Ox4 Lyrics

Lyric discussion by sourmilk 

Cover art for Ox4 lyrics by Ride

I love this song even though it is quite simple lyrically.

I think it describes the feeling of being trapped in a situation/place such as a relationship that has lost its spark or a job one has no passion for. Maybe even a cycle of depression? After awhile you sort of become numb to it all and perceive that there is no way out. There are fleeting moments of inspiration to take action but they are quickly abandoned due to the feelings of helplessness.

"Just lost the last thought in my head What happens now?"

You just float through life, going through the motions, living day by day and not bothering to live it to the fullest. Time drags on. This is conveyed by the repetitive guitars and drawn out, dream-like vocals.

I think it is tragic because it describes the endless yearning for "home", or the feelings associated with it such as warmth/familiarity/belonging, but believing that the situation is so hopeless that one loses the motivation to find a way out.

"If I crawl across the floor Then I'd be closer to that door It's too far"

Interesting, but I think your interpretation is just "sour milk." Get it? Sour milk. Oh, come now. YOu get it. I know you do. Breathe....