The band slightly evolved away from their raw early sound with their third album, We Kill Computers, and with their 2011 release, Unpersons. Their next two offerings, 2014's Do Not Engage and 2016's Positive Thinking, found them expanding their sound even further with psychedelic rock and rockabilly influences. Both members cite literature and film as huge inspiration for much of their songwriting, especially science fiction and horror genres. These inpirations are also present in their highly stylized music videos, which are often violent and visually striking homages to beloved sci-fi films.
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Error
The Pack A.D. Lyrics
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Lately, I've got no energy
Now they're recommending counselors and medications
From the corner pharmacy
Everybody's asking me what's wrong
In the living room from dawn to dawn
Have a cigarette 'cause nothing's on
No, I'm not doing my best, kind of fragile and depressed
I cannot even bring myself to get dressed
And I wish I could correct complications in my head
I've tried every little dose they recommend
There's an error in me, da da da da
There's an error in me, da da da da
I wanted to be good, but I was met with complications
Yeah, I got lost along the way
My mother, she called me to express all her frustrations
I watch pornography all day
Everybody's asking me what's wrong
Lying in a blue haze on the lawn
Took a little more than I should in the garage
No, I'm not doing my best, kind of fragile and depressed
I cannot even bring myself to get dressed
And I wish I could correct complications in my head
I've tried every little dose they recommend
There's an error in me, da da da da
There's an error in me, da da da da
There's never enough medicine
Some bastards said I'd never win
I'll lay alone busy doing nothing
There's never enough medicine
I struggle to wake up again
I'll stay alone busy doing nothing
No, I'm not doing my best, kind of fragile and depressed
I cannot even bring myself to get dressed
And I wish I could correct complications in my head
I've tried every little dose they recommend
There's an error in me, da da da da
There's an error in me, da da da da
Da da da da, da da da da
The lyrics of "Error" by The Pack A.D. delve into the singer's struggle with meeting societal expectations and dealing with mental health issues. The song starts with the singer expressing apologies for not living up to everyone's standards and feeling drained of energy. They mention counselors and medications being recommended, indicating that they are seeking help for their mental state. However, they feel overwhelmed by the pressure to conform and the constant questioning of what's wrong with them.
The singer reveals their fragility and depression, confessing that they can't even find the motivation to get dressed. They have tried various doses of medication but haven't found a solution for the complications in their head. The repetition of "there's an error in me" emphasizes their feeling of being flawed or broken.
The second verse highlights the singer's realization that they have faced complications and become lost in their journey towards being good. They mention their mother expressing frustration, possibly suggesting strained relationships or a lack of understanding. The mention of watching pornography all day indicates a disconnect from reality and a means of escaping their problems.
The chorus repeats the feelings of fragility and depression, emphasizing the singer's struggles and their wish to find a solution to their mental state. The repetition of "da da da da" serves as an embodiment of the incomprehensible nature of their inner turmoil.
Overall, "Error" paints a vivid picture of someone battling with personal demons, trying to fit into society's expectations, searching for answers, and feeling overwhelmed by their own internal flaws.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm sorry I couldn't meet all of their expectations
Apologizing for not being able to fulfill everyone's expectations
Lately, I've got no energy
Recently, I have been lacking energy
Now they're recommending counselors and medications
Now they are suggesting therapy and medication
From the corner pharmacy
Purchased from the nearby pharmacy
Everybody's asking me what's wrong
Everyone is inquiring about my well-being
In the living room from dawn to dawn
Spending extended periods of time in the living room
Have a cigarette 'cause nothing's on
Smoking a cigarette due to a lack of interesting things
No, I'm not doing my best, kind of fragile and depressed
No, I am not giving my utmost effort, feeling vulnerable and sad
I cannot even bring myself to get dressed
I struggle to motivate myself to put on clothes
And I wish I could correct complications in my head
I desire to resolve the issues in my mind
I've tried every little dose they recommend
I have attempted every dosage they advise
There's an error in me, da da da da
There is a flaw or mistake within me
I wanted to be good, but I was met with complications
I desired to be virtuous, but encountered obstacles
Yeah, I got lost along the way
Yes, I became confused or disoriented during the journey
My mother, she called me to express all her frustrations
My mother called me to vent her frustrations
I watch pornography all day
I spend my days watching pornography
Took a little more than I should in the garage
Consumed more than the recommended amount in the garage
There's never enough medicine
There is always a shortage of medication
Some bastards said I'd never win
Certain individuals claimed I would never succeed
I'll lay alone busy doing nothing
I will remain solitary, occupied with unproductive activities
I struggle to wake up again
I find it difficult to awaken once more
I'll stay alone busy doing nothing
I will continue to be alone, occupied with unproductive activities
Da da da da, da da da da
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Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: Josh Abraham, Ryland Blackinton, Nico Hartikainen, Mike Crossey, Kara Lane, Christopher Michael Perry, Chris Rabba
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