The Woods' latest EP bears the title "If We Never Stop Moving," a lyric from the band's semi-autobiographical song "Lions." However, the title has become more of a battle cry then the mere ending to a verse, as The Woods' short 3+ year existence has seen them put out a string of musical gems that rival the quality and catchiness of those on popular radio today. "I just want to put out music that's timeless" Batten says, "With music, there should be no gap, whether it be
age, time or genre. People will like something if it speaks to them and I want to speak to everyone…to build a relationship with our audience, not just a one night stand".
Batten and the Woods have gone out to support this "relationship" with consistent shows focusing on the tri-state area and a touring history through all major, mid Atlantic markets, playing in front of audiences as big as 7,000+ and opening for national headliners like: Gavin DeGraw, Butch Walker, Dropkick Murphy's, Pete Yorn, Army of Me, Jesse Malin, Dispatch, Nils Lofgren, Soozie Tyrell, John Eddie.
Raised on rock and soul legends, Batten's broad inspirations are showcased in his diverse song writing. Tracks like "Sad Songs" and the aforementioned "Lions" hark back to an era where musical emotion jumped off the speakers and into the listener's heart, while "Doncha Wanna be Doin' (Something New)" is the kind of fast spoken boogie that no one can help but dance to. On tracks like "Gone For Good" and "The End Of the Line," The Woods pull back to a California breeze that demands the listeners to roll down the windows and put the car in drive, all guided by Batten's steady, powerful vocals. "Ever since I was a kid, I have been obsessed with music. I crave the passion that it brings, but I think that passion has gone missing and the audience has been looking for it." Batten laments "I can only hope that we can do our part in bringing that back….to restore some faith."
The Woods look to the past for an inspiration that delivers music ready to move a new generation and they continue to prove this night after night with live shows that have gotten the adults in the room just as excited as their jaded teenagers. As Batten says, "It's nice to play a show and have a teenage kid AND their father come up and say how much they liked the set. It lets us know that we're succeeding in what we set out to do."
PRESS
"...Impressive tonality, engaging lyrics, and pure sweet rock, the songs are comforting like a fresh blanket from the dryer while still offering the kick to the senses like the first dive into a pool. The Woods have a gift in their vocal lead, a unique and appealing voice that can stand out from the crowd of analogous rock bands and withstand the test of a 60 minute disc..." - IndieInTune.com
"...Chris Batten and The Woods have debuted on Amie Street with just one song, but luckily it's a strong one and will keep us in anticipation of their full "If We Never Stop Moving..." EP. Gone For Good is a nice example of soul music in the truest aspect of the genre - convincing and heavy with feeling..." - AmieStreet.com
"...Trying to put the heart and soul back in rock and roll, Chris Batten and The Woods hope to inspire as much emotion with their music as they invest in it, and there's no denying their surging popularity in the tri-state area..." - The Aquarian
"...They convincingly command the attention of the entire room, and stand as a rare credible musical entity..." - East Coast Rocker
"...Chris Batten and The Woods play a hard-charging, barroom style of bluesy rock, yet have become one of the hottest bands in the post-hardcore and emo-intensified New Brunswick scene..." - Home New Tribune
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Driver
Chris Batten and The Woods Lyrics
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I'm your
Neon lights
Hanging on the edge of a blacked out Benz
Neon lights
Seems a little bright for this night to end
You've got me hanging on your every word
But when you leave you go home to her
So baby hide my pics hide your confession
Your light green eyes
These shining stars
The perfect crime
I've got a car
And if you need a getaway baby I'm your driver
I'm your driver I'm your driver
If you need to getaway baby I'm your driver
I'm your driver I'm your driver
Uh
No prints on the murda weapon
She a cold blooded killer but she came from heaven
Three's a crowd two's company
Got rid of her baby you the one for me
So if you need a solid alibi
As far as I'm concerned shit
We were doing 80 in a 65
So take this bleach and help me clean up your mess
When we're done I'll show you what I got under this dress
Your light green eyes
These shining stars
The perfect crime
I've got a car
We don't gotta tell nobody
Don't you go tell anyone no no
Yeah we don't gotta tell nobody
Yeah don't you go tell anyone
And if you need a getaway baby I'm your driver
I'm your driver I'm your driver
If you need to getaway baby I'm your driver
I'm your driver I'm your driver
The song "Driver" by Chris Batten and The Woods seems to be about a secret affair between two people. The singer sings from the perspective of someone who is willing to help their lover cheat on their significant other without leaving any traces. The chorus of the song, "If you need a getaway baby I'm your driver," acts as a central metaphor, positioning the singer as a getaway driver who will help their lover escape and cover up their infidelity.
The lyrics reveal that the singer and their lover are engaging in a crime of passion, where the only participants are the two of them. The line "No prints on the murda weapon" suggests that they are willing to take drastic measures to ensure that their secret is kept. They even talk about creating alibis for each other, indicating that they are willing to deceive others to keep their relationship secret.
Furthermore, the lyrics suggest that the singer is aware of their lover's other relationship, but they seem to be willing to turn a blind eye to it. The verse "I know she has your attention / So baby hide my pics hide your confession" shows that they acknowledge the presence of the significant other, but they still continue with the relationship. Overall, the song portrays a sense of danger, secrecy, and passion.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah
Expressing agreement to something previously mentioned or sometimes used to introduce a new topic.
I'm your
I belong to you.
Neon lights
Hanging on the edge of a blacked out Benz
Neon lights
Seems a little bright for this night to end
The singer likes the shiny and bright life of their partner which seems too bright to end for tonight.
You've got me hanging on your every word
But when you leave you go home to her
I know she has your attention
So baby hide my pics hide your confession
The artist is a side chick and is not happy about it. She knows that her partner has a girlfriend and therefore, asks him to hide her pictures and any confession they have shared.
Your light green eyes
These shining stars
The perfect crime
I've got a car
The artist admires her partner's light green eyes and considers his love affair to be the perfect crime. She's got a car for help if needed.
And if you need a getaway baby I'm your driver
I'm your driver I'm your driver
If you need to getaway baby I'm your driver
I'm your driver I'm your driver
The singer is willing to help her partner to escape if needed.
Uh
An exclamation expressing uncertainty or hesitation.
No prints on the murda weapon
She a cold blooded killer but she came from heaven
Three's a crowd two's company
Got rid of her baby you the one for me
The artist hints (through metaphor) about his girlfriend being the murderer. He got rid of his old relationship and chose his current one.
So if you need a solid alibi
As far as I'm concerned shit
We were doing 80 in a 65
So take this bleach and help me clean up your mess
When we're done I'll show you what I got under this dress
The artist is ready to help her partner if he needs a solid alibi, offers him a story about overspeeding, and then offers to help him in hiding the evidence. She also hints some other aspects of their relationship.
We don't gotta tell nobody
Don't you go tell anyone no no
Yeah we don't gotta tell nobody
Yeah don't you go tell anyone
The artist emphasizes that their affair is a secret and warns her partner not to tell anyone.
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Anthony Navarro, Dyandra Bonet Mendoza, Kaitlyn Guthre
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