Theory of a Deadman's fourth studio album, The Truth Is.. was released on July 12, 2011. The Truth Is... (I Lied About Everything) Songfacts reports it was inspired by the divorce that Tyler Connolly went through in 2010.
Current bandmembers:
Tyler Connolly – lead vocals, lead guitar (2001–present)
Dave Brenner – rhythm guitar (2001–present)
Dean Back – bass (2001–present)
Joey Dandeneau – drums (2009–present)
Former members
Tim Hart – drums (2001–2004)
Brent Fitz – drums (2004–2007)
Robin Diaz – drums (2007–2009)
Discography
Theory of a Deadman (2002)
Gasoline (2005)
Scars & Souvenirs (2008)
The Truth Is.. (2011)
Savages (2014)
Wake Up Call (2017)
Say Nothing (2020)
Got It Made
Theory of a Deadman Lyrics
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Just grab a quick change of clothes
You ask where we're going now honey
Well I'd tell you but nobody knows
So sneak out the back door
'Cause you know they'll try to make you stay
Make sure you've got a seat belt on
Were having the best time, living the fast life
Thinking were just too damn young to die
Can't wait for next time to see all the bright lights
To see it all
Driving the fast lane out on the freeway
Tell us to slow down, start the car chase
As long as we've got each other we've got it made
We've got it, we've got it, we've got it made
Pulled over on the side to the road
Going skinny dippin' in the dark
Musta left the radio on
We had to push the car to get it to start
Cruisin' down on the sunset bend
Went racin' on almond drive
Then we stopped on the top of the world
Oh I never felt so alive
Were having the best time, living the fast life
Thinking were just too damn young to die
Can't wait for next time to see all the bright lights
To see it all
Driving the fast lane out on the freeway
Tell us to slow down, start the car chase
As long as we've got each other we've got it made
We've got it, we've got it, we've got it made
Now we're running on empty
We've got no place to go
We've been sleeping in the backseat
Just waiting for the sun to show
Blowing cash, tape deck's broke
Thinking I'm heading home
But I can tell by the smile on your face
We still got miles to go
Were having the best time, living the fast life
Thinking were just too damn young to die
Can't wait for next time to see all the bright lights
To see it all
Driving the fast lane out on the freeway
Tell us to slow down, start the car chase
As long as we've got each other we've got it made
We've got it, we've got it, we've got it made
We've got it, we've got it, we've got it made
We've got it, we've got it, we've got it made
The lyrics to Theory of a Deadman's song "Got It Made" depict a wild and carefree road trip, without any clear destination. The singer appears to be on a spontaneous journey with their significant other, living in the moment and enjoying the freedom of the open road. The lyrics suggest that they might be running away from something, perhaps from the monotony of their daily lives. They emphasize the temporary nature of their journey, implying that they are fully aware of the fact that this experience will not last forever.
The song reflects the typical teenage/young adult fantasy of running away, cutting ties with the past, and living life on their own terms. It encapsulates the essences of a road trip, offering a thrill of adventure and the exploration of the unknown. The tone is celebratory and the lyrics evoke a sense of liberation, joy, and youthful rebellion.
Overall, the lyrics to "Got It Made" are symbolic of the desire to break free from the mundane, embrace spontaneity, and make unforgettable memories along the way.
Line by Line Meaning
No time for a suitcase
We're living a spontaneous life and have no need for material possessions.
Just grab a quick change of clothes
We value experiences over material possessions.
You ask where we're going now honey
Our journey is unpredictable and we don't always know where we're headed.
Well I'd tell you but nobody knows
Our journey is entirely unpredictable and we're at the whim of fate.
So sneak out the back door
We're trying not to get caught up in mundane life.
'Cause you know they'll try to make you stay
Society wants us to conform to its expectations.
Make sure you've got a seat belt on
We value safety while living life to the fullest.
'Cause were headed for the interstate
We're on a journey to explore new places and experiences.
Were having the best time, living the fast life
We're enjoying our adventurous lifestyle.
Thinking were just too damn young to die
We feel invincible and believe that we still have so much life to live.
Can't wait for next time to see all the bright lights
We're excited for the next adventure on our journey.
To see it all
We want to experience every adventure possible.
Driving the fast lane out on the freeway
We live life on the edge and take risks to experience more.
Tell us to slow down, start the car chase
We're not interested in slowing down, we want more adventure.
As long as we've got each other we've got it made
We don't need material possessions or society's approval, we have each other and that's all we need.
Pulled over on the side to the road
We sometimes stop in unexpected places to explore and have fun.
Going skinny dippin' in the dark
We like to take risks and have fun, even if it's unconventional.
Musta left the radio on
We often forget about our responsibilities and enjoy the moment.
We had to push the car to get it to start
We're not afraid of hard work, especially if it means continuing our journey.
Cruisin' down on the sunset bend
We appreciate the beauty of life and nature around us.
Went racin' on almond drive
We enjoy taking risks and living life to the fullest.
Then we stopped on the top of the world
We achieve great heights and experiences on our journey.
Oh I never felt so alive
We feel the most alive when we're on our adventurous journey.
Now we're running on empty
We've exhausted ourselves on our journey and need to slow down.
We've got no place to go
We don't have a clear direction or plan for our next adventure.
We've been sleeping in the backseat
We're not afraid to sacrifice comfort and convenience for adventure.
Just waiting for the sun to show
We're hopeful for the next adventure and excited to see what's to come.
Blowing cash, tape deck's broke
We're not concerned with material possessions, we spend money on experiences instead.
Thinking I'm heading home
We sometimes question if it's time to settle down and end our journey.
But I can tell by the smile on your face
We're reminded that the journey is more important than the destination.
We still got miles to go
Our journey is far from over and we have so much left to experience.
We've got it, we've got it, we've got it made
We know that as long as we have each other, we'll always have a fulfilling and adventurous life.
We've got it, we've got it, we've got it made
Reiterating that our adventurous and spontaneous lifestyle is fulfilling and doesn't require material possessions or society's approval.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DAVID BRENNER, DAVID J. BRENNER, DEAN BACK, DEAN HENNING BACK, TYLER CONNOLLY, TYLER PATRICK CONNOLLY
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