Wastin' Gas
Dallas Smith Lyrics
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Tearin' up interstate twenty
Got the tank topped off
Dust flyin' like confetti
In the rear view
Got a clear view
Of these getaway tracks
You got the seat kicked backRadio bumpin' that glass
You lookin' at me
Lookin' at you surfin' that hand
With the power lines
Yeah in no time we're nowhere fast
We're just wastin' gas, woah
Blurring them dotted lines
Killing all kinds of time
Baby, like we ain't coming back (woah)
Steal a kiss, maybe two
Pull it off for a few
Gonna hang as long as I can
You know I don't give it a damn
If we're just wastin' gas
Every once in a while
It'll backfire like a gun
I see that needle creeping down
Like a setting sun
Making every little memory one of a kind
You and I riding high all night
We're just wastin' gas, woah
Blurring them dotted lines
Killing all kinds of timeBaby, like we ain't coming back (woah)
Steal a kiss, maybe two
Pull it off for a few
Gonna hang as long as I can
You know I don't give it a damn
If we're just wastin' gas
We're just wastin' gas, woah
Blurring them dotted lines
Killing all kinds of time
Baby, like we ain't coming back (woah)
Steal a kiss, maybe two
Pull it off for a few
Gonna hang as long as I can
You know I don't give it a damn
If we're just wastin' gas
Here we are, we're just wastin' gas
Wastin' gas
In the song "Wastin' Gas" by Dallas Smith, the lyrics describe a couple who are on a road trip, driving aimlessly without any particular destination in mind. They seem to be enjoying each other's company and the thrill of driving fast and reckless. The song starts with the singer admiring his partner, who looks gorgeous and ready to go out on a Friday night. They hit the interstate and start driving, leaving a trail of dust behind them. The singer describes the scene in detail, with the radio playing loud and the couple stealing kisses.
As they drive, the singer knows that they're not going anywhere specific, but he doesn't care. He's just happy to spend time with his partner and to feel the adrenaline rush of driving fast. The lyrics suggest that the couple is just having fun in the moment, without worrying about the future. The chorus repeats the line "we're just wastin' gas," emphasizing the idea that they're not using their time wisely, but they don't mind. They're making memories and enjoying each other's company, and that's all that matters.
Overall, the lyrics of "Wastin' Gas" are about living in the moment and enjoying life's simple pleasures. The song celebrates the joy of being young and carefree and not worrying about what the future holds.
Line by Line Meaning
She's lookin' Friday night ready
She's dressed up and ready for a fun Friday night
Tearin' up interstate twenty
Driving fast on the highway
Got the tank topped off
Filled up the gas tank
Dust flyin' like confetti
Dust is being kicked up into the air by the car tires
In the rear view
Looking in the rearview mirror
Got a clear view
Able to see clearly behind the car
Of these getaway tracks
Able to see the path they're taking to escape
You got the seat kicked back
Relaxing in the car seat
Radio bumpin' that glass
Loud music playing from the car speakers
You lookin' at me
Looking at each other
Lookin' at you surfin' that hand
Watching each other's hand movements
With the power lines
Driving by power lines
Yeah in no time we're nowhere fast
Driving aimlessly, not getting anywhere quickly
We're just wastin' gas, woah
Driving with no particular destination or plan
Blurring them dotted lines
Driving so fast that the dotted lines on the road appear blurry
Killing all kinds of time
Using up time without a purpose
Baby, like we ain't coming back (woah)
Acting like they are never going to return
Steal a kiss, maybe two
Kissing briefly
Pull it off for a few
Continuing to kiss for a short period of time
Gonna hang as long as I can
Going to spend as much time as possible doing this
You know I don't give it a damn
Not caring about anything else
Every once in a while
Occasionally
It'll backfire like a gun
Car experiencing a sudden engine malfunction
I see that needle creeping down
Gas meter showing a low level
Like a setting sun
Like the sun setting in the sky
Making every little memory one of a kind
Making every experience special and unique
You and I riding high all night
Having a great time together all night long
Here we are, we're just wastin' gas
Still driving with no destination or plan
Wastin' gas
Continuing to drive aimlessly
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: Jaren Ray Johnston, Zachary David Maloy, Jeremy S. Stover
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@drewski961
"Wastin' Gas"
She's lookin friday night ready
Tearin' up interstate twenty
Got the tank topped off
Dust flyin' like confetti
In the rearview
Got a clear view
Of these getaway tracks
You got the seat kicked back
Radio bumpin' that glass
You lookin' at me
Lookin' at you
Surfin' that hand
With the power lines
Yeah in no time
We're nowhere fast
We're just wastin' gas, woah
Blurring them dotted lines
Killing all kinds of time
Baby, like we ain't coming back, woah
Steal a kiss, maybe two
Pull it off for a few
Gonna hang as long as I can
You know I don't give it a damn
If we're just wastin' gas
Every once in a while
It'll backfire like a gun
I see that needle creeping down
Like a setting sun
Making every little memory one of a kind
You and I riding high all night
We're just wastin' gas, woah
Blurring them dotted lines
Killing all kinds of time
Baby, like we ain't coming back, woah
Steal a kiss, maybe two
Pull it off for a few
Gonna hang as long as I can
You know I don't give it a damn
If we're just wastin' gas
We're just wastin' gas, woah
Blurring them dotted lines
Killing all kinds of time
Baby, like we ain't coming back, woah
Steal a kiss, maybe two
Pull it off for a few
Gonna hang as long as I can
You know I don't give it a damn
If we're just wastin' gas
@TheCheekster321
I wish this song would get played more on the radio in the United States. This song could be a major hit here if he gets recognized by Country Radio.
@mattneily5507
Thank you! im on the canadian side of the fence and I agree 100%. I feel as if Dallas Smith as well as many other Canadian artists would be enjoyed by the American country audience. I know for a fact that this song is gonna blow up on the radio here in the summer, definitely would be happening in America as well if they heard of dallas smith.
@dontshoottherunner
I agree. He should be on the same level as the other artists in the US Country Top 10.
@TheCheekster321
I'd say Dallas' music has really grown on me recently. Him and Jason Blaine I think would really destroy the charts in the States and not just Canada.
@emiloujessx7890
+21D - TheCheekster321 I'm from the UK so it's more unlikely to be played here and I'll probably never get to see him in concert... really upset if I'm honest.
@svenneff
I've traveled multiple states and never hear him. I wish i had.
@jordanhicks4202
My 2nd favorite rock band next to The Tragically Hip . I'm a Canadian boy born in Kingston , Ontario. He's been an enfluental part of my life as Default , now I'm loving his country.
I can't crank up Default without singing in my car. Voice is heartfelt and makes the little hairs on your neck stand up.
Dallas Smith is a storyteller same as the Hip love it
@kathywilton6738
Bass player from Default was a great childhood friend of my brother.
@Hotmess87
This guy is so underrated from default to this, ugh he’s so amazing.
@jw674
HAHAHAHA