Seven Days
Fastbacks Lyrics
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Some of the things that I'd left behind
Then I saw what I never had discovered
Days gone by that can never be recovered
Lost for seven days now they're lost forever now
Seven days ago I lost my mind
Seven more days spent to rewind
Seven days lost in my mind
Lost for seven days now they're lost forever now
The Fastbacks' song “Seven Days” is a reflection on the songwriter's experience of losing track of time and the damage that can be done in a short amount of time. The opening line of the song sets the stage for the exploration of lost time: "Lost for seven days, so I tried to find Some of the things that I'd left behind." These lyrics suggest that the songwriter is attempting to reclaim pieces of their life that may have been overlooked or forgotten in the past.
As the song continues, the lyrics shift to a more melancholy tone as the songwriter laments the passage of time: "Days gone by that can never be recovered / Lost for seven days, now they're lost forever now." This line is particularly poignant, as it suggests that the songwriter has come to terms with the fact that there are some parts of their past that they can never retrieve.
The chorus of the song reinforces this idea of lost time, with the repetition of the phrase "Seven days lost in my mind." This repetition emphasizes the song's central theme, and underscores the importance of taking care of ourselves and the things we value in life before it's too late.
Overall, the Fastbacks' "Seven Days" is a thoughtful and introspective song about the importance of time and the consequences of neglecting the things that matter most.
Line by Line Meaning
Lost for seven days so I tried to find
In a state of confusion and disorientation for seven consecutive days, I made an attempt to recover my former self.
Some of the things that I'd left behind
I hoped that by finding certain items or aspects of my past, I could regain a sense of stability and normalcy.
Then I saw what I never had discovered
During my search, I stumbled upon new revelations and insights that had previously eluded me.
Days gone by that can never be recovered
Sadly, the time that had passed before my realization and search cannot be reclaimed or restored.
Lost for seven days now they're lost forever now
Although I eventually found some answers, the seven days of confusion are permanently gone and can never be regained.
Seven days ago I lost my mind
My sense of self and stability vanished abruptly seven days prior, causing me to feel as though I had temporarily lost my sanity.
Seven more days spent to rewind
In order to recover from my state of confusion, I spent seven additional days attempting to 'rewind' or undo the damage done.
Seven days lost in my mind
During this period, my thoughts and emotions were scrambled and disorganized, making it difficult to function normally.
Years gone by I've changed my mind
Since the events of the seven days, my perspective and attitude have evolved and shifted over the course of several years.
Lost for seven days now they're lost forever now
Despite the personal growth and changes that have taken place since that time, the seven days of confusion are still permanently gone and can never be returned.
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Written by: BOB DYLAN
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