In February 2010, Jordan White’s original song “September” recorded with KineticBlu, was selected by Sony Music/Red Distribution for inclusion on a national release of hot new musical acts. The song put the PA-based band into the spotlight with over 1.5 million hits on Myspace. In August 2010, White himself was nominated for three 2010 Lehigh Valley Music Awards for Best Songwriter, Best Lyricist, and Best Band Website, being chosen amongst 3,000 other fan and industry nominees. White performed at the awards ceremony on December 5, 2010 in which was well received.
In May of 2012, White released his EP, entitled “Four Songs” which includes new songs,” “Maybe, Amy,” “Bloodshot,” “Before I Go Out” and “No Promises”. White’s songs contain moments of pop and the flavor of southern rock paired with plenty of clean guitar licks and riffs which unravel among piano and the singer’s clear and distinctive sound.
During his career, White has shared the stage and opened for national acts such as Third Eye Blind, Vertical Horizon, Bowling For Soup, Sharon Little, Ryan Star, and American Idol runner-up contestants Katharine McPhee and Crystal Bowersox.
Bloodshot
Jordan White Lyrics
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Maybe someone, somewhere can tell me what that means
If your blood is boiling over again I guess you'll never learn
That all the bridges that we cross become the bridges that we burn
And the specials on the house tonight
So you can just have mine
You know she crawled inside my soul
They push me past doorways -
Where I could have walked on through
But it takes so much to run from you
[Chorus:]
But if my eyes are
Bloodshot
I'm not -
On my way home
You'll see -
It won't be
Me lying in your bedroom
And if you've got -
One thing left to say
That pretty, pretty girl
She's just one drink away
I shoulda been a cowboy on my way out west
With cowboy boots and cowboy hats and a cowboy vest
I'd get a gold rush fever of one-hundred and three
Then let some ghost town haunt whatever's left of me
[Chorus:]
So are you giving in or up
In your car -
I'm dropping down I'm burning out
Like a falling star -
To rock the earth
That's what you are
[Chorus:]
The song "Bloodshot" by Jordan White depicts a relationship that has gone sour, where one partner is tired of trying to make it work and is ready to move on. The lyrics, "Maybe someone, somewhere can tell me what that means," suggest that the singer is confused about the situation and struggling to understand it. He then warns his partner that crossing the line will only burn bridges. He tells her that she has crawled inside his soul, but he needs to run from her.
The second verse uses cowboy imagery to describe the singer's desire for adventure and to leave the relationship behind. The chorus repeats the phrase "bloodshot," which refers to the singer's eyes that are red and tired due to the stress and exhaustion of the situation. He declares that he is not on his way home and that he won't be lying in her bedroom. The final lines suggest that the singer is metaphorically falling to the earth and that his partner is the force that will make an impact.
Overall, the song captures the pain and complexity of a failing relationship, where the singer is torn between his desire for escape and his feelings of responsibility towards his partner. The lyrics are open to interpretation and can resonate with anyone who has experienced a troubled relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
$200 jeans and I can't afford her gasoline
I spent too much on my superficial image, leaving me unable to financially support the one I desire
Maybe someone, somewhere can tell me what that means
I'm lost and confused, hoping for guidance from anyone who understands
If your blood is boiling over again I guess you'll never learn
If you continuously let your emotions control you, you'll never overcome and grow from your mistakes
That all the bridges that we cross become the bridges that we burn
Every relationship or connection we make has the potential to end badly and cause harm
And the specials on the house tonight
The bar is offering free drinks tonight
So you can just have mine
I'll give you my free drinks since I don't want them
You know she crawled inside my soul
She deeply impacted and influenced my emotions and thoughts
And that's more than just a sign
It's not just a coincidence, it's a significant connection
They push me past doorways -
People or experiences challenge me to push past my comfort zone
Where I could have walked on through
I could have avoided the difficult situation and taken an easier path
But it takes so much to run from you
I'm struggling to distance myself from you because it's emotionally draining
But if my eyes are Bloodshot
If my eyes are red from exhaustion or intoxication
I'm not - On my way home
I won't be heading home
You'll see - It won't be
You'll notice that I'm not in your bed
Me lying in your bedroom
I won't be sleeping with you tonight
And if you've got - One thing left to say
If you have something important to say
That pretty, pretty girl She's just one drink away
You're only a drink away from being with that girl you desire
I shoulda been a cowboy on my way out west
I wish I had a more adventurous or carefree past
With cowboy boots and cowboy hats and a cowboy vest
I wish I had a more rugged or traditional style
I'd get a gold rush fever of one-hundred and three
I'd chase after a wild dream with intense passion
Then let some ghost town haunt whatever's left of me
Even if my dream fails, I would rather have it haunt me than regret not trying
So are you giving in or up
Are you sacrificing yourself or choosing to let go?
In your car - I'm dropping down I'm burning out
As you drive away, I'm feeling defeated and exhausted
Like a falling star - To rock the earth
My passion burns out like a shooting star that crashes to the ground
That's what you are
You have the power to inspire and crush my dreams
Contributed by Brody A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.