Cars
Staggerwing Lyrics
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Riding trough the night
Feels good
Good to know
I'm not running from a fight
Speeding up there's an open road
There's no place I need to go
Here I am the highway king
Cars
Are superfisial freedom
Cars
They can take you anywhere
Cars
We all know that they can kill you
Cars
Are a blessing or a curse
Five nine a screaming engine
The radio is on
Unwind take my word
All the pain is gone
So far away from home
Nothing's on my mind
No matter what's been troubling me
I leave it all behind
Cars
Are superfisial freedom
Cars
They can take you anywhere
Cars
We all know that they can kill you
Cars
Are a blessing or a curse
The lyrics to Staggerwing's song "Cars" talk about the experience of driving at night and the sense of freedom and power it brings. The singer rides through the night with street lights illuminating the dark sky, finding solace in the fact that they are not running away from a fight. The open road calls out to them, and they feel a sense of liberation knowing that they have nowhere specific to go. The singer identifies themselves as the "highway king," running their own show and embracing the autonomy that comes with being behind the wheel.
The chorus emphasizes the dual nature of cars as both symbols of freedom and potential danger. While cars offer superficial freedom, as they have the ability to take you anywhere, they also hold the power to be lethal. The singer acknowledges that cars can be a blessing or a curse, understanding the risks that come with the fast-paced and unpredictable nature of driving.
Overall, the lyrics reflect the exhilarating feeling of driving on the open road, the escape it provides from troubles, and the conflicting emotions associated with the power and potential risks of cars.
Line by Line Meaning
Street lights the sky is black
As night falls, the darkness is illuminated by the lights of the city streets.
Riding trough the night
Traveling through the darkness, embracing the adventure that lies ahead.
Feels good
Experiencing a sense of pleasure and contentment.
Good to know
It's reassuring to understand and acknowledge.
I'm not running from a fight
I am not avoiding confrontation or challenges.
Speeding up there's an open road
Increasing velocity to explore the vast possibilities of the open highway.
There's no place I need to go
There is no specific destination I am obligated to reach.
Here I am the highway king
I embrace the role of authority and control on the road.
I'm running my own show
Taking full control of my own journey and decisions.
Cars
Vehicles that represent a form of superficial freedom.
Are superficial freedom
Symbolize a freedom that is shallow and limited in nature.
Cars
These vehicles have the capability of taking you to various locations.
They can take you anywhere
They possess the ability to transport you to any desired destination.
Cars
However, it is widely known that they also hold the potential to cause harm or even death.
We all know that they can kill you
Recognizing the inherent dangers and risks associated with automobiles.
Cars
They can either be seen as a source of benefit or a source of trouble.
Are a blessing or a curse
They possess the capacity to bring either positive or negative consequences.
Five nine a screaming engine
Referring to the engine that produces a loud and powerful noise, signifying strength.
The radio is on
Listening to music through the radio to enhance the journey.
Unwind take my word
Relax and trust in my advice.
All the pain is gone
The agonies of life have been alleviated and faded away.
So far away from home
Being distant from the familiar comforts of home.
Nothing's on my mind
Having a clear and empty mental state, devoid of worries or concerns.
No matter what's been troubling me
Regardless of any distress or vexations that may have affected me.
I leave it all behind
Choosing to abandon and forget about those burdens and move forward.
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Dan Boström, Håkan Andersson, Kjell Andersson, Peo Pettersson
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