During their career, the band released five albums: "If I Knew Now What I Knew Then" (1999), "If Its Cool With You, Its Cool With Me" (2000), "Sorry About Tomorrow" (2002), "Reality's Coming Through" (2004) and "The Underground is a Dying Breed" (2007).
The band initially formed as Antidote in Auburn, Alabama and released one album under that name, "Mr. Glenboski" in 1998 before moving to New Haven, Connecticut and adapting the name Hot Rod Circuit.
The Pharmacist
Hot Rod Circuit Lyrics
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If things could have been much different.
Second chance, what's become
Of a friendship if you can call this one?
Stayed in touch, stood behind,
While I gave you space
And you invade mine
While everyone makes mistakes,
[Chorus]
You let me down for the last time,
Truth prevails
And there's nothing you can hide.
And I wash my hands of you,
Getting on with my life.
Getting on with my life
I'm getting on with my life
want to call and catch up.
But no matter what know you still suck.
Took the drugs from my friends,
Whatever were you thinkin?
Stayed in touch, stood behind,
While I gave you space,
And you invade mine while
Every one makes mistakes
[Chorus]
I'm getting on with my life!
And the shit remains the same
It makes no difference
In this stupid world we know.
And the shit remains the same
It makes no difference
In this stupid world we know.
[Chorus: x2]
The song "The Pharmacist" by Hot Rod Circuit is about the betrayal and disappointment that comes from a friendship falling apart due to one person's actions. The lyrics open up with the singer lying awake, wondering if things could have been different between the two friends. The second chance that they had to repair the friendship was wasted, and now the singer wants nothing to do with the person who let them down for the last time.
The chorus indicates that truth will prevail, and there's no hiding from it. The singer is moving on from the broken friendship and is washing their hands of the situation. They're getting on with their life, even though the other person is still trying to keep in touch. The bridge of the song suggests that the world we live in is stupid and doesn't change, no matter what happens.
Overall, the lyrics convey a sense of sadness and frustration, as the singer realizes they can't salvage the friendship any longer.
Line by Line Meaning
Lie awake, wondering,
Unable to sleep, pondering about the past.
If things could have been much different.
Thinking about the possibility of a better outcome.
Second chance, what's become
Given another opportunity, what happened to our relationship?
Of a friendship if you can call this one?
Questioning whether the current state of their bond can be considered true friendship.
Stayed in touch, stood behind,
Maintained communication and offered support.
While I gave you space
Despite giving personal time and distance, remaining committed to the connection.
And you invade mine
However, the other person still disregards boundaries and intrudes upon personal space.
While everyone makes mistakes,
Acknowledging that everyone is capable of making errors in judgment.
You let me down for the last time,
Expressing disappointment in the final letdown from the other person.
Truth prevails
Realizing that the truth will always come to light.
And there's nothing you can hide.
No matter what, there will be no way to cover up the truth.
And I wash my hands of you,
Choosing to cut ties and move on from the toxic relationship.
Getting on with my life.
Ready to move forward and focus on personal growth.
I'm getting on with my life
Repeating the desire to progress and leave the past behind.
Want to call and catch up.
Feeling tempted to reconnect and catch up on lost time.
But no matter what, know you still suck.
Recognizing that despite the history, the other person is still not a good influence.
Took the drugs from my friends,
Recalling past negative behavior of the other person, specifically taking drugs from others without permission.
Whatever were you thinkin?
Rhetorically questioning the thought process behind their actions.
And the shit remains the same
Acknowledging that the world is still full of negative occurrences.
It makes no difference
Recognizing that dwelling on the negative will not change the outcome of situations.
In this stupid world we know.
Sharing the sentiment that the world can be harsh and frustrating.
Chorus:
Repeating the main refrain of the song.
I'm getting on with my life!
Closing statement of the song, emphasizing the desire to move on and make positive changes.
[Chorus: x2]
Final repetition and conclusion of the main chorus.
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Person
Lie awake, wondering,
If things could have been much different.
Second chance, what's become
Of a friendship if you can call this one?
Stayed in touch, stood behind,
While I gave you space
And you invade mine
While everyone makes mistakes,
You let me down for the last time,
Truth prevails
And theres nothing you can hide.
And I wash my hands of you,
Getting on with my life.
Getting on with my life...
I'm getting on with my life...
Wanna call and catch up.
But no matter what I know you still suck.
Took the drugs from my friends,
Whatever were you thinkin?
Stayed in touch, stood behind,
While I gave you space,
And you invade mine while
Every one makes mistakes....
I'm getting on with my life!
And the shit remains the same
It makes no difference
In this stupid world we know.
And the shit remains the same
It makes no difference
In this stupid world we know.
Prison Mike
Still part of my usuals..God I miss these guys. They were always so energetic live, especially the spazzy guitarist
Mitchell Grim
great chorus definitely a gem in the music world props to this band and my Co worker for playing this. definitely caught my ear. keep the dream alive and jam on friends.
daoust26
Great band, that album was a personal favorite
David Ewaldt
Had the pleasure of seeing these guys at a smaller intimate venue called the Ascot Room in Minneapolis right after this album came out, amazing Live!!
jihadpizza
Forgot about this song for a few years.... it's brand new again & I love that!!!
R. Montauk
I had this on the Vagrant Records Sampler from 2001. Awesome cd, awesome label.
Edward F. Pignataro IV
Andrew Rouyer that comp rocked.
Jesus Burritos
Soo underrated, emo heavenš¤©
jenn
Wow. This brings me back to HS days in 2002. This song got me thru what I thought was my worst breakup ever š
Michael Murphy
Wow, brings back memories. Thanks for posting this video!