First and foremost, Transmatic showcases frontman Joey Fingers perceptive take on the fragility of human relationships. He loads his songs with multiple meanings, keeping the personal details veiled under layers of sharp metaphors. Although the Indianapolis foursome prefers to let listeners take their own meanings from these songs. Even as the lyrics take on the world with a healthy grain of salt, Baldauf, bassist Andy Carrell and drummer Kirk Fredrickson never allow the music to get dragged down by the darker side of cynicism. They compliment Fingers acute storytelling with soaring songs that build on one catchy riff after another.
Transmatic was produced by Neal Avron (Fall Out Boy, Yellowcard, Everclear), in a process that deeply affected the band members.
Impossible
Transmatic Lyrics
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It's a shame, don't ever change.
It's impossible, I know.
Life is short enough
Are you feeling lonely?
Cause you just want to spend your time
With someone that can read your mind.
And there are no postcards
When you're floating out this far
And for the last time, I want to feel something.
What you say and what you mean
Are different things, like a wave on the ocean.
[Chorus]
Wash away the old divide, it's impossible, I know
And some things you can't revive
Don't know where to go, only need to feel something
Where would you be now if I didn't try to break you out?
It'd be the same page, in the same cage.
Remember all that fear?
Why'd you ever bring me here
If you were gonna change?
I would've stayed away.
What you say and what you mean
Are different things, like a wave on the ocean.
[Chorus]
Give me one more night, so I can show you I
Swear I know what you're thinking.
I just wish I knew what you were thinking
Don't know where to go
Only need to feel something.
The song "Impossible" by Transmatic is a melancholic rock ballad that speaks of the complexity and difficulty of human relationships. The lyrics describe a situation where the singer is trying to understand the actions of a lover who has changed in some way. The singer is torn between accepting the changes and trying to reverse them. The chorus "Wash away the old divide, it's impossible, I know" emphasizes that the singer understands that the gap between them and their lover is too large to bridge. The lines "What you say and what you mean, Are different things, like a wave on the ocean" suggest that the lover's words and actions are hard to interpret and cause confusion, much like the ever-changing waves of the ocean.
The song's verses are introspective and contemplative, with the singer acknowledging that life is short and that they want to spend it with someone who can understand and empathize with them. The lines "And for the last time, I want to feel something" express the singer's desire to feel an emotional connection with the lover one last time, even though it seems impossible. The song's melancholic melody and wistful lyrics create a somber but beautiful picture of the complexities of human emotions and relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
It's not your fault and no one's right
No one is solely to blame for the current situation.
It's a shame, don't ever change.
Despite the unfortunate circumstances, it's important to remain true to oneself.
It's impossible, I know.
Acknowledging the difficulty of the situation without giving up hope.
Life is short enough
Time is limited and valuable.
Are you feeling lonely?
Asking if the listener is experiencing feelings of isolation.
Cause you just want to spend your time
With someone that can read your mind.
Expressing a desire for a deeper emotional connection with another person.
And there are no postcards
When you're floating out this far
Metaphorical representation of feeling lost and disconnected from others.
And for the last time, I want to feel something.
Yearning for emotional stimulation and a meaningful experience.
What you say and what you mean
Are different things, like a wave on the ocean.
Highlighting the difficulty in accurately expressing oneself.
Wash away the old divide, it's impossible, I know
And some things you can't revive
Recognizing that some relationships cannot be restored, even though it is difficult to accept.
Don't know where to go, only need to feel something
Searching for purpose and fulfillment in life.
Where would you be now if I didn't try to break you out?
It'd be the same page, in the same cage.
Reflecting on how one's actions can change the course of life.
Remember all that fear?
Why'd you ever bring me here
If you were gonna change?
I would've stayed away.
Feeling betrayed and unsure of one's position in a changed relationship.
Give me one more night, so I can show you I
Swear I know what you're thinking.
I just wish I knew what you were thinking
Desire to better understand and connect with the other person.
Don't know where to go
Only need to feel something.
Reiterating the need for emotional fulfillment and meaning in life.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ANDREW DAVID CARRELL, JOSEPH WADE MONTGOMERY
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@aaronasmus8984
I wish I could find the guitar tablature for this song. It is the best one they made in my opinion,and I only found it by watching a b movie called sol good. It was pretty damn funny for a b movie. Eat the kibble!!
@Tanfo77
Please, have this album in spotify
@SkroggMonster
Yes! This song is Amazing. The Band was Amazing. Bart
@BeautifulLivingArt
I loved this band! Too bad they don't have this album on iTunes. :( Thanks so much for posting!!
@orpheuskurepa
good song ..i like the song of the electro acoustic guitar... from buenos aires El Kurepa
@uconn5588
Thank you so much for uploading this.
@TWANGBANGER13
@BeautifulLivingArt We're working at getting these up at iTunes, Amazon, etc. Glad you enjoy the songs :) AC
@Muuzikk123
This is was and is still my favorite song you guys did. Not sure if any of you remember me but my mom dated Kirk when you guys made this cd and were doing big things. Her name is Shanyn and I'm her daughter, Sasha. Love your music...
@Kathrineberg
Zack and Fingers have some new material together under the name "Tiny Flowers" Nice EP that you can hear on Facebook. I've been listening to it a lot.
@TWANGBANGER13
@BeautifulLivingArt We're working at getting these up at iTunes, Amazon, etc. Glad you enjoy the songs :) AC