Kotodama Network represents a collaborative effort between electronica arti… Read Full Bio ↴Kotodama Network represents a collaborative effort between electronica artist David Harrow (Beats, production) and Mirai Kawashima of Sigh (Vocals, synth). The music of Kotodama Network falls somewhere between rap and trip hop.

The first full-length release "Wolf in the Machine" was released online-only in January 2008.

Kotodama Network also participated in a dub tribute to Incubus that was released in 2005.

Drive
Kotodama Network Lyrics

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Sometimes, I feel the fear of uncertainty stinging clear
And I can't help but ask myself how much I'll let the fear
Take the wheel and steer

It's driven me before
And it seems to have a vague, haunting mass appeal
But lately I am beginning to find
That I should be the one behind the wheel

Whatever tomorrow brings
I'll be there with open arms and open eyes

Whatever tomorrow brings
I'll be there with open arms and open eyes

So if I decide to waiver my chance
To be one of the hive
Will I choose water over wine
And hold my own and drive?

It's driven me before
And it seems to be the way that everyone else gets around
But lately I am beginning to find
That when I drive myself my light is found

So whatever tomorrow brings
I'll be there with open arms and open eyes, yeh

Whatever tomorrow brings
I'll be there with open arms and open eyes

Would you kill the Queen to crush the hive?

Would you choose water over wine
Hold the wheel and drive?

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Kotodama Network's song "Drive" deal with themes of fear, uncertainty, and individuality. The first stanza sets the tone for the rest of the song, as it expresses the fear of uncertainty and the temptation to let fear take control. The lines "It's driven me before/And it seems to have a vague, haunting mass appeal" suggest that fear can be a comfortable and familiar emotion, but also one that is unsettling and difficult to comprehend. However, the singer begins to realize that they should be the one "behind the wheel" and in control of their own destiny.

The second and third stanzas continue this theme, with the singer questioning whether they should conform to society's expectations and become "one of the hive," or instead choose to be their own person and "hold [their] own and drive?" This decision is not an easy one, as the singer acknowledges that "It's driven [them] before" and that conforming to the norm is a common path that many people take. However, the singer also recognizes that when they take control of their own life, they feel more fulfilled and their "light" shines brighter.

The final stanza poses a provocative question, asking if the listener would be willing to "kill the Queen," a metaphorical representation of authority figures or societal norms, in order to assert their own individuality. The lines "Would you choose water over wine/Hold the wheel and drive?" further emphasize the importance of making one's own choices and taking control of one's life.

Overall, the lyrics of "Drive" encourage listeners to embrace their individuality and take control of their own lives, even in the face of fear and societal pressure.

Line by Line Meaning

Sometimes, I feel the fear of uncertainty stinging clear
At times, I experience anxiety about the unknown future, which is palpably sharp and clear.

And I can't help but ask myself how much I'll let the fear Take the wheel and steer
I wonder how much power I will surrender to my fears, to the point where they take control and steer my life.

It's driven me before And it seems to have a vague, haunting mass appeal But lately I am beginning to find That I should be the one behind the wheel
In the past, I have let fear take control because it seemed popular to do so, despite it being eerie. However, I have recently realized that I should be the one driving my life.

Whatever tomorrow brings I'll be there with open arms and open eyes
No matter what comes in the future, I will face it with receptiveness and awareness.

So if I decide to waiver my chance To be one of the hive Will I choose water over wine And hold my own and drive?
If I choose to deviate from the norm and not follow the crowd, will I choose the simple, fundamental option, or challenge myself with something more complex and hold my own in directing my life?

It's driven me before And it seems to be the way that everyone else gets around But lately I am beginning to find That when I drive myself my light is found
Previously, I have followed the crowd in letting fear steer my life because it is common. But recently, I have discovered that I find my strength when I take the wheel and direct my own life.

Would you kill the Queen to crush the hive? Would you choose water over wine Hold the wheel and drive?
In a metaphorical sense, would you detach from the norm and risk destroying the system, or would you choose the easy and simple path, yet still take control of your own life?

Whatever tomorrow brings I'll be there with open arms and open eyes, yeh Whatever tomorrow brings I'll be there with open arms and open eyes
Once again, no matter what comes in the future, I will remain open and receptive to it.

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: SCOTT HILL, BOB BALCH, BRAD DAVIS, BRANT BJORK

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