Drifting
Driving In Silence Lyrics
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You scared me half to death
At least it smells nice
All my favorite colors
Caught up in you
What a lovely hue
I love you like my favorite song
Did I wait too long?
Did I do something wrong?
Oh can't you stay?
Why'd you go away?
I miss the flowers that you bring
I was looking forward to spring
Where I take you away
To my favorite place
My pride and my prejudice
Bound to separate us
Just not your cup of tea
Drifting out to sea
Drifting out to sea
Drifting away from me
Hand in hand I felt so sure
A little sweaty but I was yours
Dopamine rise and fall
I didn't know it at all
But I wasn't secure
I just wasn't sure
Feelings dissipating
I'm losing circulation
All that's left of fall
Unanswered texts and calls
Was it my fault?
Was it my fault?
I miss the flowers that you bring
I was looking forward to spring
Where I take you away
To my favorite place
My pride and my prejudice
Bound to separate us
Just not your cup of tea
Drifting out to sea
Drifting out to sea
Drifting away from me
Drifting away
Doo doo doo doo doo
In the song "Drifting" by Driving In Silence, the lyrics paint a vivid picture of a relationship that is slowly unraveling. The imagery of having someone's hair wrapped around the singer's neck suggests a feeling of being suffocated or overwhelmed by their presence. Despite this, there is a bittersweet acknowledgment that at least the scent is pleasant, showing a mix of emotions in the relationship.
The lyrics convey a sense of nostalgia and longing for better times, as the singer reminisces about the colors and beauty that their partner brings into their life. The reference to singing the wrong words to a favorite song symbolizes a sense of misunderstandings or miscommunication in the relationship. The questions of whether they waited too long or did something wrong reflect a sense of insecurity and doubt that lingers as the partner drifts away.
The repeated mention of missing the flowers and looking forward to spring signifies a desire for renewal and growth in the relationship, but there is an underlying sense of resignation as the singer acknowledges the forces that are pulling them apart. The references to "pride and prejudice" and not being the other person's "cup of tea" suggest a clash of values or differences that make it difficult for the relationship to thrive.
As the song progresses, there is a sense of confusion and heartache as the singer grapples with the fading feelings and unanswered attempts to connect with their partner. The feeling of drifting away and losing touch is depicted as a painful process of separation, highlighted by the final repetition of "drifting away" in the closing lines of the song. The unresolved tension and sense of loss in the lyrics capture the emotional complexity of a relationship coming to an end.
Line by Line Meaning
I got your hair wrapped around my neck
I feel tangled up in you, unable to escape your hold on me.
You scared me half to death
Your presence both excites and terrifies me, leaving me feeling vulnerable.
At least it smells nice
Despite the fear, there is a comforting familiarity in your scent.
All my favorite colors
Being with you brings joy and brightness to my life, like a palette of favorite hues.
Caught up in you
I am entangled in the emotions and intensity of our connection.
What a lovely hue
The beauty of our relationship is like a vibrant and harmonious color.
I love you like my favorite song
My love for you is deep and resonates with the same passion as my favorite piece of music.
It's a shame we sang the words wrong
Our relationship has hit a discordant note, a misunderstanding or miscommunication has occurred.
Did I wait too long?
I question if I hesitated too much, missing the opportunity to connect with you fully.
Did I do something wrong?
I am unsure if my actions or choices have led us astray.
Oh can't you stay?
I long for you to remain in my life, to not leave me feeling abandoned.
Why'd you go away?
I am left questioning the reasons behind your departure, feeling lost and alone.
Hand in hand I felt so sure
Our connection felt strong and steady, reassuring me of our bond.
A little sweaty but I was yours
Despite any imperfections, I was committed and devoted to you.
Dopamine rise and fall
The highs and lows of our relationship, the chemical reactions of love and longing.
I didn't know it at all
I was unaware of the true depth and complexities of our feelings.
But I wasn't secure
Despite the emotional connection, I felt uncertain and unstable.
I just wasn't sure
Doubt and confusion clouded my feelings, leaving me indecisive.
Feelings dissipating
Emotions fading and drifting away, leaving a sense of emptiness.
I'm losing circulation
The intensity and lifeblood of our connection are slipping away, leaving me feeling numb.
All that's left of fall
What remains of our once vibrant connection is now fading like the autumn leaves.
Unanswered texts and calls
The silence and lack of response echoing the distance that has grown between us.
Was it my fault?
I question if my actions or decisions played a role in the breakdown of our relationship.
Drifting away
Slowly moving apart, losing touch and connection with each passing moment.
Doo doo doo doo doo
The sound of drifting away, a melodic but melancholic tune signaling our separation.
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Finnegan O'Leary, Paul Hogan
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