Becca Popkin(bass, vocals)
William Mohl… Read Full Bio ↴Neil Popkin(vocals, guitar)
Becca Popkin(bass, vocals)
William Mohler(drums)
Matt Bennett (guitar)
War Tapes, a Los Angeles 4-piece, successfully creates epic anthems of angst, blending the attitude and edge of today's post-hard-core scene with an appealing nod to 80's new-wave and post-punk. All the while, War Tapes demonstrates a knack for creating huge hooks and sing-a-long choruses. The most notable of these being "my mind is ugly" a self published debute EP.
A band described by critics as a cross between Interpol, AFI and The Cure, they have supported The Bravery, Tiger Army, The Unseen and The Smashing Pumpkins on tour.
War Tapes were formed in Downtown, LA in 2004
www.myspace.com/wartapes
Fast Lane
War Tapes Lyrics
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Seem longer than before
Alone on the moon or alone in my room
I saw a field of glass
Through a telescopic mass
It con-caved my heart
You pulled my life apart
Or even compromise
Your vicious demise
You counter clockwise inside
Aren't you a little scared of never getting there
You've got your whole life
But the clocks ticking fast
On the Zodiac Road
I'll drive you home
We'll go where we go
And we'll know what we know
I'll take you down
I'll take you down
The PCH, the Interstate
The long way home
And all the tunes,
All the tunes
I'm not listening
On the zodiac road
I'll drive you home
We'll go where we go
And we'll know what we know
The lyrics of "Fast Lane" by War Tapes touch upon themes of isolation, reflection, and mortality. The opening lines suggest a sense of detachment and distance from the world - "light years in my car seem longer than before." This feeling is further emphasized as the singer describes observing a "field of glass" through a telescope, which "con-caved my heart." The use of space imagery adds to the feeling of loneliness and insignificance in the face of vastness. The second stanza calls out a person who is living recklessly or without direction, giving the impression that the singer is reflecting on their own life and the choices they have made.
When the chorus hits, the singer shifts to a more assertive tone. They offer to "take you down" on a journey that encompasses various highways and roads, including the historic Pacific Coast Highway. The repetition of "on the Zodiac Road, I'll drive you home" builds a sense of urgency and companionship, as if the singer is trying to make the most out of their time with someone before it's too late. The final lines - "We'll go where we go / And we'll know what we know" - suggest an acceptance of fate and the limitations of human knowledge.
Overall, "Fast Lane" offers a poignant meditation on the ephemeral nature of life and the importance of cherishing the moments we have. The sense of melancholy and longing is tempered by a commitment to taking action and making the most of the time we have.
Line by Line Meaning
Light years in my car
Traveling through space and time in my vehicle
Seem longer than before
Feels like an eternity rather than a short period of time
Alone on the moon or alone in my room
Whether it's a physical or emotional distance, being alone can be a difficult place
I saw a field of glass
Imagining a fragile and delicate terrain
Through a telescopic mass
Viewing something far away, yet in great detail
It con-caved my heart
The sight of something unexpected, altered my emotional state
You pulled my life apart
You were the one who broke my heart and turned my world upside down
Do you realize
Are you aware of the consequences of your actions
Or even compromise
Are you willing to negotiate and find common ground
Your vicious demise
Your destructive end that you're creating for yourself
You counter clockwise inside
Your negative thoughts and actions are leading you in the wrong direction
Aren't you a little scared of never getting there
Aren't you afraid of not reaching your desired destination or goals
You've got your whole life
You have your entire future ahead of you
But the clocks ticking fast
However, time is running out
On the Zodiac Road
On a journey that's out of this world
I'll drive you home
I'll be your guide and take you where you need to be
We'll go where we go
Our path is uncertain, but we'll take it together
And we'll know what we know
Our journey will lead us to the knowledge we need
I'll take you down
I'll take you on a journey that's intense and emotional
The PCH, the Interstate
We'll travel on different roads and paths, and see different sights
The long way home
Even though the journey is long and uncertain, we'll find our way back
And all the tunes
The music we listen to can be our guiding light during tough times
I'm not listening
I'm not letting distractions hold me back from reaching my goals
Contributed by Annabelle P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.