"Fast car" is kind of a continuation of Bruce Springsteen's "Born to Run." It has all the clawing your way to a better life, but in this case the protagonist never makes it with her love; in fact she is dragged back down by him.
There is still an amazing amount of hope and will in the lyrics; and the lyrics themselve rank and easy five. If only music was stronger it would be one of those great radio songs that you hear once a week 20 years after it was released. The imagery is almost tear-jerking ("City lights lay out before us", "Speeds so fast felt like I was drunk"), and the idea of starting from nothing and just driving and working and denigrating yourself for a chance at being just above poverty, then losing in the end is just painful and inspiring at the same time.
Head down
Are we there yet?
And the drive always seems so much shorter the way home
Eyes wide open but barely awake
Do you think that it would have been better?
Do you think?
And maybe we would be asking the same thing
And on the other hand, maybe it wouldn't hurt to see a few different faces for a change
You know, so why don't you say so and slow down right now
'Cause we just stand here saying nothing
Going nowhere
So what do we know?
At a faster pace
It seemed more compelling
I guess that's what they sold us on
Is this what we wanted back when we started?
We're right back where we started
Is this what we wanted?
We're right back where we were
Are we there yet?
And the drive always seems so much shorter the way home
Eyes wide open but barely awake
Do you think that it would have been better?
Do you think?
And maybe we would be asking the same thing
And on the other hand, maybe it wouldn't hurt to see a few different faces for a change
You know, so why don't you say so and slow down right now
'Cause we just stand here saying nothing
Going nowhere
So what do we know?
At a faster pace
It seemed more compelling
I guess that's what they sold us on
Is this what we wanted back when we started?
We're right back where we started
Is this what we wanted?
We're right back where we were
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@[Diderik:33655] "Your a holiday!" Was a popular term used in the 50s/60s to compliment someone on their all around. For example, not only are they beautiful, but they are fun and kind too ... just an all around "holiday".
I think your first comment is closer to being accurate. The singer/song writers state "Millions of eyes can see, yet why am i so blind!? When the someone else is me, its unkind its unkind". I believe hes referring to the girl toying with him and using him. He wants something deeper with her, thats why he allows himself to be as a puppet (even though for her fun and games) as long as it makes her happy. But he knows deep down that she doesnt really want to be serious with him and thats what makes him.
Mountain Song
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Jane's Addiction vocalist Perry Farrell gives Adam Reader some heartfelt insight into Jane’s Addiction's hard rock manifesto "Mountain Song", which was the second single from their revolutionary album Nothing's Shocking. Mountain song was first recorded in 1986 and appeared on the soundtrack to the film Dudes starring Jon Cryer. The version on Nothing's Shocking was re-recorded in 1988.
"'Mountain Song' was actually about... I hate to say it but... drugs. Climbing this mountain and getting as high as you can, and then coming down that mountain," reveals Farrell. "What it feels to descend from the mountain top... not easy at all. The ascension is tough but exhilarating. Getting down is... it's a real bummer. Drugs is not for everybody obviously. For me, I wanted to experience the heights, and the lows come along with it."
"There's a part - 'Cash in now honey, cash in Miss Smith.' Miss Smith is my Mother; our last name was Smith. Cashing in when she cashed in her life. So... she decided that, to her... at that time, she was desperate. Life wasn't worth it for her, that was her opinion. Some people think, never take your life, and some people find that their life isn't worth living. She was in love with my Dad, and my Dad was not faithful to her, and it broke her heart. She was very desperate and she did something that I know she regrets."
Mountain Song
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Jane's Addiction vocalist Perry Farrell gives Adam Reader some heartfelt insight into Jane’s Addiction's hard rock manifesto "Mountain Song", which was the second single from their revolutionary album Nothing's Shocking. Mountain song was first recorded in 1986 and appeared on the soundtrack to the film Dudes starring Jon Cryer. The version on Nothing's Shocking was re-recorded in 1988.
"'Mountain Song' was actually about... I hate to say it but... drugs. Climbing this mountain and getting as high as you can, and then coming down that mountain," reveals Farrell. "What it feels to descend from the mountain top... not easy at all. The ascension is tough but exhilarating. Getting down is... it's a real bummer. Drugs is not for everybody obviously. For me, I wanted to experience the heights, and the lows come along with it."
"There's a part - 'Cash in now honey, cash in Miss Smith.' Miss Smith is my Mother; our last name was Smith. Cashing in when she cashed in her life. So... she decided that, to her... at that time, she was desperate. Life wasn't worth it for her, that was her opinion. Some people think, never take your life, and some people find that their life isn't worth living. She was in love with my Dad, and my Dad was not faithful to her, and it broke her heart. She was very desperate and she did something that I know she regrets."
Just A Little Lovin'
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I don't think it's necessarily about sex. It's about wanting to start the day with some love and affection. Maybe a warm cuddle. I'm not alone in interpreting it that way! For example:
"'Just a Little Lovin’ is a timeless country song originally recorded by Eddy Arnold in 1954. The song, written by Eddie Miller and Jimmy Campbell, explores the delicate nuances of love and showcases Arnold’s emotive vocals. It delves into the universal theme of love and how even the smallest gesture of affection can have a profound impact on our lives." https://oldtimemusic.com/the-meaning-behind-the-song-just-a-little-lovin-by-eddy-arnold/
Every time I hear this song it brings back this one distinct memory...I get so teary. But I'm also a complete bimbo on the other hand because I thought this song was by this band Sunday Drive...original name of The Starting Line. So I guess I'm just dumb. =(
i thought it was by starting line too... don't feel dumb the only thing that confused me was the voice
I knew it was by Counterfit, cuz I know the guy in the band, but the bad thing is that on Kazaa everyone labels it as The Starting Line because the title "From Finish To Starting Line".
these are my homies. hehe.. They make me proud knowing that they're in my hometown of San Diego. You think they're good now? You have to experience them live. =)
This song makes me feel so damn retarted.
de lyrics reminds me of my previous relationship. he just didnt want to work things out....
seriously, i saw these guys last week at the scene, and wow. they blew me away. they're so amazing live, and this song was the highlight for me. yay san diego. we have the best bands...
ya we do.... the scene has an awful sound system though....i saw them open for no knife last year at the scene.
yes we do....i saw them at the scene lastn year opening for no knife.....they have a great show but the scene has a terrible sound system.
did anyone see them late last year when they played with Superdrag at the Epicenter? i was surprised because there was barely anyone at that show. like less than 50 people. great show none the less though.