about
This was written by Rob around 1999 or so. The early versions were much more mellow, in a different key, with a very different delivery. The band decided the song held up well and it would be worth reinventing its feel and arrangement. The verse chords changed to a more 50's rock a billy type progression but the melody and lyrics stayed intact. This tends to be a favorite of audiences far and wide at the live show.
It's essentially about that feeling when you get tipsy. Especially someone who is drinking for the first time or early on in their 'drinking career'. Rob wrote this song during that stage in his life. At this point he has had his fare share of bourbon.
lyrics
Another drink, she's looking pretty now
My feet they stumble, will I'll be falling down?
All of a sudden I feel like talking to everyone
But tell me where did my anxieties all go
Am I a fool? I do not care or know
You see I'm just a product of this song
But how'm I gonna get back home tonight
In my head they've turned out all the lights of 'conscience-ness'
I feel no less
And how'm I gonna get back home tonight
In my head they've turned out all the lights of 'conscience-ness'
Let go of 'conscience-ness'
Will I get lucky? I guess I have to wait and see
But who would fall for a freak like me
Ah who cares I'm still gonna have some fun tonight
But in the morning things won't seem so sweet
With my head above the toilet seat
Ah for now I'm just going to have to enjoy this ride
But how'm I gonna get back home tonight
In my head they've turned out all the lights of 'conscience-ness'
I feel no less
And how'm I gonna get back home tonight
In my head they've turned out all the lights of 'conscience-ness'
Let go of 'conscience-ness'
I may regret the things I've said
But I won't let my mind to fret
'Cause I know everything will be alright.
My head is slipping
Mind is tripping
Consciousness that I was gripping
Slowly fades away into the night.
But how'm I gonna get back home tonight
In my head they've turned out all the lights of consciousness
I feel no less
And how'm I gonna get back home tonight
In my head they've turned out all the lights of 'conscience-ness'
Let go of 'conscience-ness'
credits
from
He's My Brother She's My Sister EP,
track released October 1, 2010
Produced by Cary Berger, Rob Kolar & HMBSMS
Lyrics & music written by Rob Kolar
Rachel Kolar - vocals, tambourine
Rob Kolar - vocals, guitar
Lauren Brown - tap percussion
Satya Bhabha - cello
Felipe Ceballos - drums
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