Driver
Adam Wendler Lyrics


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Trying to say
That you wanted
More than this
Looking away
Remember days of bliss
Was it the fear of missing out?
Another line, another round
You can't escape the grip
The walls are closing in
So let it out
On the backseat ride in the cab
You're spinning
And fading now
In your younger days
You would be forgiven
Turn this car around
I hear you screaming
Driver let me out
Pointing the blame
'Cause your glory
Came and went
You never explained
The secrets that you kept
Was it the fear of missing out
You never learned to put it down
And they always let it slip
The walls are closing in
So let it out
On the backseat ride in the cab
You're spinning
And fading now
In your younger days
You would be forgiven
Turn this car around
I hear you screaming
Driver let me out
Turn this car around
Driver let me out
Forever watch the world go by
From the backseat of the ride
Did they lead you in?
Did they lead you in?
You never even had to try
Or to make a sacrifice
Where to begin
Where to begin
The walls are closing in
So let it out
On the backseat ride in the cab
You're spinning
And fading now
In your younger days
You would be forgiven
Turn this car around
I hear you screaming
Driver let me out




Turn this car around
Driver let me out

Overall Meaning

In these lyrics, Adam Wendler reflects on a situation where someone is feeling trapped and dissatisfied with their current circumstances. The song suggests that this person is seeking something more meaningful and fulfilling in life but is unsure of how to find it.


The opening lines, "Trying to say, That you wanted, More than this," indicate a longing for something more, perhaps in relationships or personal achievements. However, the person is looking away and reminiscing about past happy memories, wondering if their fear of missing out on new experiences and opportunities is holding them back.


The lyrics also mention the temptation of escapism through vices like substances, as described in the line "Another line, another round." This might symbolize the person's efforts to distract themselves from their dissatisfaction, but they can't escape the grip of their emotions and the walls closing in on them. The lyrics urge the person to let their emotions out, expressing their frustrations and desires.


The lines "In your younger days, You would be forgiven" suggest that in the past, this person may have easily found forgiveness or understanding for their actions or mistakes, implying a change in the way they are perceived by others. They are now feeling the weight of their actions and wanting to turn things around, screaming for the driver to let them out of their current situation.


The lyrics also touch upon the idea of missed opportunities and unexplained secrets. It's possible that the person blames their own glory, or past successes, for causing them to miss out on essential experiences or connections. They regret not explaining the secrets they have kept, hinting at a lack of honesty and intimacy in their relationships.


The song portrays a sense of restlessness and a desire for change. The repetition of the phrase "Turn this car around" suggests a plea to break free from the current path they are on and find a new direction. They question whether they have been led astray and reflect on the need to begin anew.


Overall, the lyrics explore themes of regret, longing, and the pursuit of personal fulfillment. The person in the song is grappling with their emotions and seeking a way to break free from their current circumstances, hoping to find resolution and a fresh start.


Line by Line Meaning

Trying to say
Attempting to express or communicate


That you wanted
That you desired or craved


More than this
Something beyond what you currently have


Looking away
Averting your gaze or avoiding facing the truth


Remember days of bliss
Recalling moments of pure happiness


Was it the fear of missing out?
Was it the anxiety or worry about not experiencing everything


Another line, another round
Another dose or another turn in the cycle


You can't escape the grip
You're unable to break free from the hold or control


The walls are closing in
The feeling of confinement or being trapped is intensifying


So let it out
Express or release your emotions


On the backseat ride in the cab
While being a passenger in the car


You're spinning
Feeling disoriented or dizzy


And fading now
Becoming less prominent or noticeable


In your younger days
During your earlier years


You would be forgiven
You would receive pardon or absolution for your actions


Turn this car around
Change direction or reverse the course


I hear you screaming
I can hear your cries or pleas


Driver let me out
The person driving, please allow me to exit


Pointing the blame
Accusing or assigning fault to others


'Cause your glory
Because your moments of greatness or success


Came and went
Arrived and departed


You never explained
You never clarified or gave justification


The secrets that you kept
The hidden or undisclosed information you held


You never learned to put it down
You never learned to let go or move on


And they always let it slip
And they always allowed it to escape or be revealed


Forever watch the world go by
Continuously observe as the world progresses


From the backseat of the ride
From a passive or secondary position


Did they lead you in?
Did they guide or influence you


You never even had to try
You never had to make an effort


Or to make a sacrifice
Or to give up something valuable or important


Where to begin
Where to start or commence




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Comments from YouTube:

Shourya

Adam, I got to say, this is one of the best song I've heard in a while! Thank you for making this!

Adam Wendler

Thanks!!! I'm also super excited with how it turned out -- glad you like it :)

Anne Bouvier

Another banger!!! Love this video too. Congrats on another amazing song Adam.

Adam Wendler

Thanks a lot Anne 😍

Bettati Angelo

Compliments !! Very beautiful voice !! 👍👏👏

Adam Wendler

Thanks!!!!

Ralph Rubino

Well done Adam (Wendler) and Adam (Sipione)!

Adam Wendler

Cheers Ralph!! Glad you like it 🤙🤙

Nicholas Wendler

Love this video concept, and how it all turned out!!!

Adam Wendler

Thanks Nickis! Glad you like it :)

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