No Fit State
Hot Chip Lyrics


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Excuse me sir I would like to leave the ride
Too many emergencies this time
I forgot, I forgot all this, all the trouble at my fingertips
Too many emergencies this time

Excuse me sir but what is in your bag
Feels like those evil things you had
I forgot, I forgot all this, all these things that they feed us with
Feels like those evil things inside

We caught the fire but the body escaped
Love other people but I don't know their names
I don't know their names

I'm in no fit state
I'm in no fit shape
To fall in love with you
To make a record of my life
To lose any more than I need
To watch my fingers bleed
To bust my body up
To drink out of your cup
To act a fool in love
Acting hard's been tough




To act a fool in love
Acting hard's been tough

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Hot Chip's song "No Fit State" are a poignant expression of feeling overwhelmed and unable to cope with the pressures of daily life. The opening lines "'Excuse me sir I would like to leave the ride // Too many emergencies this time" convey a sense of urgency and desperation to escape from the chaos and demands of modern society. The repetition of the phrase "too many emergencies" emphasizes the constant barrage of problems and crises that can make it difficult to even catch one's breath.


The line "Feels like those evil things inside" suggests a sense of paranoia or distrust, perhaps reflecting a general sense of unease or anxiety about the world. The idea that "they" are feeding us with "evil things" suggests a larger conspiracy or malevolent force at work – a sentiment that seems all too relevant in today's climate of deepening social and political division.


The chorus, with its repeated refrain of "I'm in no fit state / I'm in no fit shape," highlights the singer's sense of vulnerability and fragility. The idea of "falling in love" or "making a record of my life" suggests a desire for connection or meaning, but the singer ultimately concludes that they are "in no fit state" to pursue these things. The closing lines, "To act a fool in love / Acting hard's been tough," suggest that even the pursuit of love or connection can feel like an insurmountable challenge in today's world.


Line by Line Meaning

Excuse me sir I would like to leave the ride
I am politely asking you to stop this ride and let me off because there have been too many urgent situations that require attention.


Too many emergencies this time
There have been too many urgent matters that I have had to address recently, making it difficult to cope.


Excuse me sir but what is in your bag
May I inquire what you are carrying in your bag, as it feels like it could be something dangerous.


Feels like those evil things you had
The contents of your bag give off a negative and ominous vibe, as though they are harmful or sinister in some way.


I forgot, I forgot all this, all the trouble at my fingertips
I had almost forgotten about all the problems that I have been dealing with, but they seem to have resurfaced and are causing me distress once again.


All these things that they feed us with
There are many negative and harmful influences in the world that we are constantly exposed to.


Feels like those evil things inside
There is a part of me that feels corrupted or influenced by these negative forces that I have been exposed to.


We caught the fire but the body escaped
We were able to ignite a passion or desire within ourselves, but our physical body was not able to handle it and suffered in some way.


Love other people but I don't know their names
I feel a sense of love or compassion for others, but I do not have a personal connection or relationship with them.


I'm in no fit state
I am not mentally, physically, or emotionally prepared or capable to handle certain situations or commitments.


I'm in no fit shape
I am not in good physical condition, making it difficult to engage in certain activities or tasks.


To fall in love with you
I am not ready or able to develop a romantic relationship with you.


To make a record of my life
I am not interested in documenting or recording my life experiences or personal history at this time.


To lose any more than I need
I am not willing to sacrifice more than is necessary or beneficial for me.


To watch my fingers bleed
I am not comfortable with causing myself physical harm or pain, even if it is for a reason.


To bust my body up
I am not willing to risk injuring myself or damaging my physical wellbeing for any reason.


To drink out of your cup
I am not willing to engage in a deeper or more intimate relationship with you than what we currently have.


To act a fool in love
I am not willing to risk being foolish or making a mistake in matters of the heart.


Acting hard's been tough
I am finding it difficult to maintain an image of toughness or resilience in the face of personal struggles or hardship.


To act a fool in love
I am not willing to risk being foolish or making a mistake in matters of the heart.


Acting hard's been tough
I am finding it difficult to maintain an image of toughness or resilience in the face of personal struggles or hardship.




Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ALEXIS BENJAMIN TAYLOR, JOSEPH GODDARD

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@Peter-Warton

3:00 - feels like walking outside on a cold, dark, slate-grey day and then the sun... the sun comes out! Beautiful!

@TJHughes1

Wow! I just heard this song for the first time on my pandora and these lyrics just hit me pretty fucking hard. This right here. This is how I'm feeling right now.

@magicpowers

spyke777 i just found it on Pandora also i knew the the "over and over" song. this one is my new fav.

@sblang1

This hits home way too hard

@stephenma2331

Love this song. It always reminds me of a nice blend of Depeche Mode and Coldplay (Chris Martin on the Vox).

@realArisawaHeavyInd

According to the band, they drew a lot of influence for the instrumentals in this song from Xex's track Svetlana. Very cool song to check out for anyone that likes synthwave (I don't fucking know genres, don't bite my head off if this is the "wrong" word !_! )

@magicXmaria

I just love this song.

@steveokinevo

Super track, saw them live, the real thing is even better.

@BogStomperz

Love this!

@goustanbodin5640

awesome band, awesome song

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