They began as buskers in Wellington in 2013; Shaan Singh on saxophone and Matt Beachen on drums (the origin of Drax being a portmanteau of 'drums' and 'sax'). Double bassist Sam Thomson joined shortly after, and guitarist Ben O'Leary joined the band a year after, when the band made the switch to creating original material. All members were jazz students at the New Zealand School of Music, except for O'Leary who studied music at Whitireia New Zealand.
In August 2014, the band released their first extended play to Bandcamp. In 2016, the group released their second extended play, T/W/OO, through Universal.
In November 2017, the band released the song "Woke Up Late". It gained popularity over the next few months and was widely played on New Zealand radio stations.
In January 2019, a new version of "Woke Up Late" was released, featuring American singer Hailee Steinfeld. In June 2019, they released the single "All This Time".
Their debut, self-titled studio album was released on 27 September 2019.
Brain
Drax Project Lyrics
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We never hang out anymore
Ever since you said we're better off as friends
I haven't seen you at all
I'm scrolling your wall
I'm losing my mind
What if I called?
I'd tell you I'm fine
I'd say I'm alright
But I know it'd just be a lie
In my brain
No matter what I do you seem to stay
Like somebody jumped in to freeze the frame
It's madness, 'cause I know the fact is
Can't move on, going insane
With a heartbroken brain
Remembering the night that we first met
It was a perfect cliche
Oh, Candlelight and a kiss I can't forget
How did we end up this way?
No, I'm scrolling your wall still
I'm losing my mind (Losing my mind)
What if I called ya?
Just to say hi (Just to say)
I'd tell you I'm fine
I'd say I'm alright
But I know it'd just be a lie
In my brain
No matter what I do you seem to stay
Like somebody jumped in to freeze the frame
It's madness, 'cause I know the fact is
Can't move on, going insane
With a heartbroken brain
No matter what I do it doesn't change
I just need something to numb the pain
No magic, doctor or mechanic
Knows what to do
Who can I pay to fix a heartbroken-?
No medication for lonely
Nothing to heal heartache
Not a potion or spell you can cast on me
To take the pain away
'Cause in my brain (Yeah)
No matter what I do you seem stay
Like somebody jumped in to freeze the frame
It's madness, 'cause I know the fact is
Can't move on, going insane
With a heartbroken brain
No matter what I do it doesn't change
I just need something to numb the pain
No magic, doctor or mechanic
Knows what to do
Who can I pay to fix a heartbroken brain?
The lyrics to Drax Project's song "Brain" are a heartfelt depiction of the inner turmoil one feels after a breakup, and the struggle to move on. The song starts with the singer wondering about their ex and how things have been since they decided to be just friends. They admit to stalking their ex's social media, losing their mind in the process.
The chorus then emphasizes the central theme of the song: no matter what they do, their ex stays in their brain like a frozen frame, and they can't seem to move on. The singer remembers the night they first met, when everything was perfect and romantic, and wonders how they ended up in this heartbroken state. They contemplate calling their ex just to say hi, but they know it's a lie that they're fine.
The second verse reinforces the idea of the inescapable pain of heartbreak that no medication, spell or magic can cure. The song ends with the singer pleading for someone to fix their heartbroken brain.
Overall, "Brain" is a poignant and relatable song that captures the experience of going through a breakup and struggling to move on.
Line by Line Meaning
Wondering who you're with and how you've been
I'm curious about your current affairs, hoping you're doing well
We never hang out anymore
We don't spend time together like we used to
Ever since you said we're better off as friends
Things changed when you said it's best for us to just be friends
I haven't seen you at all
I've not had the chance to see you since then
I'm scrolling your wall
I'm looking through your social media pages
I'm losing my mind
It's driving me crazy
What if I called?
I'm considering calling you
Just to say hi
Just to exchange greetings
I'd tell you I'm fine
I'd say everything is okay
I'd say I'm alright
I'd tell you I'm okay
But I know it'd just be a lie
But deep down, I know I'm not okay
In my brain
In my thoughts
No matter what I do you seem to stay
I can't seem to forget you
Like somebody jumped in to freeze the frame
It's like time has stopped since we parted ways
It's madness, 'cause I know the fact is
I feel crazy because I know we can't be together
Can't move on, going insane
I can't get over you and it's driving me crazy
With a heartbroken brain
With a mind full of heartbreak and sadness
Remembering the night that we first met
Thinking about the night we first talked
It was a perfect cliche
It was a stereotypical romantic encounter
Oh, Candlelight and a kiss I can't forget
The perfect setting - a lit candle and a kiss I can't erase from my memory
How did we end up this way?
How did we get to this point?
No matter what I do it doesn't change
Regardless of what I try, I can't change the situation
I just need something to numb the pain
I need something to make the pain go away
No magic, doctor or mechanic
No amount of magic, medical or mechanical intervention
Knows what to do
Can solve my problem
Who can I pay to fix a heartbroken brain?
