2. Driveways is a 4-piece punk band from Wolverhampton UK. Driveways includes Ross Law on guitar and vocals, Dom Mathewson on bass, Phil Brunsdon on guitar and vocals, and James Vallis on drums.
Obsession
Driveways Lyrics
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Pretended not to see your message or your call
I put new strings on the Tele but I barely even play it
I swear over time every lie became a mosaic and I
Framed the picture but I never hung it up though
Somеtimes I wonder if I′m evеr good enough though
The feeling's cutthroat
I ain′t lying, I've been dying in defiance
I′ve been on my own time falling
I′ve been painting shadows in the sky
I wish I could control my thoughts when
Everything is shattered into white lies
But you hit me on the side
Told me everything is different in your life
I said that time flies
Just so I could fill the silence
'Cause I couldn′t think of trying again
You asked me what the hell is up with the obsession with the fall?
Pretended not to see your message or your call
I put new strings on the Tele but I barely even play it
I swear over time every lie became a mosaic and I
Framed the picture but I never hung it up though
Sometimes I wonder if I'm ever good enough though
The feeling′s cutthroat
I ain't lying, I′ve been dying in defiance
I ain't ever want to try this again
I've been on my own time stalling
Rearranging memories in vain
I wish I could disown my thoughts when
Disillusioned reveries are played out
I can′t make up an escape
I hate reality, it patiently awaits
For when it rains out
Just to make a reappearance
And I hate I had to hear it again
I live inside of this portrait
Repainted lines are distorted
Retrace the past and ignore it
My thoughts have always been hectic
My words are thin and deceptive
You turned me into a skeptic
You asked me what the hell is up with the obsession with the fall?
Pretended not to see your message or your call
I put new strings on the Tele but I barely even play it
I swear over time every lie became a mosaic and I
Framed the picture but I never hung it up though
Sometimes I wonder if I′m ever good enough though
The feeling's cutthroat
I ain′t lying, I've been dying in defiance
I ain′t ever want to try this again
In "Obsession" by Driveways, the lyrics explore the singer's struggle with obsessions and the aftermath of a failed relationship. The line "You asked me what the hell is up with the obsession with the fall?" suggests that the singer has developed an unhealthy fixation on the concept of falling, possibly symbolizing their emotional downfall or the cycle of disappointments they have experienced. They admit to ignoring messages and calls from someone, indicating their avoidance of confronting the reality of the situation.
The reference to putting new strings on the Tele (referring to a Telecaster, a type of guitar) but barely playing it implies that the singer lacks motivation or joy in their hobbies. The repetition of the phrase "I swear over time every lie became a mosaic" suggests that deception has gradually built up, resulting in a fragmented and deceptive picture of their relationship. The singer questions their own worthiness, wondering if they will ever be good enough, while acknowledging the harsh and competitive nature of their emotions.
The chorus delves deeper into the struggles faced by the singer. They describe falling and painting shadows in the sky, symbolizing their tendency to dwell on negative thoughts and uncertainties. They express a desire to control their thoughts and to escape the web of lies that surround them. The mention of being hit on the side and being told that everything is different in someone else's life signifies the singer hearing about the positive changes in the other person's life, furthering their feelings of inadequacy.
Throughout the song, there is a sense of frustration with reality and a reluctance to try again. The repetition of the line "I ain’t lying, I've been dying in defiance" suggests that the singer is tired of putting up a facade and has reached a breaking point. They feel trapped in their own thoughts and memories, desperately wishing they could control their thoughts or disown them entirely.
Overall, "Obsession" explores themes of obsession, self-doubt, and the complexities of emotions after a failed relationship. It highlights the internal struggle of the singer as they navigate their own insecurities and battle with the lingering effects of past mistakes.
Line by Line Meaning
You asked me what the hell is up with the obsession with the fall?
You inquired about the reason behind my fixation on the downfall.
Pretended not to see your message or your call
I chose to ignore your attempts to contact me.
I put new strings on the Tele but I barely even play it
I installed fresh strings on my Telecaster guitar, yet I rarely find the motivation to play it.
I swear over time every lie became a mosaic and I
Gradually, every falsehood transformed into a mosaic in my mind.
Framed the picture but I never hung it up though
I captured this image, but I never displayed it for others to see.
Sometimes I wonder if I'm ever good enough though
At times, I contemplate whether I am ever satisfactory.
