Kaleidoscope
Blink-182 ( 2011 - Neighborhoods) Lyrics
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Stop draining the color out of my scene
Just play me something I can dance to
I can dance to anything you wanna sing
So lock me up in a studio,
Fill it up with sound and scenarios
Stop blocking the driveway with your car
It's the first time, that I worried
Of a bad dream, of a journey
On a highway through the valley
It's a long road through the night
It's a long road
Your dangers forcing the front yard
Many hours tick past the deadline
Get another stamp in your passport
Wash your breakfast down with some red wine
To leave the progress on your game
Try to fall asleep while your ears ring
From the loudest songs on your mix tape
I can dance to anything you wanna sing
No reason, no action,
No silence, no help here,
Nobody came running up by my side
It's the first time, that I worried
Of a bad dream, of a journey
On a highway through the valley
It's a long road through the night
It's the first time, that I worried
Of a bad dream, of a journey
On a highway through the valley
It's a long road through the night
It's a long road to get it right
It's the first time, that I worried
Of a bad dream, of a journey
On a highway through the valley
It's a long road through the night
It's the first time, that I worried
Of a bad dream, of a journey
On a highway through the valley
It's a long road through the night
It's a long road
To get it right
To get to get to get it right
To get to get it right
To get it right
In Blink-182's song "Kaleidoscope," the band members ask for a break from the chaos and negativity in their lives. The lyrics reveal a longing for a more positive and upbeat environment where they can escape and just dance to the music. The kaleidoscope represents their colorful and vibrant lives, which are being drained out due to various external factors. The song talks about being locked in a studio, away from the outside world, and just enjoying the music without any interruption. The lyrics are about a journey to find inner peace amid the chaos of everyday life.
The lines "It's the first time that I worried, of a bad dream, of a journey, on a highway through the valley, it's a long road through the night" reveals the fear of the unknown and also depicts the idea of being lost in the journey of life. The metaphorical journey on a long road through the night represents the struggles of life, and the fear of being lost in the midst of it all. The lyrics "It's a long road to get it right, to get to get to get it right" emphasize the idea that life is a journey, and it takes time and effort to make it right.
Line by Line Meaning
Stop banging away on my kaleidoscope
Please stop ruining my colorful, vibrant world and perspective.
Stop draining the color out of my scene
Stop taking away the life and vibrancy of my surroundings.
Just play me something I can dance to
Please give me something that makes me happy and want to move or enjoy life.
I can dance to anything you wanna sing
I am open to experiencing anything, as long as it makes me feel good and want to dance.
So lock me up in a studio,
I want to be completely immersed in music and creativity.
Fill it up with sound and scenarios
Let me explore all the possibilities and emotions that music can evoke.
Stop blocking the driveway with your car
Don't let any obstacles prevent or hinder my progress or creativity.
Put the butterfly in the bill jar
Capture or preserve the beauty and fleeting nature of life before it passes you by.
It's the first time, that I worried
This is the first time I've ever been genuinely concerned or scared about something.
Of a bad dream, of a journey
This could be a nightmare, or a difficult experience I need to overcome.
On a highway through the valley
This journey is going to be long and difficult, but I must persevere through the valley of darkness.
It's a long road through the night
This process will be grueling and difficult, requiring patience, bravery, and endurance.
Your dangers forcing the front yard
Your risky behavior or choices are affecting me and my safety directly.
Many hours tick past the deadline
Time is constantly passing, reminding me of how far behind I am on my goals and progress.
Get another stamp in your passport
Travel more, experience new cultures and lifestyles, expand your horizons.
Wash your breakfast down with some red wine
Indulge in small pleasures or luxuries, even during the morning or mundane tasks.
To leave the progress on your game
Abandon all the progress and hard work you've made just for the sake of resuming later.
Try to fall asleep while your ears ring
Even when you're exhausted, your brain is still buzzing with activity and thoughts.
From the loudest songs on your mixtape
Even in the chaos and noise of life, you can still find beauty and inspiration.
No reason, no action,
Things seem stagnant or unchanging, with no motive or movement in sight.
No silence, no help here,
There's no escape from the chaos and noise, and no one to turn to for support or guidance.
Nobody came running up by my side
I am alone in this journey, with no one to accompany or assist me.
It's a long road to get it right
Achieving success or contentment will take time, effort, and potentially many mistakes or setbacks.
To get to get to get it right
The pursuit of perfection or fulfillment is a continuous effort, requiring constant dedication and work.
To get to get it right
There is no shortcut or easy path to achieving one's goals or dreams.
To get it right
The end goal is to achieve success, happiness, or satisfaction through hard work and perseverance.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: TRAVIS BARKER, THOMAS DELONGE, TOM DELONGE, MARK HOPPUS
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