1. A hardcore … Read Full Bio ↴There is more than one artist with the name Speedway.
1. A hardcore band from Stockholm, Sweden formed in 2019 .
2. A now defunct pop-rock group formed in Glasgow, Scotland in 2001 by Jill Jackson (lead vocals) and Jim Duguid (drums). They split in 2004.
The band accquired two more members in the shape of bassist Tom Swann from Edinburgh and guitarist Dan Sells, and signed with Innocent Records in 2002, the label home to Blue and Atomic Kitten. The band supported the former on their UK tour in early 2003, and played a number of university gigs as well, and they were noted for playing one song in particular the Christina Aguilera 1999 hit Genie In A Bottle, and as a result, in September 2003, it became their first single as a double-a-side, with another song, Save Yourself and hit #10 in the UK singles chart.
Their second single, Can't Turn Back hit #12 in February 2004, by which point the music industry were citing them as a modern day Pretenders because of their unique pop rock sound which had a feminine touch courtesy of Jill. Their third single, In & Out, hit #33 in June, and their album Save Yourself was released just after Can't Turn Back came out, sadly, it didn't achieve as well as expected. Speedway thus left Innocent Records after their first UK tour.
Jill Jackson is also known for dating Fame Academy Winner Alex Parks and they performed two songs - Don't Let It Get To You, and Stuble - in March 2005, in Bedford
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Overdrive
Speedway Lyrics
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I guess I've got a mind of my own,
I don't stop to think of the consequences blowing up, oh no,
I can't keep me under control.
I don't put sense over the situation,
I don't need your additional views, no,
Let go, I know I can find my own way.
CHORUS
Give it up, I'll do what I do, In my own time,
Don't fight me and I won't fight you,
So what I get caught in the middle,
I get mixed up a little,
Isn't life designed to live in overdrive,
That's the only way.
All you people looking for answers,
To questions that you don't understand, no,
You're too slow to know this is the ride of your life,
You only get one chance.
CHORUS
That's the only way.
So what I get caught in the middle,
I get mixed up a little,
Isn't life designed to live in overdrice,
That's the only way.
The lyrics of Speedway's song "Overdrive" express the desire to take on life on one's own terms without being swayed by the opinions of others. The first verse talks about the singer's state of mind, which is often uncontrollable and prone to mistakes. The second verse asserts the singer's independence and their ability to find their way without seeking validation or approval from anyone else. The chorus embodies the central message of the song, which is to live life in overdrive, which essentially means to pursue one's dreams and passions without being held back by uncertainty or fear.
The lyrics suggest a sense of urgency, an unrelenting drive to live life on one's own terms. The lyrics often hint at a rebellious spirit that wants to break free from the monotony of everyday life and the restrictions of societal norms. The line "Isn't life designed to live in overdrive" is particularly significant, as it highlights the essence of the song's message. The lyrics encourage us to seize the moment, to take chances, to embrace new opportunities, and to make our own path in life.
Overall, "Overdrive" by Speedway is a song about individuality, independence, and the pursuit of happiness. It is an anthem for the rebels, the misfits, and the dreamers who refuse to conform to the status quo and want to live their lives to the fullest.
Line by Line Meaning
I suffer a condition of headspace,
I am struggling with my own thoughts and emotions
I guess I've got a mind of my own,
I have my own ideas and opinions
I don't stop to think of the consequences blowing up, oh no,
I don't consider the potential negative outcomes of my actions
I can't keep me under control.
I struggle to manage my impulses and desires
I don't put sense over the situation,
I prioritize my personal feelings instead of logical reasoning
I don't need your additional views, no,
I don't want or require your input or advice
Let go, I know I can find my own way.
Leave me alone, I am capable of finding my own path
Give it up, I'll do what I do, In my own time,
Stop trying to change me, I will do things at my own pace
Don't fight me and I won't fight you,
If you don't oppose me, I won't oppose you either
All you people looking for answers,
Those seeking guidance and solutions
To questions that you don't understand, no,
To issues they are unable to comprehend
You're too slow to know this is the ride of your life,
You are not moving fast enough to realize the significance of this moment
You only get one chance.
You only have one opportunity to make the most of your life
I get mixed up a little,
I sometimes get confused or uncertain
Isn't life designed to live in overdrive,
Isn't life meant to be lived enthusiastically and adventurously
That's the only way.
That's the only approach I am willing to take
Contributed by Austin E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Kevin Edward
Brilliant tune.. Brilliant album.. Saddens me they only did the one album.. But also greatful for the one we're graced with.. Quality