1. Is a band featuring Hot Water M… Read Full Bio ↴There are two bands named The Draft:
1. Is a band featuring Hot Water Music members Jason Black, George Rebelo and Chris Wollard. The band also features guitarist Todd Rockhill of Black Cougar Shock Unit, Discount and a host of other Gainesville, Florida based acts.
The Draft formed soon after the departure of singer/guitarist Chuck Ragan from Hot Water Music. The three remaining members of the band wanted to continue making music together, but decided not to continue under the Hot Water Music name, choosing instead to start fresh.
In 2006, The Draft began touring. Their debut album, In A Million Pieces, was released on September 12, 2006.
2. Is a British Pop band which released the albums The Draft and Kill Youselfishness. There is not a lot of information on them.
Not what i wanna do
The Draft Lyrics
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and I should've known
cause I'm home and on my own
(but armed to the teeth)
and it's all a mystery
and it sneaks up on me
and scares the shit out of me
awake looking for a reason
it's not what I wanna do
with just a little break I could be sleeping
By the time it gets to me
it's on it's own
with no way to figure out where it's coming from
it's such a mystery
and this shit beats on me
it beats on everybody
And I'm pissed that I'm awake looking for a reason
it's not what I wanna do
with just a little break I could be sleeping
It's all news to me
all of this is news to me
cause now we're on our own
it's the last place left to go
strange as we will ever know
The Draft's song "Not What I Wanna Do" is an emotional representation of the songwriter's experience with anxiety and the stress it can cause. The lyrics beautifully capture the unpredictability and mystery of anxiety and the frustration of not being able to control it. The first verse sets the stage for the overall message of the song. The phrase "armed to the teeth" refers to the coping mechanisms we use to hide our struggles from those around us, which ultimately ends up making us feel more scared and alone. The chorus is a striking reflection of how one might feel when anxiety keeps them up at night. It's a desperate plea for a break, for some peace and quiet, but there seems to be no end in sight.
The second verse delves deeper into the feeling of isolation that often comes with anxiety. The phrase "it's on its own" refers to the thoughts and emotions that seem to have a life of their own, and we are simply caught in the middle of them, unable to make any sense of it. The lyric "strange as we will ever know" further emphasizes the mystery and confusion that comes with anxiety.
Line by Line Meaning
Now it's coming back again
The feeling or situation that I thought I was done with is returning.
and I should've known
I realize that the recurrence of this feeling or situation was predictable and my failure to anticipate it is frustrating.
cause I'm home and on my own
I am in my familiar environment and responsible for myself.
(but armed to the teeth)
I am ready to deal with this feeling or situation and won't be caught off guard again.
and it's all a mystery
I don't understand why this is happening again.
and it sneaks up on me
I am caught unaware by this feeling or situation.
and scares the shit out of me
The return of this feeling or situation is frightening and unsettling.
And I'm pissed that I'm awake looking for a reason
I am frustrated that I am unable to sleep and am trying to find a logical explanation for what is happening.
it's not what I wanna do
I do not want to be awake and searching for answers.
with just a little break I could be sleeping
If I could just relax and calm down, I could get some much-needed rest.
By the time it gets to me
This feeling or situation has become detached from its source and is affecting me independently.
it's on it's own
This feeling or situation is no longer connected to its origin or explanation.
with no way to figure out where it's coming from
I am unable to trace the cause of this feeling or situation.
it's such a mystery
This feeling or situation is still inexplicable and confusing.
and this shit beats on me
This feeling or situation is continuing to affect me negatively and aggressively.
it beats on everybody
This feeling or situation is not unique to me and affects everyone in some way.
It's all news to me
This feeling or situation is new and unexpected.
all of this is news to me
This is a completely novel and unfamiliar experience for me.
cause now we're on our own
There is no external support or guidance available for dealing with this feeling or situation.
it's the last place left to go
There are no other options or avenues for addressing this issue.
strange as we will ever know
This situation is inexplicable and will never be fully understood.
Contributed by Julia P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.