Cars
Fear Factory Lyrics
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I feel safest of all
I can lock all my doors
And it's the only way to live in cars
Here in my car
I can only receive
I can listen to you
Here in my car
Where the image breaks down
Will you visit me please
If I open my door in cars
Here in my car
I know I've started to think
About leaving tonight
Although nothing seems right in cars
Here in my car (nothing seems)
Here in my car (nothing seems)
Here in my car (nothing seems)
In cars
Here in my car (nothing seems)
Here in my car (nothing seems)
Here in my car (nothing seems)
In cars
The lyrics to "Cars" by Fear Factory are about finding safety and stability inside a car. The singer feels protected when they are inside their car and can lock all the doors. This sense of safety allows them to listen to others, which helps them remain stable. The only time the singer seems to lose this sense of safety is when the image of the car starts to break down. In this moment, the singer considers leaving, but they don't feel quite right.
The car becomes a metaphor for the human experience, where safety and control are essential for survival. While the car offers a form of safety, it is also isolating. The singer can only receive but cannot connect with others. They are stable, but it is a temporary stability that eventually leads to restlessness. The car becomes a place of both safety and isolation.
Overall, the lyrics of "Cars" highlight how safety and control might not always lead to fulfillment. While the car offers a sense of safety, it also creates a feeling of isolation and insecurity, which can cause the singer to feel restless.
Line by Line Meaning
Here in my car
Being in my car gives me security and comfort.
I feel safest of all
My car is my safe haven.
I can lock all my doors
I have full control over who enters my car.
It's the only way to live in cars.
To feel safe, locking the doors is necessary when inside a car.
Here in my car
Being in my car is my only option for peace and solitude.
I can only receive
I can only listen and take in information while in my car.
I can listen to you
I can absorb what you're saying without being interrupted or distracted.
It keeps me stable for days in cars.
Being in my car and listening to those I trust keeps me grounded and mentally strong.
Here in my car
Being in my car is the only place where I can face my vulnerabilities.
Where the image breaks down
My car is the place where I can't hide my true self from the world.
Will you visit me please
Can you come be with me and support me when my image breaks down?
If I open my door in cars
If I let someone into my car, it is a sign of trust and vulnerability.
You know I've started to think
I'm pondering making a big decision.
About leaving tonight
I'm considering leaving my current situation and starting fresh.
Although nothing seems right in cars.
Even though I feel safe and secure in my car, I'm still struggling to find clarity and make the right decisions.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Gary Anthony James Webb
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@timthemanimal
It is awesome that Gary Numan participated in the remake of his song
@dochenry9312
Indeed.
@thomaschavers
I agree!!!
@craignicklin4573
thomaschavers he loves the band
@thomaschavers
Craig Nicklin That's pretty awesome!
@nathansheehan9930
Gaey numen helped produce obsolete...theres the connection
@cannibalcris6875
The most underappreciated cover of all time.
@keeganshigh
Hyperbolic much? I can think of dozens of covers that get way less play than this and are a lot better.
@willparry
I think you spelt overrated wrong.
@zk2939
AzCannibalChris yesssir!!!