The band formed in February 2005 by Adam and played their first gig (a set of covers) at a MYB in Macclesfield two days later (the gig was actually booked before they had a drummer). They were received very well and all five guys decided to take things seriously (the idea had originally been just for the one show). A couple of months later and Drive Like I Do (or Me and You vs Them at the time) started to write original material and since then have recorded two 4 track demos, one in July at the Cutting Rooms in Manchester and the latest in Newcastle in October
I Can't Believe We're Back On Emerald Hill
Drive Like I Do Lyrics
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How your opinions changed
On that knuckles is pink
So I lay in what you've made
My opinion changed
But my outlook stays the same
Focus if you want to be
The only problem is you say
Is that Tails is obviously gay
And I can't find a reason to
Do exactly what you wanna do
So I'll just pretend
That we're just friends
And how your opinions changed on
That knuckles is pink
So I lay in what you've made
My opinions changed
But my outlook stays the same
Focus if you want to be anyone you wanna be
The only problem is you say
You look just like Penelope
And I can't find a reason to do
Exactly what you wanna do
So I'll just pretend
That we're still friends
Of how your opinions changed on
That knuckles is pink
So I lay in what you've made
My opinion changed my outlook stays the same
Well I found your gate and
I took the lock down
Oh, I found your room and
I tried your clothes on
I found the kitchen so I put some food on
I found a match and I burned down your house
I found your mom and I tore her dress down
I found your dad and I turned his car on
I found your dolls and I tore their heads off
I found a match and I burned down your house
The lyrics of "I Can't Believe We're Back On Emerald Hill" by Drive Like I Do reflect a sense of boredom and disillusionment with someone's changing opinions. The singer expresses their frustration with how this person's opinions have shifted, particularly regarding the character Knuckles, who they believe is portrayed as gay. They find themselves laying in the consequences and effects of the other person's views, feeling that while their own opinion might have changed, their overall outlook remains the same.
The singer confronts the other person, urging them to focus on becoming anything they want to be. However, the problem lies in the fact that this person insists on criticizing others, comparing them to specific characters like Tails and Penelope. The singer struggles to find a reason to comply with their desires and instead chooses to pretend that they are merely friends, avoiding the pressure to conform to the other person's expectations.
As the song progresses, the singer describes a more destructive turn of events. They break into the other person's house, trying on their clothes, cooking in their kitchen, and even burning down their house. They seem to retaliate against the other person's influence by destroying the things they hold dear, including their family and possessions. This destructive act symbolizes a release of anger and frustration towards the other person's changing opinions.
Overall, "I Can't Believe We're Back On Emerald Hill" explores the theme of frustration and defiance against someone's shifting opinions and the pressure to conform.
Line by Line Meaning
And I'm so bored of this
I am incredibly tired and fed up with this situation or state of being.
How your opinions changed
I am bewildered by how your viewpoints and beliefs have transformed.
On that knuckles is pink
Referring to the character Knuckles from the video game Sonic the Hedgehog, I am pondering over your altered perspective on his appearance, specifically his pink coloration.
So I lay in what you've made
I find myself entangled in the consequences or outcomes resulting from your actions or decisions.
My opinion changed
In contrast to before, my viewpoint or stance has shifted.
But my outlook stays the same
Despite my change in opinion, my overall perspective or attitude remains unchanged.
Focus if you want to be
If you aspire to become someone significant or achieve greatness, you need to concentrate and commit your attention fully.
Anything in front of me
You must be prepared to tackle any challenge or opportunity that lies ahead.
The only problem is you say
The singular issue arises from your statement or assertion.
Is that Tails is obviously gay
You express your belief or claim that the character Tails from Sonic the Hedgehog is unmistakably homosexual.
And I can't find a reason to
I am unable to discover any justification or motivation to
Do exactly what you wanna do
Conform to and fulfill precisely what you desire or wish to do.
So I'll just pretend
In response, I will simply feign or deceive myself into believing
That we're just friends
That our relationship or connection is merely that of friends, rather than anything more intimate or significant.
And how your opinions changed on
Furthermore, I am astounded by how your viewpoints and beliefs have shifted regarding
That knuckles is pink
Referring to the character Knuckles from Sonic the Hedgehog, I am perplexed by your altered perspective on his appearance, particularly his pink coloration.
So I lay in what you've made
Consequently, I find myself entangled in the consequences or outcomes resulting from your actions or decisions.
