Slow
Halsey & Lido Lyrics


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Why you drive so fast?
Why you drive so fast?
Girl, where you gotta go?
Girl, where you gotta go?
Baby you should try and drive slow
You should try and drive slow
Cause you're goin' 45 on a 15
I'm just tryna stay alive on the big screen
When you comin' up the drive
All the kids scream i don't know
Baby girl you movin' onto better things
Why you drive so?

I don't have the time
I'm just tryna get mine
He's at it again, he's at
It again, it happened, my friend
I had to pretend cause I'm only
In this city for a minute
And I know you've been tryin' to get in it
And I'm with it but
You looking like you fell in love tonight
For Pete's sake, homie, pull it together
We hooked up one time it
Was kind of whatever but
Would you believe me if I said I was drunk?
Maybe I want you to want me but only tonight

Why you drive so fast?
Why you drive so fast?
Girl, where you gotta go?
Girl, where you gotta go?
Baby you should try and drive slow
(Drive slow, homie)
Cause you're goin' 45 on a 15
I'm just tryna stay alive on the big screen
When you comin' up the drive
All the kids scream i don't know
Baby girl you movin' onto better things
Why you drive so?

Usually you don't be used to me usin' you
You saw the truth in me, this
Is all new to you, damn
Well this is love in the fast lane
New Benz, top down with the back stained
I was tryna give you Js and some fast brain
You were tryna give me Ks and your last name
Boy I think I should leave
Cause there's a flaw in the system
I don't really know why but I miss him
It was somethin' in his eyes
When I kissed him
Listen, feeling like I can't dismiss him
For Pete's sake, homie pull it together
Cause you've got a girl and
She thinks it's forever
I know she'd love you if you'd only let her
Cause I'm a mistake and we
Both could do better

Why you drive so fast?
Why you drive so fast?
Girl, where you gotta go?
Girl, where you gotta go?
Baby you should try and drive slow
(Drive slow) you should try and drive slow
Cause you're goin' 45 on a 15
I'm just tryna stay alive on the big screen
When you comin' up the drive
All the kids scream i don't know
Baby girl you movin' onto better things
Why you drive so fast?
Why you drive so fast?
Girl, where you gotta go?




Girl, where you gotta go?
Baby you should try and drive slow

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Halsey and Lido's song "Slow" depict a story of a complicated romantic relationship. The first verse introduces the idea of the singer driving too fast, and the singer questions why she is in such a rush. It conveys a sense of urgency and impatience, as they ask her where she needs to be so urgently. The singer suggests that she should take it slow and not be in such a hurry.


In the second verse, the singer explains that they don't have much time together and they are focused on their own personal goals. It seems that the singer may have feelings for the singer, but the singer is hesitant to fully commit because they know their time together is limited. They acknowledge that the singer may have fallen in love with them, but the singer is unsure if it's genuine or just a fleeting connection.


The chorus repeats the question of why the singer is driving so fast, emphasizing the need to slow down. The lyrics suggest that the singer's fast-paced life might be hindering their ability to truly enjoy and appreciate the present moment. It hints that the singer is moving on to better things, but the singer is also confronting their own flaws and the limitations of their relationship.


Overall, the song delves into the complexity of a short-lived romance, expressing reluctance, confusion, and a longing for a deeper connection. It comments on the tension between the desire for something more meaningful and the reality of limited time and circumstances.


Line by Line Meaning

Why you drive so fast?
Why are you rushing through life without taking the time to enjoy the journey?


Girl, where you gotta go?
Why are you always in such a hurry to get somewhere?


Baby you should try and drive slow
You should take the time to slow down and appreciate the present moment.


Cause you're goin' 45 on a 15
You're moving too quickly, trying to achieve things that are beyond your current capabilities or resources.


I'm just tryna stay alive on the big screen
I'm just trying to survive and make a name for myself in the competitive world of entertainment.


When you comin' up the drive
When you approach success or new opportunities.


All the kids scream i don't know
Even though I'm gaining fame, I still feel unsure about my future and the impact I have on others.


Baby girl you movin' onto better things
You're progressing and moving towards a more fulfilling future.


I don't have the time
I am occupied with my own pursuits and don't have the capacity to invest in a real relationship.


I'm just tryna get mine
I'm solely focused on achieving my personal goals and ambitions.


He's at it again, he's at
The same pattern of behavior continues to repeat itself.


It again, it happened, my friend
I once again find myself in a situation where my actions have consequences.


