Although some of the band’s songs come off as a bit morose in their lyrics, such as in “The Last Song” where Nick Esposito sings “You sleep with your heart broken / Both eyes shut and no words spoken.” These lyrics normally come off as the beginning of a bad Good Charlotte song, but due to the electronic glitches and the dancey rhythms, it’s hard to feel sad when the music feels so good.
This is where the band’s greatest strength comes into play: every single song on the album feels good; you can’t help but smile, or feel like singing along to the catchy sounds the record presents. This band has created the best summer-listening album possible, where every song makes you feel upbeat, and doesn’t let you feel like coming down. Something also impressive about the album is the quality of production: even though it was a self-produced album, Making a Scene sounds as if it was done in a large professional studio paid for by a major label.
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Distance
The Title Lyrics
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i'm hoping i'll impress you
i wrote you from the heart
i'm not trying to undress you
and though we're miles apart
i will always try my best to
be close to where you are
so that you can find some rest with me
stay here tonight
just stay by my side
i don't care if it's right
all i know is i want you here tonight
if you can't that's alright
but i just won't sleep well tonight
when you're by my side
everything else feels like it will be fine
i can't honestly predict
what we'd do without the weekend
not waking up to smiles
both entangled in the sheets and
although we take our time
i will always dread the leaving
and all that's on my mind
is the thought i should be keeping you here
The Title's song Distance is a song about distance and longing for someone. The singer of the song is hoping to impress the person they are singing to, but not in the traditional way of trying to seduce them. Instead, they want to impress them with their sincerity and honesty. The lyrics convey a sense of yearning and desire for this person, despite the fact that they are miles apart. The singer is willing to do whatever it takes to be close to this person and provide them with comfort and rest.
The chorus emphasizes the singer's desire to have this person by their side, even though it may not be the right thing to do. The feeling of wanting to be with someone overrides any sense of rationality or logic. The singer acknowledges that it's okay if this person cannot be with them, but the thought of not having them by their side makes it difficult for them to sleep. The lyrics paint a picture of a deep and intense connection between two people who are physically separated.
Overall, Distance is a poignant and emotional song about the difficulties of long-distance relationships and the overwhelming desire to be with someone you love. The lyrics are relatable and heartfelt, and the simple melody and guitar accompaniment make it even more powerful.
Line by Line Meaning
i can honestly admit that
I am being truthful when I say
i'm hoping i'll impress you
I have a desire to make a good impression on you
i wrote you from the heart
I wrote to you with sincerity and honesty
i'm not trying to undress you
My intention is not to make you feel uncomfortable or expose you in any way
and though we're miles apart
Despite the distance between us
i will always try my best to
I promise to always make an effort to
be close to where you are
Be as close to you as possible
so that you can find some rest with me
So that you can feel at peace and comfortable in my presence
stay here tonight
Remain with me tonight
just stay by my side
Stay close to me
i don't care if it's right
I am willing to disregard what is considered socially acceptable or expected
all i know is i want you here tonight
My only desire is to have you with me tonight
if you can't that's alright
If you are unable to, that is okay
but i just won't sleep well tonight
I will have difficulty sleeping without you
when you're by my side
When you are near me
everything else feels like it will be fine
I feel reassured and confident about everything else in my life
i can't honestly predict
I am unable to accurately anticipate
what we'd do without the weekend
What our plans would be if we didn't have the weekend
not waking up to smiles
Not starting the day off positively
both entangled in the sheets and
Wrapped up in the bed covers together
although we take our time
Despite taking things slow
i will always dread the leaving
I will always feel anxious about the separation
and all that's on my mind
The only thing I can think about
is the thought i should be keeping you here
Is the idea that I should be making sure you stay with me
Contributed by Kennedy D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@CaptainJonC
Love this song and "Driving." Reminds me of the long distance relationship back in the day.
@SchubaSpins
This band is tremendous and needs more attention.
@andysuarez8062
Brady and MLIC brought me here