Déjà Vu
Austin Meade Lyrics


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Two lane highways
And speed trap towns
Remind me of home
And why I got the hell out

I'm done with excuses
Depression and love
But I'm still scared to death
Of the lord above

It's like Deja Vu, every Sunday afternoon
It's like Deja Vu, every Sunday afternoon

Nothing but headlights
And a moon on the rise
All my suffocating thoughts
To slowly pass the time

I'm on the edge of losing it
Got nothing left to keep
Me and any sort
Any sort of company

It's like Deja Vu, every Sunday afternoon
It's like Deja Vu, every Sunday afternoon
It's like Deja Vu, every Sunday afternoon
It's like Deja Vu, every Sunday afternoon




It's like Deja Vu, every Sunday afternoon
It's like Deja Vu, every Sunday afternoon

Overall Meaning

The opening lines of Austin Meade's song, "Déjà Vu," set the stage for the rest of the song. He speaks of two-lane highways that may take him through small towns with speed traps. They remind him of his home and why he chose to leave it. This sense of nostalgia is followed by a declaration of his readiness to move on from his former self. He is done with making excuses for himself, of being bogged down by depression and love. However, he is still afraid of what lies beyond his control, especially the power of God.


The chorus repeats the line, "It's like Déjà Vu, every Sunday afternoon" three times, which emphasizes the lack of change in his life. He feels as though he is stuck in a cycle, where all he sees is headlights in the distance and the moon slowly rising. His thoughts suffocate him, and he's on the edge of losing it. He has nothing left to keep him company except his own misery, which is repetitive and never-ending.


Overall, "Déjà Vu" is about feeling trapped and stagnated in one's life. Austin Meade puts a name to the sense of living in a time loop with the lyrics, "It's like Déjà Vu, every Sunday afternoon." The song speaks to the fear of being unable to move on from one's past and a general sense of hopelessness. It's a relatable song that speaks to many people, especially those who feel trapped in their routine and can't break free.


Line by Line Meaning

Two lane highways
Driving on small, rural roads.


And speed trap towns
Passing by small towns that are notorious for ticketing speeders.


Remind me of home
These sights and sounds transport Austin back to his childhood memories.


And why I got the hell out
Though they feel familiar, these roads and towns remind Austin of why he left home in the first place.


I'm done with excuses
Austin is finished making excuses for his mistakes.


Depression and love
These two emotions have brought Austin down in the past.


But I'm still scared to death
Despite moving on from these emotions, Austin is still afraid of facing judgement.


Of the lord above
Austin is referring to God.


It's like Deja Vu, every Sunday afternoon
Austin feels like he's living the same day over and over again.


Nothing but headlights
Driving in the dark with only lights from other cars to illuminate his path.


And a moon on the rise
The moon is visible in the distance, perhaps representing a new day on the horizon.


All my suffocating thoughts
Austin is overwhelmed by his own negative thoughts and feelings.


To slowly pass the time
Thinking about his problems is the only thing Austin has to distract him on his drive.


I'm on the edge of losing it
Austin is almost at the point of breaking down mentally.


Got nothing left to keep
Austin has nothing in his life that is holding him together.


Me and any sort
Austin is alone and without support.


Any sort of company
Austin is desperate for any form of companionship or comfort.




Writer(s): Austin Meade, David Willie Jameson

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@HORTx814

Saw Austin this weekend in Cleveland. Opened up for Koe. Austin and his guys killed it! Good things coming this guys way, love this Texas rock and roll!

@coryondreako8227

Shut the fuck up!!! I'm not jealous that's is a line up I'd love to see

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Killed it in Louisville as well

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@joeokonski3679

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@coronaking1344

Just saw Austin LIVE in Dallas at Amplified. What a performance and truly impressed. Great night!

@andrewreese8005

Just saw him the other night last weekend in abilene and man it was one of the best live concerts I've ever been too!!!

@coronaking1344

Austin owned the night here in Dallas. Great performance!

@silvergroup1283

Man, good music from USA. This is super next one with this style!!! Thanks

@lexwaldez

well where the fug has Austin Meade been all 2021? Damn fine tune... looking into more. Many thnx Mr Meade.

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