1. The Thr… Read Full Bio ↴There has been more than one artist known as The Thrills.
1. The Thrills are an Irish indie rock band, formed in 2001 in Dublin. The band is made up of lead vocalist Conor Deasy, guitarist Daniel Ryan, bass player Padraic McMahon, pianist Kevin Horan and drummer Ben Carrigan.
Their big break came with their debut album So Much for the City (2003) which became an Irish number one. The five members spent a month on vacation in San Diego where they wrote several of the tracks for the album such as One Horse Town. The band have since recorded two further albums Let's Bottle Bohemia (2004) and Teenager (2007).
The band often cites Neil Young, The Beach Boys and The Monkees as its main inspirations. The band took part in the Band Aid 20 charity assemble in 2004.
2. The Thrills was a punk band that formed in Boston in 1977. During the first wave of punk, they were one of Boston's most popular bands, in large part due to singer Barb Kitson's commanding voice and punky-starlet looks. They changed names in 1980 due to a name conflict, and went on to release the City Thrills EP in 1981.
3. The Thrills were a soul 'girl group' of the 1960s, who released a string of singles for Capitol Records in 1966.
Car Crash
The Thrills Lyrics
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Baby tell me it ain't true
'cause if I look like a car crash
I don't know what the hell I'd do
Everybody tells me I'm out of my mind
Just because I say
Baby, oh baby
Do I look like a car crash
Tell me baby it ain't true
'cause if I look like a car crash
I don't know what the hell I'd do
Everybody tells me I'm out of my mind
Just because I say
Baby, oh baby
Don't change
'cause if you laugh too hard
The joke is on you
You girl,
You
Everybody tells me I'm out of my mind
Just because I say
Baby, oh baby
Don't change
The lyrics to The Thrills' song "Car Crash" express a sense of anxiety and insecurity concerning one's appearance and relationships. The title itself is a metaphor for the singer's self-doubt, as they question whether or not they come across as a chaotic mess just like a car crash. The repeated phrase "Baby, oh baby, don't change" highlights the singer's desperation for reassurance from their significant other that they are loved and accepted for who they are, imperfections and all. The line "if you laugh too hard, the joke is on you" implies that if the listener dares to judge or mock the singer's insecurities, it would only expose their own vulnerabilities and shortcomings.
The song's somber yet catchy melody complements the introspective message of the lyrics. The lead vocalist's voice adds a sense of urgency and sincerity, further emphasizing the emotional rawness of the song. The repetition of the chorus creates a hypnotic effect, as if the singer is trying to convince themselves to believe in their own self-worth. Overall, "Car Crash" is a relatable meditation on the struggle to maintain self-confidence and healthy relationships in the face of self-doubt.
Line by Line Meaning
Do I look like a car crash
Asking if my appearance is in such an ugly state that it resembles a car crash
Baby tell me it ain't true
Requesting reassurance from a loved one; hoping they’ll tell me that I’m not as bad off as I think
'cause if I look like a car crash
Expressing the fear and uncertainty of what it would mean if my appearance is in fact similar to a car crash
I don't know what the hell I'd do
Expressing the feeling of hopelessness; not knowing how to cope or what to do
Everybody tells me I'm out of my mind
Acknowledge of the criticism I receive from others who think I’ve lost my head
Just because I say
Acknowledging that my thoughts and opinions might be considered abnormal among others
Baby, oh baby
Addressing a loved one, hoping to convey that they are important in my life
Don't change
Requesting someone to remain the same despite my own insecurities
'cause if you laugh too hard
Acknowledging that I might not be the only one in need of reassurance; pointing out the vulnerability of others as well
The joke is on you
Suggesting that someone else could be the center of a joke or ridicule, rather than myself
You girl, you
Addressing a particular individual, attempting to comfort or reassure them as well
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