the drive
Reconcile Lyrics


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It can't be about how much you put into it. cause I gave my entire self and yet I see no results. should I go on trying on this path I'm on? or should I change my course althou I don't want? back to square one. nothing has been achieved, and everything is left to be done. the words ring in my head "get up and try again" that's what I'll do. and I'll try my hardest. cause I still feel the drive, and I can still see the hope and the aspiration. it's inside me and it moves me onwards. and I still hope one day I'll meet my goal




Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Reconcile's "The Drive In" is a reflection on the struggles of perseverance and the feeling of being stuck in a dead-end situation despite putting in all the effort. The first line, "It can't be about how much you put into it," suggests that sometimes, despite giving it one's all, success may not come as easily as one would hope. Reconcile then reflects on his own experiences, stating that he has given his "entire self" to achieving his goals, but still sees no results. He then questions whether he should continue on the same path or change course, even though the idea of starting over again feels overwhelming and disheartening.


Despite feeling like he is back to "square one," Reconcile also acknowledges that he can't give up on his aspirations and the drive that propels him forward. He recalls the phrase "get up and try again" and vows to keep going, even if it means trying his hardest. The closing lines of the song reveal that Reconcile still believes that his vision and hope for the future are within reach, and that one day he'll eventually meet his goal.


Overall, the lyrics of "The Drive In" convey the struggle of staying resilient in the face of setbacks and challenges, while also recognizing the importance of persevering through these tough times in order to fulfill one's aspirations.


Line by Line Meaning

It can't be about how much you put into it.
The amount of effort put into something does not always guarantee success.


Cause I gave my entire self and yet I see no results.
Even though I gave my all, I have not seen any significant progress.


Should I go on trying on this path I'm on?
I'm unsure if I should continue on the same path.


Or should I change my course althou I don't want?
Although I don't want to, I'm contemplating changing my current direction.


Back to square one. nothing has been achieved, and everything is left to be done.
Despite my efforts, everything remains undone with no progress made.


The words ring in my head 'get up and try again' that's what I'll do.
I am encouraged by the phrase 'get up and try again' and will follow suit.


And I'll try my hardest.
I will put in my very best effort.


Cause I still feel the drive, and I can still see the hope and the aspiration.
Although discouraged, I am still motivated by my drive, hope and aspirations.


It's inside me and it moves me onwards.
My motivation comes from within, propelling me forward.


And I still hope one day I'll meet my goal.
Despite facing setbacks, I maintain hope that someday I will attain my goal.




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