Driver is a classy song from the Where Are You Going? The Bennett Coast – Driver Lyrics released on June 28, 2023. Bennett Coast is its writer. The music video is available on YouTube channel.
Bennett Coast – Driver Lyrics
[Verse 1] Can you see me in the mirror? Sixteen, all ears Now we're five months in the meter Always, I'll be here always Wanna see on my side? This time I won't fall so free Come and see on my side This time I won't fall so free [Chorus] What you gotta assume is I got keys on my dashboard Waiting for a driver What you gotta assume is I got keys on my dashboard Waiting for a driver, I'm not waiting for a driver, I got [Verse 2] When the pedal brake separates from my car At least I'm not alone, I need you by my side Collide with me I'm speeding to my starlight If the only way I could get to your heart Is to lose control, I guess I'm a lost cause Come fly with me I'm speeding to my starlight (Oh) [Bridge] I was wishing you would say so Come down, stay home Had a vision on the stage though Come down, stay home I was wishing you would so Come down, I'm watching all the lands collide [Chorus] What you gotta assume is I got keys on my dashboard Waiting for a driver What you gotta assume is I got keys on my dashboard Waiting for a driver, I'm not waiting for a driver, I got What you gotta assume is I got keys on my dashboard Waiting for a driver What you gotta assume is I got keys on my dashboard Waiting for a driver, I'm not waiting for a driver, I got milage [Outro] Yo Eight dollars at Goodwill Oh, that's sick
Explanation of Driver Lyrics
Driver is a song by the artist Bennett Coast. The lyrics seem to convey themes of youth, independence, and the desire for companionship. Let’s analyze the lyrics section by section:
[Verse 1]
The first verse appears to depict the singer at the age of sixteen, feeling young and eager:
- “Can you see me in the mirror? Sixteen, all ears”: The protagonist is perhaps looking at their reflection, feeling youthful and open to the world around them.
- “Now we’re five months in the meter, always, I’ll be here always”: This line may refer to a specific time frame or period of their life, and the protagonist expresses a sense of constancy and commitment.
The lines “Wanna see on my side? This time I won’t fall so free” suggest a desire for companionship and support, with the implication that they won’t be as vulnerable or easily hurt as before.
[Chorus]
The chorus revolves around the metaphor of “keys on my dashboard” and the idea of waiting for a driver. It could symbolize the desire for someone to come into the protagonist’s life and take charge:
- “What you gotta assume is I got keys on my dashboard, waiting for a driver”: This implies the protagonist is ready to embark on a journey or relationship but needs someone to take the lead.
- “I’m not waiting for a driver, I got”: The protagonist emphasizes their independence and self-sufficiency, suggesting that they don’t want to rely entirely on someone else for direction.
[Verse 2]
In the second verse, there’s a sense of vulnerability and a desire for companionship:
- “When the pedal brake separates from my car, at least I’m not alone, I need you by my side”: The protagonist acknowledges that even when facing difficulties (“pedal brake separates”), having someone by their side makes them feel less alone.
- “Collide with me, I’m speeding to my starlight”: The protagonist seeks someone to share their journey (“collide with me”) and seems to be pursuing their dreams (“speeding to my starlight”).
The lines “If the only way I could get to your heart is to lose control, I guess I’m a lost cause” suggest a willingness to take risks for love or a deep connection with someone.
[Bridge]
The bridge seems to touch on the idea of longing for someone and a shared experience:
- “I was wishing you would say so, come down, stay home”: The protagonist desires a clear expression of interest from the person they’re thinking about.
- “Had a vision on the stage though, come down, stay home”: The mention of a vision on stage could imply a moment of revelation or realization during a performance or significant event.
[Chorus]
The chorus repeats with a slight variation, adding the line “I got milage.” This may emphasize the protagonist’s experiences and the distance they’ve traveled on their own.
[Outro]
The outro is a brief interjection, seemingly unrelated to the previous lyrics, mentioning “eight dollars at Goodwill” as a casual remark.
More Information
| Written By | Bennett Coast |
| Producer | Bennett Coast |
| Release Date | June 28, 2023 |
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