Let's Drive Away
Eleni Mandell Lyrics
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Let's hit the road
We'll leave the spotlight to the pretty boys and girls
See the fireworks glitter through the smoke
Let's drive away
Say here we go
We'll send a postcard from the desert
Constellations fill our eyes before we drown
Walking all night, hope to make it back to town
And we make it back to town
Just in time to save our lives
Let's drive away
It's true, you know
I always wanted you to drag me from this paradise
So we could freeze together in the snow
Constellations fill our eyes before we drown
Walking all night, hope to make it back to town
And we make it back to town
Just in time to save our lives
Save our lives
Let's drive away
Let's leave tomorrow
We'll phone to say it's lovely here beside the ocean
Just before we put up windows for the storm
Constellations fill our eyes before we drown
Walking all night, hope to make it back to town
And we make it back to town
Just in time to save our lives
Save our lives
Save our lives
Save our lives
The first verse of the song "Let's Drive Away" conveys a desire to escape the trappings of mainstream society and its obsession with the glamorous and the beautiful. The singer urges the listener to take to the road, leaving behind the glittering spectacle of the city and seeking a more immersive and authentic experience. The following lines echo this sentiment, suggesting a journey into the unknown, where there is little more than empty landscapes and the shimmering stars of the night sky.
In the second verse, the mood shifts slightly, as the singer admits that their motivation for leaving is somewhat less pure - they want to be saved from the paradise that they find themselves in. They desire the discomfort and challenge of the road, believing that it will bring them closer to the one they love. There are hints of danger throughout the lyrics - the limited water supply, the risk of getting lost in the wilderness - but these are presented as opportunities for growth and exploration, not fear.
Line by Line Meaning
Let's drive away
Let's escape from our current situation and embark on an adventure
Let's hit the road
Let's leave right now and start our journey
We'll leave the spotlight to the pretty boys and girls
We don't need the attention or glamour that others crave
See the fireworks glitter through the smoke
We'll witness the beauty in chaos as we leave everything behind
Say here we go
Let's start our journey and see where it takes us
We'll send a postcard from the desert
We'll capture and remember the memories we make
Before we lose our way with only one canteen of water
Let's be mindful of the potential dangers we may face
Constellations fill our eyes before we drown
We'll gaze at the stars as we face challenges and risks
Walking all night, hope to make it back to town
We'll face adversity but hope to overcome it and return safely
And we make it back to town
We successfully navigated our journey and returned to our starting point
Just in time to save our lives
We avoided danger and are grateful for our safe return
It's true, you know
I'm serious about leaving and starting anew with you
I always wanted you to drag me from this paradise
I desire a change and want to enjoy the experience with you
So we could freeze together in the snow
I want to share both the good and bad times with you
Let's leave tomorrow
Let's not waste any more time, and leave as soon as possible
We'll phone to say it's lovely here beside the ocean
We'll keep in touch and share our new experiences with loved ones
Just before we put up windows for the storm
We'll prepare for potential challenges and remain strong together
Save our lives
We value each other and the safe return from our adventure
Contributed by Natalie I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.