Never content to stick to one genre, one project or one band, Jay also co-led the synth-punk Lost Sounds with Alicja Trout, played drums for The Final Solutions, pursued the solo project Terror Visions, co-fronted The Angry Angles and ran his own label, Shattered Records.
In 2006, In The Red announced the release of Blood Visions, Jay's first album as a solo artist, which combined the aggressive approach of Reatards with a melodic pop sensibility, and production recalling classic UK punk records -- The Adverts (who he covered), Siouxsie & the Banshees, ATV, etc.
On January 13, 2010, Jay was found dead at the age of 29 at his home in Memphis. A statement was posted on the website of Goner Records that Reatard had died in his sleep. His autopsy reported he died of cocaine toxicity and alcohol as a contributing factor.
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Waiting For Something
Jay Reatard Lyrics
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I must compete
Stand on my feet
Live with these creeps
I'm sitting
waiting for something to happen
They won't get me
It's not complete
I must compete
Stand on my feet
Live with these creeps
I'm sitting
waiting for something to happen
Oh no no no!
They won't get me
The lyrics to "Waiting For Something" by Jay Reatard seem to portray feelings of frustration and helplessness. The beginning of the song suggests that the singer feels incomplete and must compete with others to assert themselves. They want to stand on their own two feet but feel like they are surrounded by people who are not like them- "these creeps". This line could represent the feeling of being an outsider in a particular society or group, and the difficulty of trying to fit in.
The chorus of the song seems to be the main message, as it repeats twice. The singer is waiting for something to happen, but it is not clear what that is. The repetition of the line could represent a feeling of stagnation or the sense that they are just waiting for something to change- whether that be a new opportunity or a chance encounter. The next line suggests that the person feels threatened or in danger, as they declare "they won't get me". This could be interpreted as someone feeling trapped or pursued by others, or even struggling against their own negative thoughts.
Overall, the lyrics seem to express a longing for change or escape from a difficult situation. The feelings of frustration and fear are palpable in the repetition and urgent tone of the song.
Line by Line Meaning
It's not complete
I feel like something is missing in my life
I must compete
I have to work hard to achieve my goals
Stand on my feet
I need to be independent and self-sufficient
Live with these creeps
I have to deal with people who are not good for me
I'm sitting
I'm doing nothing
Waiting for something to happen
I'm hoping for something positive to come my way
Oh no no no!
I am afraid of what might happen
They won't get me
I will not let my fears control me
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Written by: JIMMY LEE LINDSAY
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