One More Try
The Drivers Lyrics


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In the dark
No stars
So I missed the mark
Fill the void
With white noise
I have no choice
My sorrows rise like a tidal wave
'Cause the sands of time have run dry
If tonight is all that we have left
Before you say goodbye
Give me one more day
To say all I wanna say
Watch me sink so low
While I sing solo
While I sing solo
Turned my back
On the past
Memories too bright
They burned my eyes
Oh the dying light
Drained my will to fight
Tensions run high as the Empire State
Got one thing on my mind
If tonight is all that we have left
Before you say goodbye
Give me one more day
To say all I wanna say
Watch me sink so low
While I sing solo
While I sing solo
Before I lose all that I know
My last request
Before you go
Give me one more day
To say all I wanna say
Watch me sink so low
While I sing
Give me one more day
To say all I wanna say
Watch me sink so low
While I sing solo
Mmmm oh oh oh
Whoa oh oh




Whoa oh oh
Whoa oh oh

Overall Meaning

The opening lines of the song set a somber and desolate tone as the singer describes being in darkness with no stars, symbolizing a lack of guidance or hope. The mention of "missing the mark" suggests a sense of failure or missed opportunities. The line "Fill the void with white noise, I have no choice" speaks to the idea of distracting oneself from pain or emptiness with meaningless distractions, highlighting a sense of helplessness in the face of overwhelming emotions.


As the lyrics progress, the singer reflects on past mistakes and regrets, painting a picture of inner turmoil and unresolved emotions. The imagery of sorrows rising like a tidal wave and the sands of time running dry evoke feelings of impending loss and the passage of time slipping away. The urgency in the plea for "one more day to say all I wanna say" before a potential goodbye emphasizes the theme of seizing the moment and expressing one's true feelings before it's too late.


The reference to turning away from the past and memories that are too bright and painful suggests a desire to escape or forget the past, as it has drained the will to keep fighting. The tension described as running high, paired with the singular focus on a possible goodbye, creates a sense of impending finality. The repeated refrain of "Watch me sink so low, while I sing solo" captures a sense of loneliness and vulnerability, as the singer grapples with their inner turmoil and emotional struggles alone.


The culmination of the song's emotional plea comes in the form of a last request for one more day to express all that needs to be said before the inevitable departure. The repeated refrain of "Give me one more day to say all I wanna say" underscores the significance of communication and emotional catharsis. The closing lines, accompanied by vocalizations of deep emotion, convey a sense of raw vulnerability and a yearning for connection amidst the pain and uncertainty. Overall, "One More Try" by The Drivers delves into themes of regret, loss, and the urgent need for honest communication and emotional release before it's too late.


Line by Line Meaning

In the dark
Lost in confusion and uncertainty


No stars
No guidance or clarity


So I missed the mark
Failed to achieve what I aimed for


Fill the void
Trying to fill the emptiness inside


With white noise
Distracting oneself with meaningless distractions


I have no choice
Feeling trapped and unable to change


My sorrows rise like a tidal wave
Emotions overwhelming and consuming


'Cause the sands of time have run dry
Time running out, feeling the pressure


If tonight is all that we have left
Realizing the limited time left


Before you say goodbye
Before losing someone close


Give me one more day
A plea for more time to express feelings


To say all I wanna say
To communicate openly and honestly


Watch me sink so low
Struggling and feeling defeated


While I sing solo
Facing inner struggles alone


Turned my back
Trying to move forward, leaving the past behind


On the past
On previous experiences and memories


Memories too bright
Painful memories that haunt


They burned my eyes
Causing emotional pain and discomfort


Oh the dying light
Symbolizing the end of hope or positivity


Drained my will to fight
Feeling exhausted and lacking motivation


Tensions run high as the Empire State
Feeling intense pressure and stress


Got one thing on my mind
Focus on a specific concern or desire


Before I lose all that I know
Before losing everything familiar and safe


My last request
Final plea for understanding or connection


Give me one more day
Desire for more time for closure


While I sing
Expressing emotions through music


Mmmm oh oh oh
Sound of emotional pain and longing


Whoa oh oh
Expressing intense emotions or distress




Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Aiden Driver

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