Who can I hire to mend my broken heart?
No medication for lonely
No cure for loneliness
Nothing to heal heartache
Nothing can cure the pain of heartbreak
Not a potion or spell you can cast on me
No magic potion or spell can make this pain go away
Writer(s): Aaron Zuckerman, Sam Thomson, Ferras Mahmoud Alqaisi, Shaan Singh, Ben O'leary, Devin Abrams, Matt Beachen
Contributed by Peyton K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@jolomadridano8368
Yessss, relatable lyrics again damnn.. Here are the lyrics:
Wondering who you're with and how you've been
We never hang out anymore
Ever since you said we're better off as friends
I haven't seen you at all
I'm scrolling your wall
I'm losing my mind
What if I called?
Just to say hi
I'd tell you I'm fine
I'd say I'm alright
But I know it'd just be a lie
In my brain
No matter what I do you seem to stay
Like somebody jumped in to freeze the frame
It's madness, 'cause I know the fact is
Can't move on, going insane
With a heartbroken brain
Remembering the night that we first met
It was a perfect cliche
Candlelight and a kiss I can't forget
How did we end up this way?
I'm scrolling your wall still
I'm losing my mind (losing my mind)
What if I called ya?
Just to say hi (just to say)
I'd tell you I'm fine
I'd say I'm alright
But I know it'd just be a lie
In my brain
No matter what I do you seem to stay
Like somebody jumped in to freeze the frame
It's madness, 'cause I know the fact is
Can't move on, going insane
With a heartbroken brain
No matter what I do it doesn't change
I just something to numb the pain
No magic, doctor or mechanic
Knows what to do
Who can I pay to fix a heartbroken brain?
No medication for lonely
Nothing to heal heartache
Not a potion or spell you can cast on me
To take the pain away
'Cause in my brain
No matter what I do you seem stay
Like somebody jumped in to freeze the frame
It's madness, 'cause I know the fact is
Can't move on, going insane
With a heartbroken brain
No matter what I do it doesn't change
I just something to numb the pain
No magic, doctor or mechanic
Knows what to do
Who can I pay to fix a heartbroken brain?
@ShilohKing-gs3nq
I'm so disappointed in myself for not listening to you guys more earlier. Every song has been on repeat for the whole night! Keep up the great work, Gents. Absolute legends 💯
@DraxProject
<3
@Sara-mq4he
Damn how are yall not widespread famous yet? It's unbelievable how amazing your music makes people feel. It makes me happy agean and reminds me of a long sunny car ride.❤❤❤
@jolomadridano8368
Yessss, relatable lyrics again damnn.. Here are the lyrics:
Wondering who you're with and how you've been
We never hang out anymore
Ever since you said we're better off as friends
I haven't seen you at all
I'm scrolling your wall
I'm losing my mind
What if I called?
Just to say hi
I'd tell you I'm fine
I'd say I'm alright
But I know it'd just be a lie
In my brain
No matter what I do you seem to stay
Like somebody jumped in to freeze the frame
It's madness, 'cause I know the fact is
Can't move on, going insane
With a heartbroken brain
Remembering the night that we first met
It was a perfect cliche
Candlelight and a kiss I can't forget
How did we end up this way?
I'm scrolling your wall still
I'm losing my mind (losing my mind)
What if I called ya?
Just to say hi (just to say)
I'd tell you I'm fine
I'd say I'm alright
But I know it'd just be a lie
In my brain
No matter what I do you seem to stay
Like somebody jumped in to freeze the frame
It's madness, 'cause I know the fact is
Can't move on, going insane
With a heartbroken brain
No matter what I do it doesn't change
I just something to numb the pain
No magic, doctor or mechanic
Knows what to do
Who can I pay to fix a heartbroken brain?
No medication for lonely
Nothing to heal heartache
Not a potion or spell you can cast on me
To take the pain away
'Cause in my brain
No matter what I do you seem stay
Like somebody jumped in to freeze the frame
It's madness, 'cause I know the fact is
Can't move on, going insane
With a heartbroken brain
No matter what I do it doesn't change
I just something to numb the pain
No magic, doctor or mechanic
Knows what to do
Who can I pay to fix a heartbroken brain?
@ljphoenix4341
Hell yeah!! 😍🔥🇳🇿🤙 Banger from the boys!!
@Luckyli98
Im crying...this is beautiful!!!!worth the wait
@stewardssongore1788
This song should have over 1 billion views and likes.
@athenasaluta8508
Wow! Thumbs up if you think this song is a bop!!!👍🏻👏🏻
@danikelsey9015
Hella relate😂😂
Great song guys
@abbypitcher1831
Y’all deserve more recognition. You guys are seriously so fucking talented, it’s insane