1. Max Ravitz… Read Full Bio ↴Several artists release music under the name Patricia.
1. Max Ravitz, an electronic music producer based in Chicago, Illinois, with releases full of funky, noisy, low-fidelity techno on Opal Tapes, Spectral Sound, and L.I.E.S. Also a member of multiple collaborations: Inhalants with Jahiliyya Fields, Masks with Alexis Georgopoulos (Arp, The Alps, formerly of Tussle), and Black Mold with Gareth Smyth (Lumigraph).
2. Patricia Paulin, a French singer active from the 1960s to 1980s.
3. Patricia Paay (born Patricia Anglaia Margareth Paaij), a Dutch singer and media personality active since the mid-1960s. Also a member of dance pop trio The Star Sisters.
Waiting For Alexis
Patricia Lyrics
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Momma said it don't run back here, girl
And ain't that sunset red, ain't something in the air
I can almost see that road uncurl
But this old Bonneville ain't no good standing still
So put that pedal to the floor
What're we waiting for, what've we got to prove
When I'm alone with you I don't need no more
Baby that's my truth, so what're we waiting for
One hand on the wheel, one hand on the shift
Get this dream in gear Lord knows we'll live it
'Cause life is just a deal and love is just a gift
Don't mean a thing if you don't give it
But this old Bonneville ain't no good standing still
So put that pedal to the floor
What're we waiting for, what've we got to prove
When this old one-horse town is all we've got to lose
When I'm alone with you I don't need no more
Baby that's my truth, so what're we waiting for
This old Bonneville ain't no good standing still
So put that pedal to the floor
What're we waiting for, what've we got to prove
When I walked out that door I had everything to lose
But boy when I'm with you I don't need no more
Guess that's my truth, so what're we waiting for
What're we waiting for, what've we got to prove
When this old one-horse town is all we've got to lose
When I'm alone with you I don't need no more
Baby that's my truth, so what're we waiting for
The lyrics of "Waiting for Alexis" by Patrícia depict a sense of urgency and desire for change. The opening lines of the song compare the road ahead to a ribbon in the singer's hair, symbolizing freedom and escape. However, the singer acknowledges that their hometown is not a place where dreams can flourish. The red sunset and the palpable energy in the air hint at the possibilities that lie outside their current surroundings.
The mention of the old Bonneville car further emphasizes the need for movement and action. The car is described as ineffective when stationary, encouraging the singer to put the pedal to the floor and pursue their dreams. The repetitive question "What're we waiting for?" suggests frustration and impatience, challenging the listener to consider why they are hesitating to pursue their ambitions.
The chorus reinforces the idea that the singer doesn't need anything else when they are with their loved one, implying that their relationship is the driving force behind their desire for change. The lyrics convey the importance of taking risks and embracing love and life, as opposed to merely existing. The line "life is just a deal and love is just a gift" implies that life is too short to waste on waiting and not embracing opportunities.
The closing lines echo the urgency expressed throughout the song, emphasizing that the Bonneville is useless when idle. The lyrics invite listeners to question their own hesitation and ask why they are holding back when there is so much to gain by taking action. Ultimately, "Waiting for Alexis" serves as a motivational anthem, urging individuals to seize opportunities, prioritize love, and not let fear hold them back from pursuing their dreams.
Line by Line Meaning
See that blacktop up ahead like a ribbon from my hair
I can see the road stretching out in front of us, like a ribbon flowing from my hair.
Momma said it don't run back here, girl
My mother always told me that there's no turning back in this place.
And ain't that sunset red, ain't something in the air
The vibrant red sunset and the atmosphere around us is filled with anticipation.
I can almost see that road uncurl
I can envision the road unfolding before us, ready for our journey.
But this old Bonneville ain't no good standing still
Our old Bonneville car isn't meant to stay idle, it's meant to be driven.
So put that pedal to the floor
Let's step on the gas pedal and go full speed ahead.
What're we waiting for, what've we got to prove
Why are we hesitating? What do we have to prove to anyone?
When this old one-horse town is all we've got to lose
We don't have much to lose in this small town, it's time to take a chance.
When I'm alone with you I don't need no more
Being with you is enough for me; I don't need anything else.
Baby that's my truth, so what're we waiting for
That's the honest truth, so why aren't we taking action?
One hand on the wheel, one hand on the shift
I'll control the car with one hand on the steering wheel and one on the gear shift.
Get this dream in gear Lord knows we'll live it
Let's start pursuing this dream, I believe we can make it happen.
'Cause life is just a deal and love is just a gift
Life is simply a transaction, and love is a precious gift.
Don't mean a thing if you don't give it
However, these things won't matter if we don't embrace and give them.
When I walked out that door I had everything to lose
When I left everything behind, I risked losing everything but gained the opportunity for more.
But boy when I'm with you I don't need no more
But when I'm with you, I don't need anything else.
Guess that's my truth, so what're we waiting for
I suppose that's my reality, so why are we delaying our actions?
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Patricia Halliday
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