Drifter
Dual Core Lyrics


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Hit the road, get on my flight fine, touch down, reset
Just gotta get in my right mind
Every second is prime time along for the ride
When this body's my vehicle I'ma drive mine
Lights in the tunnel, illuminate the skyline
A green metal scene not a dream but a pipe climb
Gears march on, Witness the journey of a lifetime
So much struggle but it's relative, Einstein
Going in circles, trying to find the right sign
A one way ticket, we couldn't book it on Priceline
My rearview is clear view in front of me my eyes blind
Shouldn't be driving it in the night time
Easily lost and more easily scared
With the shadows from the bright lights
And high beams glare
Thick like the fog but clouded by doubt and fear
Then you defrost the windows
Everything becomes clear
See here, opportunities still appear
Same trips but the brand new flavor in your ear
More than a death tax year after year
If there's only one shot then it's more than a career
Wrong turns and there's no going back
No slack impact detour after the fact that
Sometimes GPS got in on track but if only I could navigate life
With Google Maps like that

Welcome to your life, welcome to this road
The path's uncharted, gotta choose where you go
On this one way show, please pay the toll
With your hands on your wheel, gotta maintain control
Welcome to your life, welcome to this road
The path's just started, gotta choose where to go
On this one way show, relax, take it slow
It's the return of the drifter

This goes out to my people everywhere
Who in suffering endured more than their fair share
The other kids at school made fun of what you wear
Gym class picked last and never the best player
The resistor, it's the, drifter
Mister, inter-rupt eighty just the descriptor
Table and it's stable so I spit a little quicker
To deliver all the syllables
Advanced to beginner didn't skip ya, Viktor
This is for the new kids
Band nerds, chess clubs that never met Cupid
Every day feeling so intrusive
Past, present, and future all inclusive
Understand that they just got it wrong
In the zone or at home somewhere you belong
They put you in that cage full of rage King Kong
Claiming you were weak but inside so strong
Thinking back remembering the dread
How you hated weekdays lay awake in bed
How you clutched at your sanity by a thin thread
Wishing that your enemies had just been friends
Cause this is your time so they're in debt
For stealing all your shine made it hell instead
You had the answers they're not impressed
Embarrassed and distressed about your interests

Welcome to your life, welcome to this road
The path's uncharted, gotta choose where you go
On this one way show, please pay the toll
With your hands on your wheel, gotta maintain control
Welcome to your life, welcome to this road
The path's just started, gotta choose where to go
On this one way show, relax, take it slow
It's the return of the drifter

This one's for everyone, in no way political
Fine, just a little bit consider it municipal
Brushed off the critical defied all the ridicule
Denied any opportunity to make you miserable
This one's for you in the physical
You in the digital, you all together indivisible
You atypical, you all original
Who severed the umbilical you the individual
Now take a look at you, see it in the clear
Made it out the fog, still standing, now you're here
Lookin' back you was bringing up the rear
See those bullies who you feared
At best are just your peers
And at worst? No need for going there
Got your own path, keep climbing those stairs
It's the path less traveled, now that you're aware
Hold your head high, put your chin up in the air right there

Welcome to your life, welcome to this road
The path's uncharted, gotta choose where you go
On this one way show, please pay the toll
With your hands on your wheel, gotta maintain control
Welcome to your life, welcome to this road
The path's just started, gotta choose where to go




On this one way show, relax, take it slow
It's the return of the drifter

Overall Meaning

In the song "Drifter" by Dual Core, the artist talks about the journey of life. The singer of the song moves through life as if he's behind the wheels of a vehicle that is his body. The artist uses metaphors to explain how life is a journey with many obstacles and choices to make. For example, he talks about lights in the tunnel that illuminate the skyline, and how life is a journey of a lifetime. He talks about how it's important to have control over your vehicle and maintain focus.


Line by Line Meaning

Hit the road, get on my flight fine, touch down, reset
Starting a new journey, leaving behind the past and starting fresh


Just gotta get in my right mind
Mental preparation for the journey ahead


Every second is prime time along for the ride
Realizing the importance of time and making the most of every moment


When this body's my vehicle I'ma drive mine
Taking control of one's life and being the driver rather than a passenger


Lights in the tunnel, illuminate the skyline
Seeing a glimmer of hope in the darkness


A green metal scene not a dream but a pipe climb
The pursuit of success in a challenging environment


Gears march on, Witness the journey of a lifetime
Acknowledging the ups and downs of life and embracing the journey


So much struggle but it's relative, Einstein
Recognizing the struggles in life, but knowing that it could be worse


Going in circles, trying to find the right sign
Feeling lost and unsure of the direction in life


A one way ticket, we couldn't book it on Priceline
Acknowledging that life is unpredictable and can't always be planned


My rearview is clear view in front of me my eyes blind
Reflecting on the past while navigating the future


Shouldn't be driving it in the night time
Knowing that it's important to rest and recharge to prevent mistakes


