Drums
Jon & Robin Lyrics

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Go!
Drugs and drums
Drugs and drums
Drugs and drums
Spinnin' my world round
I light another straight
I drink another drink
The beat's in my veins

I hold my hands high again
Head banging to the lead
My addiction goes wild
I'm longin' for a drag
Oops- now the cat's out of the bag
Drugs and drums
Drugs and drums
Drugs and drums
Spinnin' my world round
Let me see those hands!
I'll take another coffee
I'll slip in a surprise
Get you all dancing
Blur the sundown 'til the sunrise
Vocals screaming out
I'm looking for something strong
Now the cat's out of the bag
Drugs and drums
Drugs and drums
Drugs and drums
Spinnin' my world round (come on, sing it!)
Drugs and drums
Drugs and drums
Drugs and drums
Spinnin' my world round
Drugs and drums
Drugs and drums

Drugs and drums
Spinnin' my world round

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Jon & Robin's song, Drums, describe the power that music has to transport the listener back in time or to a different state of mind. The repetition of "I hear the sound of the drums" emphasizes the primal, instinctual nature of rhythm and how it can affect us on a deep level. The drums act as a trigger for the singer to remember or feel something from their past or present.

The line "Back again to where it all began" suggests that the sound of the drums is reminding the singer of a significant event or memory from their past. The subsequent lines, "Like I'm real again" and "I can fly again" articulate how the power of the drums has a physical effect on the singer, making them feel alive and empowered.

The phrase "it sets me free again, I can breathe again" suggests that the drums are helping the singer to release any burdens or stress they may be experiencing. The song culminates with a repetition of "I hear the sound of the drums drums drums" which emphasizes the strength and endurance of this feeling and underscores the importance of rhythm and music for the singer.

Line by Line Meaning

I hear the sound of the drums and it takes me
The sound of the drums triggers memories and takes me back in time

To where it all began
To the place where my journey started

I hear the sound of the drums and it makes me
The sound of the drums has a profound effect on me

Fell again
I feel alive and energized again

Like I'm real again
I feel like I exist and matter again

I hear the sound of the drums and it gets me
The sound of the drums elicits a strong emotional response in me

High again
I feel euphoric and exhilarated again

I can fly again
I feel liberated and powerful again

I hear the sound of the drums and it sets me
The sound of the drums completely frees me from any constraints

Free again
I am unencumbered and at liberty to do as I please again

I can breathe again
I feel unburdened and able to take deep breaths again