At 17, he relocated to Montreal, QC to attend university, and began working in nightclubs cleaning tables and DJing. He started writing music at this time, incorporating the unique blend of sounds he grew up surrounded by. He started experimenting with music production and rapping in 2013, and dropped out of school to relocate to Los Angeles and pursue music full time.
Adopting the Grandson moniker while living in LA, he dove deeply into rock influences such as Rage Against the Machine, Nirvana, and Led Zeppelin, while also listening to rap/R&B music emerging out of Toronto and alternative acts such as Twenty One Pilots and Hiatus Kaiyote. He found a small community of musicians to work and perform with here in Los Angeles. The live tries to create a frantic, mosh pit-inducing cathartic release of energy for concert-goers, influenced by early punk and grunge music.
Searching for his voice and for meaning in today’s divisive, chaotic world, Grandson confronts the most pressing issues of his generation through his songwriting, such as financial inequality, governmental and environmental accountability, and social justice, giving these topics a soundtrack with a genuine sense of urgency and frustration. The music also touches on adolescence, relationships, and the insecurities and difficulties of growing up through your 20s.
Overdose
Grandson Lyrics
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I turn up 'til my nose bleed, I
Blacked out in the black car
I was trying to feel like a rockstar, but
I can't just do one now, no
I've been way too numb now
I'm living on the run now
Oh I gotta get out of this town somehow
'Cause the bad's been slowly getting worse
And this fast lane living, it's a curse
Better tell me what's your life worth
I think it's time for a change
'Cause the bad's been slowly getting worse
And this fast lane living, it's a curse
Better tell me what's your life worth
I think it's time for a change
'Cause the drugs don't work
Anymore, anymore
Anymore, now the drugs don't work
Anymore, anymore
Anymore, now the drugs don't work
I couldn't find the fill again, I
Couldn't seem to kill the pain, I
I was living in the moment
Searching for a little serotonin
But, this shit ain't so fun now
I, can't tell what the come down
I've been living on the run now
Oh I gotta get out of this town somehow
'Cause the bad's been slowly getting worse
And this fast lane living, it's a curse
Better tell me what's your life worth
I think it's time for a change
'Cause the bad's been slowly getting worse
And this fast lane living, it's a curse
Better tell me what's your life worth
I think it's time for a change
'Cause the drugs don't work
Anymore, anymore
Anymore, now the drugs don't work
Anymore, anymore
Anymore, now the drugs don't work
Anymore, anymore
Anymore, now the drugs don't work
Anymore, anymore
Anymore, now the drugs don't work
Woo, woo, woo, woo
Overdose, overdose, overdose
Overdose, overdose, overdose
All fun and games 'til I hit the floor comatose
Overdose, all fun and games 'til I hit the floor comatose
Overdose, overdose, all fun and games 'til I hit the floor comatose
Overdose
In Grandson's song "Overdose", the lyrics describe the effects of drug abuse, particularly in the context of trying to escape from reality through substance use. The singer describes their experience of being "higher than the nosebleed" and trying to feel like a rockstar while living in the fast lane, but ultimately realizing that the drugs no longer work and that it's time for a change. The singer recognizes the negative impact of their drug use on their life, and acknowledges the need to get out of the toxic environment that they find themselves in.
The song highlights the destructive nature of addiction, and the toll that it takes on both the individual and their relationships. The lyrics also tackle the idea of escapism, and the dangerous cycle of using drugs to numb oneself from their problems, rather than facing them head-on. Overall, the song serves as a message to listeners to prioritize their mental health and seek help if needed, instead of turning to drugs as a solution to their problems.
Line by Line Meaning
I was higher than the nosebleed, I
I was extremely intoxicated and high, possibly on drugs
I turn up 'til my nose bleed, I
I party hard and excessively, to the point where I get nosebleeds
Blacked out in the black car
I lost consciousness while traveling in a car
I was trying to feel like a rockstar, but
I was attempting to live a celebrity lifestyle, but it wasn't as glamorous as I thought
I can't just do one now, no
I have developed a serious addiction and can't just have one drink or drug
I've been way too numb now
I am emotionally numb and unable to feel any joy or happiness
I'm living on the run now
I feel the need to constantly move around and escape my problems
Oh I gotta get out of this town somehow
I need to leave my current environment or situation to escape my addiction
'Cause the bad's been slowly getting worse
My addiction and lifestyle have been deteriorating little by little
And this fast lane living, it's a curse
My addiction and lifestyle of partying and excess is actually harmful to me and my well-being
Better tell me what's your life worth
It's important to reflect on the true value of my life and whether my actions align with that value
I think it's time for a change
I recognize that I need to make a change in my life to overcome my addiction
'Cause the drugs don't work
My addiction is no longer providing the desired effects and is no longer helpful
Anymore, anymore
The drugs no longer work as they once did
Anymore, now the drugs don't work
My addiction no longer provides any positive benefits and is actually causing harm
I couldn't find the fill again, I
