Fast Enough
Fastbacks Lyrics
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So why don't you just look at me and tell me that you're going free
Yeaaahhh
All I said that you would find is what it is that's on your mind
You will crack and very soon your guitar will slip out of tune
Now you've found out at long last that things are going way too fast
Well in my case I guess that's tough cause things aren't going fast enough
Chips are down speaking choking the d/b too hot
Speed not my command when you're knocked down
You will not stand my fortunes told
And it's been cast and you'll be left in the past
The Fastbacks' song "Fast Enough" is about a person who is looking for something new and exciting in their life. The singer sings to this person, telling them that they have the potential to be what they are looking for. However, the person seems hesitant and unsure of what they want, leading them to ultimately disappoint themselves. The lyrics suggest that the person will soon realize that they were not ready for change and their old life will start to creep back in.
The chorus portrays a bit of irony. The singer states that in their case, things are not going fast enough, which is the opposite of what the person in question is experiencing. This contrast highlights the different perspectives that people can have when facing similar situations. Additionally, the use of metaphors throughout the song, such as the slipping guitar and broken mold, adds to the overall theme of change and the difficulty of breaking away from the past.
Overall, "Fast Enough" is a commentary on the challenges of change and the fear of the unknown. It suggests that sometimes, despite wanting something new and exciting, people may not be ready for it and will eventually crave the comfort of their past.
Line by Line Meaning
Now you think that you could be the something that I could see
You believe you're what I'm looking for.
So why don't you just look at me and tell me that you're going free
Tell me you're leaving if you plan to go.
All I said that you would find is what it is that's on your mind
I told you that you'll discover what you're thinking about.
You will crack and very soon your guitar will slip out of tune
You'll break and lose focus, making you out of sync with me.
Now you've found out at long last that things are going way too fast
You finally realized that everything is happening too quickly for you.
Well in my case I guess that's tough cause things aren't going fast enough
Unfortunately for me, things are not happening quickly.
Chips are down speaking choking the d/b too hot
You're stressed and having trouble articulating yourself.
The mold is broken what it is what I said was left better unspoken
You don't fit into a particular category, and I regret mentioning anything.
Speed not my command when you're knocked down
I can't control how quickly things happen when you're struggling.
You will not stand my fortunes told
You won't endure my predictions about your future.
And it's been cast and you'll be left in the past
The die is cast, and you'll be left behind in the future.
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Written by: KURT BLOCH
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