Songwriter and audio engineer Ezra Tenenbaum had been casually working on s… Read Full Bio ↴Songwriter and audio engineer Ezra Tenenbaum had been casually working on solo home recordings on his Tascam 8-Track in the vein of Shoes, Emitt Rhodes and Cleaners From Venus, and, in a desire to round out the songs, he enlisted bassist Shane O’Connell and drummer Michael Stasiak (formerly of Widowspeak). As it happened, the trio’s first chance to play together was an audition for the American touring version of Spiritualized (they didn’t get the job). But, the trio kept meeting and working, turning Ezra recording as a solo artist into Ezra, Shane and Michael playing as a band; thus, EZTV was formed.
With a pool of over 30 demos to work with and Jarvis Taveniere of Woods onboard to produce, the band headed to Thump Studios in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, to record their debut LP for Captured Tracks. The result is Calling Out, a cohesive 12-song statement in the long tradition of fully realized debuts, stripped of artifice, but full of hooks and songwriting chops. They’ve got one foot firmly planted in classic American power-pop and college rock while the other utilizes more left-of-the-dial sonic experimentation. The result is a sound that’s both familiar and new, but always about the songs.

Reason to Run
EZTV Lyrics

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REASON TO RUN

Slow time with you and me
Still see little clarity
Not afraid of fading out
Just slowing down

I've have got every

Reason to run
Knowing confusion
Is all that will come

Transient true company
Need when you are lonely
Never was us just me
That gets let down

I've have got every
Reason to run
Knowing confusion
Is all that will come
Knowing confusion
Is all that will come

I've been knocked around
Highest hope let down
You ought to know by now
With you goes miles nowhere somehow

I've have got every
Reason to run
Knowing confusion

Is all that will come
I've got a reason to run

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of EZTV's song "Reason to Run" explore the complexities of relationships and the desire to escape the confusion and disappointment that often accompanies them. The song begins by acknowledging a sense of uncertainty and lack of clarity in the singer's connection with someone else. Despite this, there is no fear of the relationship fading away; instead, there is a desire to slow down and take things at a more relaxed pace.

The lyrics suggest that the singer feels a need for companionship, particularly when they are feeling lonely. However, there is a realization that this feeling of connection is not mutual, and it is ultimately the singer who gets let down. This highlights a sense of imbalance in the relationship, where the singer's need for emotional support is not reciprocated.

The chorus repeats the line "Knowing confusion is all that will come," emphasizing the singer's awareness that this relationship is characterized by confusion and uncertainty.

The second half of the song reflects on the singer's experiences in relationships, expressing a sense of being knocked around and let down repeatedly. Despite this, there remains a longing for distance and escape. The final line, "I've got a reason to run," suggests that the singer has finally found justification to leave, possibly indicating the recognition that the relationship is no longer healthy or fulfilling.

Overall, the lyrics of "Reason to Run" delve into the complexities of relationships and the emotional toll they can take. The song highlights the singer's realization of the lack of reciprocity, the consistent disappointment they have faced, and the desire to escape the confusion and pain that accompanies the connection.

Line by Line Meaning

Slow time with you and me
When we are together, time seems to pass by slowly.

Still see little clarity
Despite being together, we still struggle to find clear understanding.

Not afraid of fading out
We are not afraid of losing the intensity or passion in our relationship.

Just slowing down
Instead, we prefer to slow down and take things at a relaxed pace.

I've have got every Reason to run
I have numerous reasons that make me want to run away.

Knowing confusion Is all that will come
I am aware that confusion is the only outcome I can expect.

Transient true company
You are a temporary source of genuine companionship.

Need when you are lonely
I only seek your presence when I feel lonely.

Never was us just me
Our relationship was never about 'us', it was always focused on 'me'.

That gets let down
I am the one who constantly feels disappointed in our relationship.

I've been knocked around
I have experienced being emotionally or mentally affected by various incidents.

Highest hope let down
Even my greatest hopes and expectations have been shattered.

You ought to know by now
At this point, you should be well aware.

With you goes miles nowhere somehow
Being with you feels like traveling long distances, but ultimately leading to nowhere.

I've got a reason to run
I have a strong motivation or justification to escape from this situation.

Lyrics © SC PUBLISHING DBA SECRETLY CANADIAN PUB.
Written by: Ezra Tenenbaum, Shane Michael O'Connell, Michael Dean Davis Stasiak

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