I'll Be There
lost.minds Lyrics
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You told me that you felt out of sorts
You phoned me to declare you felt like crashing that car
But I don't buy it
Car insurance
That shit ain't cheap
There's static on the radio and blood on my hands
A million channels nothing to hear
But you're still driving
Going nowhere
And going fast
White noise
Wherever you are
On that pixelated sliver of moon
You're tuning in
And zoning out
But I could never turn away now
Ooh, the circuitry's scarred
They've knocked the teeth right out of your croon
The city lives
The people die
You think you can avoid this design
You must be out of your goddamned mind
But I'll be there next time
If I could turn back time
Tell me what you need and I'll be there
I'll be everywhere
Tell me what you need and I'll be there
I'll be everywhere
Tell me what you need and I'll be there
I'll be everywhere
Tell me what you need and I'll be there
I'll be everywhere
In "I'll Be There," Lost.minds talks about a person who is struggling with depression and suicidal thoughts. The song starts with the motor hum, suggesting that the person is driving somewhere. The person contacts the singer and expresses their desire to crash their car, but the singer doesn't buy it, suggesting it's just a cry for help. The line "car insurance, that shit ain't cheap" also implies that the person may not actually want to cause an accident because of the financial consequences.
The song continues to describe the person's state of mind, with "static on the radio and blood on my hands" suggesting a feeling of chaos and guilt. The person is "going nowhere and going fast," which could imply that they feel stuck in their situation but also that they are moving towards a potentially dangerous outcome at a rapid pace. The "white noise" that the person is tuning into suggests a form of escapism.
Despite the person's struggles, the singer assures them that they will always be there to support them, with lines such as "tell me what you need and I'll be there, I'll be everywhere." The repeated chorus emphasizes this point and serves as a reminder that while the person may feel alone and hopeless, they are not truly alone.
Overall, "I'll Be There" is a poignant reminder of the importance of reaching out to those who may be struggling with mental health issues and being there for them through thick and thin.
Line by Line Meaning
I hear the motor hum, wherever you are
I'm aware of your presence even if you're far away
You told me that you felt out of sorts
You expressed feeling unwell or unsettled
You phoned me to declare you felt like crashing that car
You called me to confess having suicidal thoughts
But I don't buy it
I don't believe your negative self-talk
Car insurance
A reminder of the financial consequences of accidents
That shit ain't cheap
Expensive to insure yourself against potential accidents
There's static on the radio and blood on my hands
A chaotic, unsettling environment with a hint of guilt
A million channels nothing to hear
Every option feels bland and unfulfilling
Yeah I'll console you on that cloud where you land
I'll empathize with you even from a distance
But you're still driving
You're still moving forward despite your negative thoughts
Going nowhere
Feeling stuck or directionless
And going fast
Feeling overwhelmed or out of control
White noise
A feeling of emptiness or lack of meaning
On that pixelated sliver of moon
In a lonely, disconnected place
You're tuning in
You're trying to connect or find a sense of purpose
And zoning out
You're distracted or unresponsive
But I could never turn away now
I'll always be there for you, no matter what
Ooh, the circuitry's scarred
Your emotional wounds are deep and lasting
They've knocked the teeth right out of your croon
Your ability to express yourself is hindered or damaged
The city lives
The urban landscape continues on despite your struggles
The people die
People around you may be experiencing their own difficulties or even passing away
You think you can avoid this design
You believe you can escape the challenges of life
You must be out of your goddamned mind
That's an unrealistic or irrational belief
But I'll be there next time
I'll continue to offer my support and care
If I could turn back time
Expressing regret or wishing things were different
Tell me what you need and I'll be there
Asking for clarification on how to best support you
I'll be everywhere
Willingness to be present and supportive in any situation
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Conor Newton
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