The Drums were formed in late 2006. Relocating to New York, The Drums added former Elkland guitarist Adam Kessler on second guitar and NYC born drummer Connor Hanwick (formerly of lo-fi teen pop duo Cape of No Hope) to the line up and set up a month long residency at a small club on the lower east side of Manhattan. They released their debut single Let's Go Surfing on on 15 September 2009, which the Let's Go Surfing Songfacts reports was inspired by Barack Obama's victory in the 2008 presidential election.
In September 2010, guitarist Adam Kessler left the band, Followed by Connor Hanwick in 2012 and Jacob Graham in 2016.
Jonny Pierce is the only remaining member.
2) The Drums is an American experimental band from San Francisco featuring John Dwyer (of Coachwhips, Pink & Brown, Thee Oh Sees) on drums and Anthony Petrovic (Ezee Tiger, Gay Barbarians) on drums.
Bell Laboratories
The Drums Lyrics
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Get back in the car, get back in the car
Better run so far
Get back in the car, get back in the car
Get back in the car, get back in the car
Better run so far
Better run so
Better run so far
Better run so far
Get back in the car, get back in the car
Get back in the car, get back in the car
Better run so far
Get back in the car, get back in the car
Get back in the car, get back in the car
Better run so far
The lyrics of The Drums' song Bell Laboratories seem very repetitive and simple at first glance, but upon closer inspection, they portray a sense of urgency and desperation. The repeated plea to "get back in the car" suggests a need to escape from something, a sense of danger or impending doom. This urgency is emphasized by the phrase "better run so far," which implies that staying in one place would be dangerous. Overall, the lyrics create a feeling of panic and a need to escape from something, leaving the listener wondering what exactly the urgency is about.
The song's meaning can be interpreted in different ways, depending on the listener's perspective. Some may relate it to the feeling of being trapped in a toxic relationship or job, while others may connect it to the current state of the world and the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite the ambiguity of the lyrics, the way they are delivered through the band's signature surf-rock style and Jonathan Pierce's unique vocals makes for a catchy, energetic song that leaves a lasting impression.
Line by Line Meaning
Get back in the car, get back in the car
The singer is urging someone to return to the safety of their vehicle for protection
Better run so far
The singer believes that they are in danger and the only solution is to quickly escape the area
Better run so
Reasserting the previous statement - the only option is to run and keep running
Better run so far
Reiterating the urgent need to flee the current situation
Get back in the car, get back in the car
Repeating the command to return to the safety of the vehicle
Get back in the car, get back in the car
Emphasizing the importance of getting back in the car for protection
Better run so far
Continuing to stress the need to escape the dangerous situation by running away
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JACOB GRAHAM, JONATHAN ANDREW PIERCE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@gemini1926
I don’t know why people don’t like this album so much. I think this song is amazing and i can’t get the ring of it out of my head
@sajadabrisbon2315
so haunting i love it. i always forget how good this song is.
@brayangarcia6466
Black people listen to the drums????
@Zessionn
Brayan Garcia lol
@lamarkendrick1723
@@brayangarcia6466 LMAO
@wifislilpeach
This song was amazing live
@salvadorsolis6180
So eerie!!!!
@Justinmeatybonds
One of my favz on the album >:)
@fredikennethramirezperez213
Me hubiera gustado una version mas larga de esta cancion
@nandafox34
hermetic song, I Like this!