Resolution
Motion City Soundtrack Lyrics
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I'm not talking planets or galaxies and the distance just makes it worse.
I know what you're thinking, this probably sounds rehearsed.
So let's give it up for the New Year
Did this party of two have you slightly confused?
Now that our things are divided
She refuses to speak and I'm driftin' to sleep at the wheel.
Liquids, powders and pills, not quite against my will.
The tastes test of girls, from all over the world
who refuse to except my excuses.
She put up with so much of my madness and my self-abuse
She would tend to my wounds and fill me with food when I'd stumble and drunk for breakfast,
She was right to take off before she was consumed
You're totally right, every action was well rehearsed.
The song "Resolution" by Motion City Soundtrack is about a person who is struggling with addiction and the consequences it has on their relationship with their partner. The first verse is about the vastness of the universe and how it contrasts with the intimacy of a relationship. The singer acknowledges that while they are using grandiose language to describe their relationship, the distance caused by their addiction is only making things worse between them. The second verse describes the singer's use of drugs and how they have caused their partner to leave them. They try to make excuses for their behavior but ultimately acknowledge that their partner was right to leave before they got consumed by their addiction. The chorus is a call to start fresh in the new year and move on from the past.
The tone of the song is resigned and introspective, with the singer acknowledging their faults and the damage they have caused, but still feeling helpless to change. It's a poignant and relatable theme, as many people have experienced the pain of addiction, either personally or through loved ones. The song's message is ultimately one of hope, as the singer looks to the new year as a chance to start over and make things right.
Line by Line Meaning
I like the universe, but she messes with my words
I appreciate the vastness of the universe, but it often confuses my thoughts and makes it difficult for me to express myself.
I'm not talking planets or galaxies and the distance just makes it worse.
I am not referring to literal space objects, and the metaphorical distance between myself and my significant other exacerbates this communication barrier.
I know what you're thinking, this probably sounds rehearsed.
I am aware that what I am saying may come across as scripted or trite, but it is still true and genuine.
So let's give it up for the New Year
Let's celebrate the start of a new year and the hope that it brings.
Did this party of two have you slightly confused?
Did our relationship confuse or overwhelm you?
Now that our things are divided
Now that we have separated our belongings and parted ways.
She refuses to speak and I'm driftin' to sleep at the wheel.
My ex-partner is not communicating with me, and I am metaphorically losing control of my life.
Liquids, powders and pills, not quite against my will.
I have engaged in substance use, but it is not entirely against my own volition.
The taste test of girls, from all over the world who refuse to accept my excuses.
I have interacted with many women from diverse backgrounds, but they are not willing to tolerate my behavior or excuses.
She put up with so much of my madness and my self-abuse
My ex-partner endured a great deal of my emotional turmoil and destructive behavior.
She would tend to my wounds and fill me with food when I'd stumble and drunk for breakfast,
My ex-partner cared for me and helped me even during my lowest moments, such as when I was injured or hungover.
She was right to take off before she was consumed
My ex-partner was correct to leave our relationship before it completely consumed and destroyed her.
You're totally right, every action was well rehearsed.
You are correct that my actions in the past were predictable and routine, rather than spontaneous or authentic.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: JESSE MACK JOHNSON, JOSHUA ALLEN CAIN, JUSTIN COURTNEY PIERRE, MATTHEW SCOTT TAYLOR, TONY RICHARD THAXTON
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@Law-of-EnTropy
I like the universe, but she messes with my words
I'm not talking planets or galaxies and the distance just makes it worse.
I know what you're thinking, this probably sounds rehearsed.
So let's give it up for the New Year
Did this party of two have you slightly confused?
Now that our things are divided
She refuses to speak and I'm driftin' to sleep at the wheel.
Liquids, powders and pills, not quite taken against my will.
The tastes test of girls, from all over the world
who refuse to accept my excuses.
She put up with so much of my madness and my self-abuse
She would tend to my wounds and fill me with food when I'd stumble in drunk for breakfast,
She was right to take off before she was consumed
So let's give it up for the New Year
Did this party of two have you slightly confused?
Now that our things are divided
She refuses to speak and I'm driftin' to sleep at the wheel.
So let's give it up for the New Year
Did this party of two have you slightly confused?
Now that our things are divided
She refuses to speak and I'm driftin' to sleep
Let's give it up for the New Year
Did this party of two have you slightly confused?
Now that our things are divided
She refuses to speak and I'm driftin' to sleep at the wheel.
I like the universe, but she messes with my words
I'm not talking planets or galaxies and the distance just makes it worse.
You're totally right, every action was well rehearsed.
@gracieface4731
The year is 2007, I'm 17, hormones and teen angst choking the life out of me. But Motion City Soundtrack made me feel like at least a few people in the world understood me. Thanks for that, guys 💜🖤
@faze194
this perfectly describes me right now. It's 2021, I'm 17, shit fucking sucks but at least I feel less alone today. I'm so grateful for these guys and excited for their concerts in the new year.
@gracieface4731
@faze I hope MCS helps you as much as they helped me, kid 💜
@charliemcpherson6299
I was also 17 in 2007, and this album got me through high school.
@amyfugate7887
90’s baby here also!! 🙋🏻♀️ this album takes me back to the better days. Still the all time BEST show I’ve been to! 🤘🏼
@badassbrit88
Honestly, this is one of my favorite songs MCS has ever made. <3
@worldwidehandsome3417
This is such a summer road trip song
What a 🅱️OP
@DaniFoscarini
this one is amazing
@yamaha94O
"She put up with so much
Of my madness and my self abuse.
She would tend to my wounds,
Fill me with food when I'm stumbling drunk for breakfast..
She was right to take off before she was consumed..
@mizyza
nice music :)