Bliss
Pacific Nerve Lyrics
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And I know that I haven’t grown up since high school
I still drive on the same streets and shout the same words
Over the crack of my broken stereo
Whoa-uh-oh
But I know
I know, that I don’t know what’s going on
But I’ll keep walkin' onward cause I
To keep my head straight
She said, that I don’t know what’s going on
But I feel like ignorance is bliss
I found solace in common ground
Common ground that’s breaking down
We’ll keep spinning in circles
Our hands in the air
I’ll keep singing the same song
Until my lungs hurt
We were alive and alone
Crowded room on our own
I’ve never felt so at home
Take my hand take it slow
Oh won't you take it slow
It’s been a long, long time since we have had the thought
To just get out of our own way
There’s a chance
There’s a chance, that I have lost my mind
But I think we’ll be fine with a little time
We’ll keep spinning in circles
Our hands in the air
I’ll keep singing the same song
Until my lungs hurt
We were alive and alone
Crowded room on our own
I’ve never felt so at home
Take my hand take it slow
Slow this down I know it’s not worth my time
To stay and fight for something
Just because it gets me through the night
But she put her hand in mine and she said
You were the one
You were the one
I’ve lost the thought of losing this darling
In the lyrics of Pacific Nerve's song "Bliss," the singer reflects on their own stagnant nature and resistance to change. They acknowledge that they haven't grown up since high school, still driving down familiar streets and using the same expressions. Despite their lack of understanding of what's happening in their life, they continue to move forward because they don't know any other way to keep their mind clear. The idea that ignorance is bliss is brought up by someone else, suggesting that they find comfort in not fully comprehending the complexities of their situation.
The singer finds solace in the common ground that they share with others, even though it's breaking down. They express a sense of freedom and joy by spinning in circles with their hands in the air, symbolizing a carefree and uninhibited state. They will keep singing the same song, regardless of the toll it takes on their lungs, as it brings them a sense of aliveness and belonging even in a crowded room. The singer recalls feeling at home and accepted when they were alone, perhaps suggesting that true comfort can sometimes be found in one's own company.
However, the singer also experiences moments of doubt and recognizes the possibility that they might have lost their mind. Nevertheless, they believe that with time, everything will be fine. The repetition of spinning in circles and singing the same song reflects a desire to maintain a sense of familiarity and stability amidst uncertainty. The lyrics take a turn when someone else, possibly a significant other, assures the singer that they are the one, reminding them of the value they bring to the relationship. This affirmation erases any thoughts of losing what they have.
Overall, "Bliss" encompasses themes of resistance to change, finding comfort in familiarity, the acceptance of ignorance, and the importance of interpersonal connection in maintaining one's sanity.
Line by Line Meaning
She called me typical
She labeled me as average or ordinary
And I know that I haven’t grown up since high school
I am aware that I haven't matured since my teenage years
I still drive on the same streets and shout the same words
I continue to travel on familiar roads and express the same emotions
Over the crack of my broken stereo
Despite the flaws in my music player, I still listen to it loudly
But I know, I know, that I don’t know what’s going on
I am aware that I am clueless about the current situation
But I’ll keep walkin' onward cause I just don’t know any other way to keep my head straight
I will continue moving forward because I don't have any alternative to maintain my sanity
She said, that I don’t know what’s going on
She mentioned that I lack understanding of the circumstances
But I feel like ignorance is bliss
However, I believe that not knowing the truth brings happiness
I found solace in common ground
I discovered comfort in shared experiences or similarities
Common ground that’s breaking down
The mutual understanding or connection is deteriorating
We’ll keep spinning in circles
We will continue in repetitive patterns or behaviors
Our hands in the air
We raise our hands in a gesture of freedom or surrender
I’ll keep singing the same song until my lungs hurt
I will persistently vocalize my thoughts until physical discomfort occurs
We were alive and alone
We felt alive despite being isolated
Crowded room on our own
Even in a room full of people, we still felt like we were by ourselves
I’ve never felt so at home
I have never experienced such a strong sense of belonging
Take my hand take it slow
Hold my hand and let's proceed at a relaxed pace
It’s been a long, long time since we have had the thought to just get out of our own way
We haven't considered the idea of removing our own obstacles in a very long time
There’s a chance, there’s a chance, that I have lost my mind
There's a possibility that I have become mentally unstable
But I think we’ll be fine with a little time
However, I believe we will be okay if we give it some time
Slow this down I know it’s not worth my time
Let's decrease the pace because I realize it's not worth my effort or attention
To stay and fight for something just because it gets me through the night
There's no need to persist and struggle for something solely because it provides temporary comfort
But she put her hand in mine and she said, you were the one
Yet, she held my hand and expressed that I am the person she chooses
I’ve lost the thought of losing this darling
I have dismissed the idea of losing the affectionate relationship with my loved one
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Ethan Knight, Griffin Tobey, Yuta Young
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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