ever!
@jacquelineamelie5467
this is going in my summer playlist asap
@youngmosh
this is an H&M song
@nuzayranasreen
oh my god...... you guys have come so far musically - listening to this just gave me goosebumps. i remember being 12 and obsessed with TFT, now hearing the progression of your abilities from that to this... damn. teared up a little. this is amazing iโm gonna be bumping this everywhere.
@FormerTraits
Best song Iโve heard today!
@zynset1701
I still miss the band, but I understand that they will not come back, they will stay in my childhood
@bryanritter2547
Saludos desde Mรฉxico, se extraรฑa There For Tomorrow :'c.
@luisflores_762
Great song Maika, keep bringing us good music ๐๐ผ
@wave5245
F i n a l l y. Iโve been so ready for this release. Another great job, guys!
@leovasquez4823
AFTRHR BACK!!!!!! YAAAAAAAAAAS!!!!!!!! GREAT SONG I LOVE IT!!