Taxi
WAAO Lyrics
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Jar is full of change
Atlas in my brain
It's so out of date
You're my taxi
Backseat baby distract me
All night
You're my taxi
All night
The lyrics to "Taxi" by WAAO showcase a sense of weariness and dependence on a significant other or friend. The lyrics "Friends won't stay up late, jar is full of change" suggest a feeling of being alone and lacking companionship. The "Atlas in my brain" also implies a heavy weight or burden that the singer is carrying. However, the singer finds comfort in the presence of their partner, who is compared to a taxi, providing them with a sense of direction and escape.
The repetition of "Backseat baby distract me all night" reinforces this theme of seeking solace in another person, with the singer turning to their partner for distraction and respite from their troubles. The song's melancholic tone with its stripped down acoustic guitar and soft vocal delivery amplify the feeling of emotional exhaustion.
Line by Line Meaning
Friends won't stay up late
My friends aren't willing to stay up late with me, so I have to find something else to do in the nighttime.
Jar is full of change
I have some spare cash in my jar that I'm willing to spend on a taxi ride.
Atlas in my brain
My thoughts and ideas are vast and expansive like the size of Atlas, a giant in Greek mythology.
It's so out of date
My mind feels outdated and hasn't been refreshed with new experiences for a while.
You're my taxi
You're the one who can take me away from my current state of mind and into a new adventure.
Backseat baby distract me
I want to be completely immersed in this new journey, so I need someone who can distract me from any negative thoughts or distractions.
All night
This journey could last all night, and I'm ready for it.
You're my taxi
Once again, you're the one who can take me to a place where I can forget about my troubles.
Backseat baby distract me
I need you to keep me entertained and occupied while we travel to this new destination.
All night
This escapade could go on for hours, and I wouldn't mind at all.
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Written by: Atticus Deeny, Ian Brenner-Simpson
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