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LAX
Division of Laura Lee Lyrics
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Maybe crash and burn like gasoline, burn
On empty streets and pavements.
Running from the heat, adrenaline rush
Got the wrong adress
Transfer L.A.X. into the dance cafe
Too many gates, men of many trades
Back at the dance cafe, they had their hands on me
I'm no fucking doll, you play me
You and your boys, remember my name
How did we get that close, to nothing?
These eyes alone are quite enough
Got the wrong adress
Transfer L.A.X. into the dance cafe
You had your eyes on me
Too many gates, men of many trades
Back at the dance cafe, they had their hands on me
You're closer!
Dead heat!
You're closer!
Dead heat!
You're closer!
Dead heat!
You're closer!
Dead...
Got the wrong adress
Transfer L.A.X. into the dance cafe
You had your eyes on me
Too many gates, men of many trades
Back at the dance cafe, they had their hands on me
Dead heat!
Dead heat!
The lyrics to "LAX" by Division of Laura Lee depict a sense of vulnerability and the struggle to maintain individuality in a crowded and overwhelming environment. The opening line, "In an empty room, I'm a copy," suggests a feeling of insignificance and the pressure to conform to societal expectations. The reference to "crash and burn like gasoline" signifies the idea of self-destruction and the risks involved in pursuing one's own path.
The lyrics continue to describe the experience of being on "empty streets and pavements" and attempting to escape the intense heat and pressure, leading to an adrenaline rush. The singer seems to be in a state of constant motion, seeking refuge and a sense of identity. However, they find themselves in the wrong place ("wrong address") and are transferred to the dance café, where they become the object of attention.
The lines "I'm no fucking doll, you play me / You and your boys, remember my name" display a defiant tone, rejecting objectification and asserting personal agency. Despite the singer's resistance, they are still subjected to the control and manipulation of others in the dance café.
The repetition of the lines "You're closer! / Dead heat!" suggests a struggle for personal space and the overwhelming proximity of others. The phrase "dead heat" could represent a competitive and intense environment where individuality becomes lost in the crowd.
Overall, the lyrics of "LAX" explore themes of identity, vulnerability, and the desire to maintain autonomy in a noisy and conformist world.
Line by Line Meaning
In an empty room, I'm a copy.
Being alone in a room, I feel like a mere imitation of myself.
Maybe crash and burn like gasoline, burn
Possibly fail spectacularly, just like a burning gasoline.
On empty streets and pavements.
Roaming aimlessly on deserted streets and sidewalks.
Running from the heat, adrenaline rush
Escaping from intense situations, fueled by a surge of adrenaline.
Got the wrong adress
Mistakenly ended up in the wrong place.
Transfer L.A.X. into the dance cafe
Shifting from the airport L.A.X. to a lively dance cafe.
You had your eyes on me
You were constantly watching and observing me.
Too many gates, men of many trades
Encountering numerous obstacles and encountering people with diverse skills.
Back at the dance cafe, they had their hands on me
Returning to the dance cafe where people were touching and grabbing me.
I'm no fucking doll, you play me
I'm not a mere object for you to manipulate and control.
You and your boys, remember my name
You and your friends, make sure to never forget my name.
How did we get that close, to nothing?
How did our relationship become so intimate, only to end up with nothing?
These eyes alone are quite enough
My eyes alone contain enough depth and meaning.
You're closer!
You're getting nearer!
Dead heat!
A tied and fiercely competitive race!
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: CHRISTER JOHANSSON, DAVID FRANSSON, JONAS GUSTAFSSON, PER STAHLBERG
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Matthew Smith
I love this band. I had their first 3 CDs, a decade ago, but they got stolen. [Sigh] Now my exposure to their music is confined to YouTube.
zoyclem
Another great song from a great band.
Alejandra Contreras
we need more Division of Laura Lee!!!
gbguffe
Grym fest ikväll grabbar! Vi syns snart! //Uffe
星空ひとりぼっち
love this!!
numbkid
plain awesome.
Choppa Morph
Great revenge! Good work girls - don't let the bastards grind you down ;-) Music's OK too
Keyser Soeze
VBG represent!!!! :d
Bonnie Ra
come to Newzealand dammit
sofffi
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