My opinions changed
Contrary to my previous standpoint, my viewpoints or stances have been altered.
But my outlook stays the same
Despite the change in my opinion, my overall perspective or attitude remains unchanged.
Focus if you want to be anyone you wanna be
If you desire to become anyone you wish to be, it is imperative to concentrate and apply yourself fully.
The only problem is you say
The sole issue arises from your statement or assertion.
You look just like Penelope
According to your viewpoint, you resemble or bear a striking similarity to the character Penelope.
And I can't find a reason to do
I am unable to discover any justification or motivation to
Exactly what you wanna do
Undertake or execute precisely what you desire or wish to do.
So I'll just pretend
Consequently, I will simply feign or deceive myself into believing
That we're still friends
That our relationship or connection continues to be that of friends, rather than changing or deteriorating.
Of how your opinions changed on
Additionally, I am astonished by how your viewpoints and beliefs have transformed regarding
That knuckles is pink
Referring to the character Knuckles from Sonic the Hedgehog, I am astounded by your altered perspective on his appearance, particularly his pink coloration.
So I lay in what you've made
Thus, I find myself entangled in the consequences or outcomes resulting from your actions or decisions.
My opinion changed my outlook stays the same
While my viewpoint or stance has shifted, my overall perspective or attitude remains unchanged.
Well I found your gate and
I happened upon the entrance to your property or residence, and
I took the lock down
I removed the lock or security mechanism to gain access.
Oh, I found your room and
Furthermore, I discovered the location or space associated with you, specifically your room, and
I tried your clothes on
I proceeded to dress myself in your garments, attempting to experience or inhabit your identity.
I found the kitchen so I put some food on
After locating the kitchen within your premises, I proceeded to prepare and cook some food.
I found a match and I burned down your house
Upon discovering a match or lighter, I intentionally set fire to your entire dwelling, resulting in its destruction.
I found your mom and I tore her dress down
Subsequently, I encountered your mother and aggressively tore down or ruined her dress or clothing.
I found your dad and I turned his car on
In addition, I came across your father and activated or started his car without permission.
I found your dolls and I tore their heads off
Furthermore, I discovered your collection of dolls and maliciously removed or detached their heads, causing significant damage.
I found a match and I burned down your house
Once again, I stumbled upon a match or lighter and deliberately set fire to your entire residence, resulting in its complete destruction.
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LYRICS :
And I'm so bored of this
Of how your opinions changed on that Knuckles is pink
So I lay in what you've made
My opinion changed but my outlook stayed the same
Focus if you want to be
Anything in front of me
The only problem is you say that Tails is obviously gay
And I can't find a reason to do exactly what you wanna do
So I'll just pretend that we're just friends again
And how your opinions changed on that Knuckles is pink
So I lay in what you've made
My opinion changed but my outlook stayed the same
Focus if you want to be
Anyone you wanna be
The only problem is you say is that you look just like Penelope
And I can't find a reason to do exactly what you wanna do
So I'll just pretend that we're still friends again
Of how your opinions changed on that Knuckles is pink
So I lay in what you've made
My opinion changed, my outlook stayed the same
Well I found your gate and I took the lock down
Oh, I found your room and I tried your clothes on
I found the kitchen so I put some food on
I found a match and I burned down your house
I found your mom and I tore her dress down
I found your dad and I turned his car on
I found your dolls and I tore their heads off
I found a match and I burned down your house
And I'm so bored of this
How my opinions changed on that Knuckles is pink
So I lay in what you've made
My opinions changed but my outlook stayed the same
Huma Aziz
When I first listened to this I was like nah that's not Matty, this is obviously a cover by some random person, but then I realized his voice changed a whole bunch and I didn't even recognize his old stuff anymore
Irene Suazo
@M once in an interview he said he wanted to sound 'american'
M
Why did his voice change?
Sad Cladd
same. when I first heard Penelope, I was like, 'what? Matty sounded like this? Really?' and as I dig into their old golden stuff, I was like oh yeah he did. :D
Chloe Vennell
This gave me goosebumps
Mischa Tombal
This is the most random song of The 1975 I have ever heard
diarrhea queen
Right lmao
Lulu
HAHAHA play "Love without sleep" enjoyyyyy GGG (satan laugh)
I say shotgun, you say wedding [TFM]
It doesn't sound like Matty but the lyrics are on point with his song writing, so yeah
Sara Mw
am i the only one that is obsessed with this song