I couldn't find the same level of satisfaction or high from my addiction as I once did
Couldn't seem to kill the pain, I
I can't escape the emotional pain and turmoil I am feeling through my addiction
I was living in the moment
I was focused on the here and now, rather than the long-term consequences of my actions
Searching for a little serotonin
I was looking for a temporary boost of happiness or pleasure from my addiction
But, this shit ain't so fun now
My addiction and lifestyle are actually not enjoyable or fulfilling
I can't tell what the come down
I am unable to predict or handle the negative effects of coming down from my addiction
Anymore, now the drugs don't work
My addiction is no longer providing any positive benefits and is actually causing harm
Woo, woo, woo, woo
Repetitive sound effects
Overdose, overdose, overdose
I am at risk of overdosing and causing serious harm to myself
All fun and games 'til I hit the floor comatose
The lifestyle of partying and addiction is not harmless and can lead to serious consequences, such as overdosing
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Jordan Benjamin, Kevin Hissink
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@masaomrcen
[lyrics]
I was higher than the nosebleed, I
Turn up till my nose bleed, I
Blacked out in the black car
I'm trying to feel like a rockstar, but
I can't just do one now, no
I've been way to numb now
I'm living on the run now
Oh I gotta get out of this town somehow
'Cause the bads been slowly getting worse
And this fast lane, living it's a curse
Tell me what's your life worth
I think it's time for a change
'Cause the bads been slowly getting worse
And this fast lane, living it's a curse
Better tell me what's your life worth
I think it's time for a change
'Cause the drugs don't work
Anymore, anymore
Anymore, now the drugs don't work
Anymore, anymore
Anymore, now the drugs don't work
I couldn't find the fill again, I
Couldn't seem to kill the pain, I
I was living in the moment
Searching for a little serotonin
But, this shit ain't so fun now
I, can't tell what the come down
I've been living on the run now
Oh I gotta get out of this town somehow
'Cause the bads been slowly getting worse
And this fast lane, living it's a curse
Better tell me what's your life worth
I think its time for a change
'Cause the bads been slowly getting worse
And this fast lane, living it's a curse
Better tell me what's your life worth
I think it's time for a change
'Cause the drugs don't work
Anymore, anymore
Anymore, now the drugs don't work
Anymore, anymore
Anymore, now the drugs don't work
Anymore, anymore
Anymore, now the drugs don't work
Anymore, anymore
Anymore, now the drugs don't work
Woo, Woo, Woo, Woo
Overdose, overdose, overdose
Overdose, overdose, overdose
All fun and games till I hit the floor comatose
Overdose, all fun and games till I hit the floor comatose
Overdose, overdose, all fun and games till I hit the floor comatose
Overdose
@gkennedy_32
[Verse 1]
I was higher than the nosebleed, I
Turn up till my nose bleed, I
Blacked out in the black car, I
Was trying to feel like a rockstar, but
I can't just do one now, no
I've been way too numb now
I'm living on the run now
Oh I gotta get out of this town somehow
[Pre-Chorus]
'Cause the bad's been slowly getting worse
In this fast lane, living, it's a curse
Better tell me, what's your life worth?
I think it's time for a change
'Cause the bad's been slowly getting worse
In this fast lane, living, it's a curse
Better tell me, what's your life worth?
I think it's time for a change
'Cause the drugs don't work
[Chorus]
Anymore, anymore
Anymore, now the drugs don't work
Anymore, anymore
Anymore, now the drugs don't work
[Verse 2]
I couldn't find the fill again, I
Couldn't seem to kill the pain, I
Was living in the moment
Searching for a little serotonin
But, this shit ain't so fun now, I
Can't tell what the comedown, I
Been living on the run now
Oh I gotta get out of this town somehow
[Pre-Chorus]
'Cause the bad's been slowly getting worse
In this fast lane, living, it's a curse
Better tell me, what's your life worth?
I think its time for a change
'Cause the bad's been slowly getting worse
In this fast lane, living, it's a curse
Better tell me, what's your life worth?
I think it's time for a change
'Cause the drugs don't work
[Chorus]
Anymore, anymore
Anymore, now the drugs don't work
Anymore, anymore
Anymore, now the drugs don't work
Anymore, anymore
Anymore, now the drugs don't work
Anymore, anymore
Anymore, now the drugs don't work
[Spoken - Purdue Pharma Speaker]
There is no need for anyone to suffer in pain anymore
[Bridge]
Woo, woo, woo, woo
Overdose, overdose, overdose
Overdose, overdose, overdose
All fun and games till I hit the floor comatose
[Outro]
Overdose, all fun and games till I hit the floor comatose
Overdose
Woo, woo, woo, woo
Overdose, all fun and games till I hit the floor comatose
Overdose!
@thatoneperson-thatyoucantr3652
Why is this song relatable?
It's more of the fact that it's not just drugs that make you feel this way,
It can be music
It can be food
It can be sex
Either way you're seriously damaging your body while trying to make yourself feel better.
Don't be afraid to ask for help,
Someone will always be there for you.
And hang in there...
@lexvanderjagt1840
The person who edited this is made a masterpiece
@friedpatata1303
100% agree
@shotta6979
Look at the acc
@ItsJuicyALe
@@JoshToonen sick job, dude. Getting goosebumps all through the video.
@ortred10._.44
How the fuck do you have 901 liked and 4 comments
@lexvanderjagt1840
@@ortred10._.44 No clue
@bigCITY17
This song is so bone chilling, not many artists can give off that feeling
Well done sir.... er I mean son
@jordanminto953
Jacob Ewing z
@moldyegg8969
Grandsir
@wepimpchimpin7799
I'm not your son (please tell me someone got that reference)