Elements
Necessary Response Lyrics
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Along the interstate
Heading nowhere, anywhere far from here
Move on towards a new direction
It's not easy to pretend that it's not this way
But you're killing me in those subtle ways
In my past displays a reason
Cause I know that we will never be the same
Cause it's the elements that make us who we are
Lights Pass
A minor flair dies out
Signals a change I cannot turn around
If I wait will it be the same
I can't begin to see all the things you may say
It's just another part of me
That fades away
In my past displays a reason
The past displays a cause
Cause I know that we will never be the same
Cause it's the elements that make us who we are
And my path betrays my reason
My hope betrays my cause
And if I'd ever find a way you'd know I'd follow through
I'd carry on but the elements have made us who we are
In my past displays a reason
The past displays a cause
Cause I know that we will never be the same
Cause it's the elements that make us who we are
And my path betrays my reason
My hope betrays my cause
And if I'd ever find a way you'd know I'd follow through
I'd carry on but the elements have made us who we are
The song "Elements" by Necessary Response has a melancholic yet hopeful tone to it. It talks about leaving a place behind and heading towards a new direction, even if it's difficult to do so. The first verse describes a person who is traveling along the interstate with no particular destination in mind, just wanting to be far away from their current situation. The second verse talks about a person's past influencing who they are today, and how it's the elements of their life - the experiences, the people they've met, the places they've been - that shape their identity.
The chorus repeats the phrase "cause it's the elements that make us who we are," emphasizing the importance of past experiences in shaping our present selves. The bridge talks about how the singer's past and future paths and hopes have been influenced by the elements of their life, but they would still follow through if they found a way to move forward.
Line by Line Meaning
Drift down
Relax and let yourself drift away
Along the interstate
Traveling on the highway, the ultimate symbol of moving forward
Heading nowhere, anywhere far from here
Leaving behind everything and starting anew in a faraway place
Move on towards a new direction
Taking a new path in life, trying to find a way forward
It's not easy to pretend that it's not this way
Having difficulties accepting the reality of the situation
But you're killing me in those subtle ways
Being hurt by small, indifferent actions
In my past displays a reason
The past holds answers and explanations
The past displays a cause
The past has direct consequences on the present
Cause I know that we will never be the same
Acknowledging that things have changed and can never go back to how they used to be
Cause it's the elements that make us who we are
The combination of small things that make up who we are as individuals
Lights Pass
Observing the world around oneself
A minor flair dies out
Small changes happen, and they gradually fade away
Signals a change I cannot turn around
Changing circumstances that cannot be reversed
If I wait will it be the same
Hoping that things will stay the same if no action is taken
I can't begin to see all the things you may say
Unable to predict someone else's actions or words
It's just another part of me
Accepting that some things about oneself cannot be changed
That fades away
Accepting that some things, even parts of oneself, are impermanent
And my path betrays my reason
Feeling lost, unsure of one's direction in life
My hope betrays my cause
Hoping for something that may not align with one's goals
And if I'd ever find a way you'd know I'd follow through
Promising to follow through with plans if a way forward is found
I'd carry on but the elements have made us who we are
Moving forward, but acknowledging that the things that make up who we are cannot be changed
Contributed by Christopher G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Tяoy Allen
Drift down
Along the interstate
Heading nowhere, anywhere far from here
Move on towards a new direction
It's easy to pretend that it's not this way
But you're killing me in those subtle ways
In my past displays a reason
The past displays a cause
Cause I know that we will never be the same
Cause it's the elements that make us who we are
Lights Pass
A minor flair dies out
Signals a change I cannot turn around
If I wait will it be the same
I can't begin to see all the things you may say
It's just another part of me
That fades away
In my past displays a reason
The past displays a cause
Cause I know that we will never be the same
Cause it's the elements that make us who we are
And my path betrays my reason
My hope betrays my cause
And if I'd ever find a way you'd know I'd follow through
I'd carry on but the elements have made us who we are
In my past displays a reason
The past displays a cause
Cause I know that we will never be the same
Cause it's the elements that make us who we are
And my path betrays my reason
My hope betrays my cause
And if I'd ever find a way you'd know I'd follow through
I'd carry on but the elements have made us who we are
Tяoy Allen
Drift down
Along the interstate
Heading nowhere, anywhere far from here
Move on towards a new direction
It's easy to pretend that it's not this way
But you're killing me in those subtle ways
In my past displays a reason
The past displays a cause
Cause I know that we will never be the same
Cause it's the elements that make us who we are
Lights Pass
A minor flair dies out
Signals a change I cannot turn around
If I wait will it be the same
I can't begin to see all the things you may say
It's just another part of me
That fades away
In my past displays a reason
The past displays a cause
Cause I know that we will never be the same
Cause it's the elements that make us who we are
And my path betrays my reason
My hope betrays my cause
And if I'd ever find a way you'd know I'd follow through
I'd carry on but the elements have made us who we are
In my past displays a reason
The past displays a cause
Cause I know that we will never be the same
Cause it's the elements that make us who we are
And my path betrays my reason
My hope betrays my cause
And if I'd ever find a way you'd know I'd follow through
I'd carry on but the elements have made us who we are
Lowgrade Signal
Saw them live for this album, with De/Vision, was a pretty killer night.
Michael Barychko
Love this song. Love the band. This song is completely amazing.
Nope Nopeington
love this band. thanks uploading all these HQ songs.
susan opel
I listen to this like 5 times in a row each time I listen to it.
Kimiko Chan
Love this really
fernando m
german futurepop band . ..great job
Nik Who Cares?
American.
Gholden1972
Great attitude tune.
Imperius Vogt
Fucking beautiful