I had to pretend cause I'm only
I had to pretend because I'm just passing through this city temporarily.


In this city for a minute
I'm not invested in a long-term commitment or relationship.


And I know you've been tryin' to get in it
I'm aware that you want to be a part of my life and have a deeper connection with me.


And I'm with it but
I understand your desire, but my focus is elsewhere.


You looking like you fell in love tonight
Your emotions are making you look like you're falling in love, even if it's just for this moment.


For Pete's sake, homie, pull it together
Please, for your own sake, gather your emotions and think rationally.


We hooked up one time it
We had a casual sexual encounter once, and it didn't carry much significance for me.


Was kind of whatever but
It didn't really have any lasting impact or meaning to me.


Would you believe me if I said I was drunk?
I'm suggesting that my actions were influenced by alcohol, hoping it excuses my behavior.


Maybe I want you to want me but only tonight
Perhaps I desire your temporary affection and validation, but I don't want anything more than that.


Usually you don't be used to me usin' you
Normally, you wouldn't expect me to take advantage of or manipulate you.


You saw the truth in me, this
You saw the real me, the parts that I try to hide from others.


Is all new to you, damn
It's overwhelming for you because you're not accustomed to seeing this side of me.


Well this is love in the fast lane
Our relationship is moving at a rapid pace, fueled by intensity and impulsiveness.


New Benz, top down with the back stained
I'm flaunting material possessions and indulging in reckless behavior, symbolized by the luxury car and stained backseat.


I was tryna give you Js and some fast brain
I was attempting to impress you with expensive gifts and quick intimate encounters.


You were tryna give me Ks and your last name
You wanted to offer me commitment and marriage, while I was more focused on short-term enjoyment.


Boy I think I should leave
I believe it's best for me to end this relationship and move on.


Cause there's a flaw in the system
Our relationship has an inherent flaw or imbalance.


I don't really know why but I miss him
I can't explain it, but I still have feelings for him despite the issues.


It was somethin' in his eyes
There was a certain spark or connection in his gaze.


When I kissed him
I felt something special when I kissed him.


Listen, feeling like I can't dismiss him
I'm struggling to ignore or let go of my attachment to him.


For Pete's sake, homie pull it together
I'm urging you to gather your emotions and think logically.


Cause you've got a girl and
You're already in a committed relationship with someone else.


She thinks it's forever
Your current partner believes that your relationship will last indefinitely.


I know she'd love you if you'd only let her
I'm aware that your girlfriend genuinely cares for you, if only you would allow her to.


Cause I'm a mistake and we
Because I acknowledge that my involvement with you is an error.


Both could do better
Both of us deserve better partners and relationships.




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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@sambru505

All references to Halsey's other songs that can be found in this song:

1. 'You looking like you fell in love tonight' (referring to Is There Somewhere)
2. 'Would you believe---' (I think it may be referring to Trouble because it's the same notes as 'Would you bleed for me?')
3. 'Cause there's a flaw in my system,' (referring to Gasoline- 'I think there's a flaw in my code,')
4. 'It was something in his eyes when I kissed him,' (reminds me of 'But then your eyes stared to wander- Cause they weren't looking at me. You weren't looking for me.' From Haunting.)
5. At some point in this song (around 1:25, and if you listen very closely at 0:23 ), there is a sound which is the same as the one from the beginning of Castle.

Hope this little 'cheat sheet' helped!



All comments from YouTube:

@WinaHshm

the way she brings up lyrics from other songs into her songs like "you looking like you fell in love tonight" melts my heart idek why what a babe

@sh4rmsde4d

ikr!! I also like that too

@skybeautimus1017

+girlgamer crybabyyy

@sh4rmsde4d

skybeautimus 101 hello fellow crybaby!😂

@skybeautimus1017

+girlgamer omg I dont know any other crybabies can we be friends:)

@sh4rmsde4d

skybeautimus 101​ Lol ok I try to stay away from her fandom because there kinda 'crazy' I guess you could say😃

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@camrenjaurabello1366

i love how there a little bit of :castle,gasoline, and a lot of is there somewhere and i just love this honestly

@LexCollins2000

shes incredibly great at mixing her songs together 👍👍

@supriyakannan1414

and the haunting tune and control (when you coming up the drive all the kids scream)

@kateburn4283

Camren Jaurabello And some "Young God": "I dunno, baby girl, you're moving onto better things" versus, "Ooh, baby girl, you know we're gonna be legends".

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