Briston Maroney largely grew up in Knoxville, Tennessee. In August 2013, at age 15, Maroney tried out for the 13th season of American Idol at one of its audition bus stops in Knoxville. He was then selected to audition in front of the American Idol judges in Salt Lake City. There, he sang a version of The Rolling Stones' "You Can't Always Get What You Want" on an episode that aired in January 2014. The judges voted to advance him to Hollywood, where he became one of 30 semi-finalists. Maroney did not advance beyond that point.
Freakin' Out on the Interstate
Briston Maroney Lyrics
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Rolling down the windows, baby, I can't hear a thing you say
I'm walking back to my favorite place
And I can feel them staring at me
Baby, do you think I'm doing something wrong?
And you got a lot on your mind
And your heart, it looks just like mine
I'm sorry I haven't been myself
And something's got me down
What it is, I cannot tell
I won't be satisfied with anything I've earned
Fear is just a part of love
And one thing that I found
Is love is what you deserve
Driving home and call my father on the telephone
I hope you know I missed you, man
Let's put it all behind us if we can
Never feeling like I'm all the way home (all the way home)
Stones inside my raincoat pocket I gotta keep
Oh won't you hold them for me?
And you got a lot on your mind
And your heart, it looks just like mine
There's no use in wasting your time, anymore
I'm sorry I haven't been myself
And something's got me down
What it is, I cannot tell
I won't be satisfied with anything I've earned
Fear is just a part of love
And one thing that I found
Is love is what you deserve
I'm sorry I haven't been myself
And something's got me down
What it is, I cannot tell
I won't be terrified with anything I've earned
Fear is just a part of love
And one thing that I found
Is love is what you deserve
The song "Freakin' out on the Interstate" by Briston Maroney is a powerful portrayal of emotional turmoil and the pressures of modern life interfering with the ability to truly connect with those around us. The song begins with the singer driving on the highway, feeling anxious and overwhelmed, struggling to hear the person they're with over the road noise. They're walking back to a familiar place, and they feel like people are watching and judging them for doing so. They wonder if they're doing something wrong, but there's no real answer.
As the song progresses, we see that the singer is struggling with something bigger than just a momentary feeling of unease. They admit to not feeling like themselves, and not being able to name what's causing this feeling of disconnection. They want to be satisfied with what they've earned, but they can't seem to shake the fear and uncertainty that's holding them back.
Despite the intensity of the emotions expressed in the lyrics, the song ends on a hopeful note. The singer calls their father and tries to reconnect, expressing their love and longing for a deeper connection. They acknowledge that fear is a part of love, and that everyone deserves to experience that connection and love.
Overall, "Freakin' out on the Interstate" is a deeply personal and poignant song that touches on themes of fear, love, and the emotional struggles that come with modern life.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm freakin' out on the interstate
I am feeling overwhelmed and anxious while driving on the highway
Rolling down the windows, baby, I can't hear a thing you say
I am so consumed by my thoughts and worries that I can't focus on what you are saying
I'm walking back to my favorite place
I am returning to a spot that brings me comfort and calmness
And I can feel them staring at me
I am aware of other people's attention and it makes me self-conscious
Baby, do you think I'm doing something wrong?
I am seeking reassurance that my actions and behavior are acceptable
And you got a lot on your mind
I know that you have a lot on your plate, too
And your heart, it looks just like mine
We share similar emotions and feelings
There's no use in wasting your time, anymore
We shouldn't dwell on things we can't control and should focus on what matters
I'm sorry I haven't been myself
I apologize for not being my usual self and not being fully present
And something's got me down
Something is weighing me down emotionally
What it is, I cannot tell
I am struggling to identify the root cause of my issues
I won't be satisfied with anything I've earned
I don't feel fulfilled or content with my current situation
Fear is just a part of love
Being afraid or nervous is a natural aspect of caring for someone
And one thing that I found
Through my experiences, I have discovered
Is love is what you deserve
You are worthy of love and affection
Driving home and call my father on the telephone
I am calling my dad as I drive home
I hope you know I missed you, man
I want my father to know that I have missed him
Let's put it all behind us if we can
Let's move past any issues or conflicts and focus on the present
Never feeling like I'm all the way home (all the way home)
I never feel completely at ease or comfortable
Stones inside my raincoat pocket I gotta keep
I am carrying something around with me that I feel compelled to hold onto
Oh won't you hold them for me?
I am asking for someone to carry the burden for me
I won't be terrified with anything I've earned
I don't want to be scared or unhappy with what I have accomplished
Writer(s): briston maroney
Contributed by Carter K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@zzzkkk314
I'm freakin' out on the interstate
Rolling down the windows, baby, I can't hear a thing you say
I'm walking back to my favorite place
And I can feel them staring at me
Baby, do you think I'm doing something wrong?
And you got a lot on your mind
And your heart, it looks just like mine
There's no use in wasting your time, anymore
I'm sorry I haven't been myself
And something's got me down
What it is, I cannot tell
I won't be satisfied with anything I've earned
Fear is just a part of love
And one thing that I found
Is love is what you deserve
Driving home and call my father on the telephone
I hope you know I missed you, man
Let's put it all behind us if we can
Never feeling like I'm all the way home (all the way home)
Stones inside my raincoat pocket I gotta keep
Oh won't you hold them for me?
And you got a lot on your mind
And your heart, it looks just like mine
There's no use in wasting your time, anymore
I'm sorry I haven't been myself
And something's got me down
What it is, I cannot tell
I won't be satisfied with anything I've earned
Fear is just a part of love
And one thing that I found
Is love is what you deserve
I'm sorry I haven't been myself
And something's got me down
What it is, I cannot tell
I won't be terrified with anything I've earned
Fear is just a part of love
And one thing that I found
Is love is what you deserve
@katiejones9184
Freakin Out on the Interstate was on my Discovery Weekly playlist on spotify and now I can’t get enough of this guy.. this video is art.
@ListenToGlobal
I'm following Briston Maroney since his song "June" which is crazy good as well!! (you better check that out if you haven't yet!) And I agree, this video is pure art, so gooood.
@gutcake1081
DAMN, ME TOO
@ethanrose6209
Me three
@areebak1
SAME!!!
@Lozzpel
me too...i loved , and now i cant stop listening this song
@meganelizabeth7942
“I’m sorry I haven’t been myself
And somethings got me down
What it is, I cannot tell “
@Noahgoeting
This hits too close to home
@MrRyecrofts
I love this part, does he not know himself? Or can't tell the person he's talking to?
@ADJW212
@@MrRyecrofts I think its the feeling of numbness and not understanding it. The feeling of being cold or distant towards loved ones unintentionally. Fighting with yourself on whether or not your life is even adequate to you