Easily lost and more easily scared
Feeling vulnerable and unsure of oneself


With the shadows from the bright lights
Feeling overshadowed by other people's success or expectations


And high beams glare
Feeling overwhelmed and blinded by the challenges ahead


Thick like the fog but clouded by doubt and fear
Feeling uncertain and lacking confidence


Then you defrost the windows
Overcoming obstacles and gaining clarity


Everything becomes clear
Finding clarity and direction in life


See here, opportunities still appear
Recognizing that there are still chances for success and growth


Same trips but the brand new flavor in your ear
Seeing familiar things in a new and refreshing way


More than a death tax year after year
Life is more than just existing and surviving


If there's only one shot then it's more than a career
Life is more than just one's job or occupation


Wrong turns and there's no going back
Accepting mistakes and knowing that they can't be undone


No slack impact detour after the fact that
Feeling the consequences of mistakes after the fact


Sometimes GPS got in on track but if only I could navigate life
Wishing that life was as easy to navigate as a GPS


With Google Maps like that
Having a clear and easy-to-follow path in life


Welcome to your life, welcome to this road
Accepting the journey of life


The path's uncharted, gotta choose where you go
Life is unpredictable and one must make their own choices


On this one way show, please pay the toll
Accepting the consequences of one's choices


With your hands on your wheel, gotta maintain control
Taking responsibility for one's life and choices


The path's just started, gotta choose where to go
The journey of life is ongoing and one must continue to make choices


On this one way show, relax, take it slow
Enjoying the journey of life and not rushing through it


It's the return of the drifter
Embracing the journey of life as a free spirit


This goes out to my people everywhere
Dedicating the song to all people


Who in suffering endured more than their fair share
Those who have experienced more hardship than others


The other kids at school made fun of what you wear
Bullying and feeling insecure about one's appearance


Gym class picked last and never the best player
Feeling overshadowed and less successful than others


The resistor, it's the, drifter
Struggling against conformity and marching to the beat of one's own drum


Mister, inter-rupt eighty just the descriptor
Not wanting to conform to society's expectations or labels


Table and it's stable so I spit a little quicker
Feeling more secure and confident to speak one's truth


To deliver all the syllables
Expressing oneself fully and authentically


Advanced to beginner didn't skip ya, Viktor
Acknowledging one's journey from humble beginnings to success


This is for the new kids
Dedicating the song to those who feel new or out of place


Band nerds, chess clubs that never met Cupid
Those who haven't experienced typical high school milestones


Every day feeling so intrusive
Feeling like an outsider or intruder in life


Past, present, and future all inclusive
Acknowledging the complexity of life


Understand that they just got it wrong
Recognizing that other people's opinions or perceptions are not always accurate


In the zone or at home somewhere you belong
Feeling a sense of belonging in any environment


They put you in that cage full of rage King Kong
Feeling trapped or held back by other people's expectations


Claiming you were weak but inside so strong
Knowing that one's inner strength outweighs any external judgement or criticism


Thinking back remembering the dread
Reflecting on past struggles and hardships


How you hated weekdays lay awake in bed
Feeling unhappy or anxious about the daily routine


How you clutched at your sanity by a thin thread
Struggling with one's mental health and well-being


Wishing that your enemies had just been friends
Regretting past conflicts and wishing things were different


Cause this is your time so they're in debt
Feeling empowered and in control


For stealing all your shine made it hell instead
Feeling overshadowed or undermined by others


You had the answers they're not impressed
Feeling like one's accomplishments or achievements are overlooked


Embarrassed and distressed about your interests
Feeling ashamed or embarrassed about one's passions or interests


This one's for everyone, in no way political
Dedicating the song to all people, without any political agenda


Fine, just a little bit consider it municipal
Acknowledging the issues of society without being too political


Brushed off the critical defied all the ridicule
Overcoming criticism and ridicule to pursue one's goals


Denied any opportunity to make you miserable
Choosing to not let outside forces bring one down


This one's for you in the physical
Dedicating the song to those in the physical world


You in the digital, you all together indivisible
Acknowledging that people exist both in real life and online, and are all interconnected


You atypical, you all original
Celebrating individuality and uniqueness


Who severed the umbilical you the individual
Breaking free from past constraints and becoming an individual


Now take a look at you, see it in the clear
Taking stock of one's accomplishments and seeing clearly


Made it out the fog, still standing, now you're here
Overcoming obstacles and making it to the present moment


Lookin' back you was bringing up the rear
Reflecting on past struggles and hardships


See those bullies who you feared
Realizing that those who once caused fear are no longer a threat


At best are just your peers
Acknowledging that everyone is equal and capable of success


And at worst? No need for going there
Choosing to not dwell on past conflicts or negativity


Got your own path, keep climbing those stairs
Acknowledging one's unique journey and choosing to continue growing and improving


It's the path less traveled, now that you're aware
Choosing to take a unique and unconventional path in life


Hold your head high, put your chin up in the air right there
Feeling confident and empowered in one's uniqueness and individuality




Writer(s): Dual Core

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