The feeling's cutthroat
The emotion is harsh and unforgiving.
I ain't lying, I've been dying in defiance
I am sincere; I have been suffering in resistance.
I ain't ever want to try this again
I never desire to attempt this once more.
I've been on my own time falling
I have been descending at my own pace.
I've been painting shadows in the sky
I have been creating illusions in the heavens.
I wish I could control my thoughts when
I yearn for the ability to manage my thoughts during times when
Everything is shattered into white lies
Everything disintegrates into deceit.
But you hit me on the side
But you contacted me discreetly.
Told me everything is different in your life
You informed me that everything has changed in your life.
I said that time flies
I claimed that time passes quickly.
Just so I could fill the silence
Only to fill the silence between us.
'Cause I couldn′t think of trying again
Because I couldn't bear the thought of attempting once more.
I've been on my own time stalling
I have been deliberately delaying my progress.
Rearranging memories in vain
Rearranging memories futilely.
I wish I could disown my thoughts when
I wish I could disassociate myself from my thoughts during times when
Disillusioned reveries are played out
Disillusioned daydreams unfold.
I can't make up an escape
I am unable to devise an escape.
I hate reality, it patiently awaits
I despise reality; it waits patiently for me.
For when it rains out
For when rain pours outside.
Just to make a reappearance
Just to make a return.
And I hate I had to hear it again
And I despise the fact that I had to hear it once more.
I live inside of this portrait
I exist within this painted depiction.
Repainted lines are distorted
Modified strokes are warped.
Retrace the past and ignore it
Revisit the past and disregard it.
My thoughts have always been hectic
My thoughts have always been chaotic.
My words are thin and deceptive
My words are insubstantial and misleading.
You turned me into a skeptic
You transformed me into a skeptic.
Writer(s): Derek Serino, Patrick Finnegan, Ryan Passariello
Contributed by Gianna J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@spinnersend8445
LYRICS:
You asked me what the hell is up with the obsession with the fall?
Pretended not to see your message or your call
I put new strings on the Tele but I barely even play it
I swear over time every lie became a mosaic and I
Framed the picture but I never hung it up though
Sometimes I wonder if I’m ever good enough though
The feeling’s cut throat
I ain’t lying I’ve been dying in defiance
I don’t ever want to try this again
I’ve been on my own time falling
I’ve been painting shadows in the sky
I wish I could control my thoughts when
Everything is shattered into white lies
But you hit me on the side
Told me everything is different in your life
I said that time flies
Just so I could fill the silence
Cause I couldn’t think of trying again
You ask me what the hell is up with the obsession with the fall?
Pretended not to see your message or your call
You asked me what the hell is up with the obsession with the fall?
Pretended not to see your message or your call
I put new strings on the Tele but I barely even play it
I swear over time every lie became a mosaic and I
Framed the picture but I never hung it up though
Sometimes I wonder if I’m ever good enough though
The feeling’s cut throat
I ain’t lying I’ve been dying in defiance
I don’t ever want to try this again
I've been on my own time stalling
Rearranging memories in vain
I wish I could disown my thoughts when
Disillusioned reveries are played out
I can’t make up an escape
I hate reality it patiently awaits
For when it rains out
Just to make a reappearance
And I hate I had to hear it again
I live inside of this portrait
Repainted lines are distorted
Retrace the past and ignore it
My thoughts have always been hectic
My words are thin and deceptive
You turned me into a skeptic
@whoisdsmith
guys please never stop making music, 36 years old and you get me through the shitty times in my adult life, thank you
@ghostchant7676
Hey guys...think our boys might be finally blowing up. They are currently at 150k spotify monthly listeners. Fingers crossed
@LibraryOfBabylon
Methinks an album is afoot
@ImYawd
Oh man I sure hope so! October Forever has been on repeat almost a year straight now
@craigdemello8945
I bet it's called an ep called obsession and it comes out this Friday
@issach6414
Me hopes you’re right
@arnoldvermeulen8178
@@craigdemello8945 lol, this is very specific...
@craigdemello8945
@@arnoldvermeulen8178 video description says Obsession out 10/22 and their producer had previously posted something about a Driveways ep.
@christiansta2771
This song is the perfect song. Good instrumentals, lyrics are great. The cadence of how the vocals align with the music is perfect.
@metalcorehighlights8586
How could somebody listen to this song and not think “wow that’s the best song I’ve ever heard.” That is the only appropriate reaction for this video.