Can’t See Straight
Alex Wilson
Description
Blinding Lights - A heart-wrenching country ballad about loss and the desperate attempt to escape the pain of a broken relationship. The fragile vocals and sparse instrumentation emphasize the loneliness and vulnerability of the narrator as he drives through the night, haunted by memories of his lost love. The song's minor key and heavy reverb create a haunting atmosphere, mirroring the disorientation and emotional turmoil of the protagonist. Think a modern take on classic heartbreak themes, blending Americana with subtle electronic textures.
Lyrics
[Verse 1] I drive these county lines tryin’ to outrun your name Radio’s playin’ our song, but it don’t sound the same Every porch light looks like the one you left on for me Every taillight up ahead looks like you leavin’ [Chorus] I can’t see straight when the night gets loud Neon bleeds red, I’m callin’ out Reachin’ for a ghost in an empty seat Runnin’ every red light just to feel complete [Verse 2] I still taste you on the rim of this bottle Still hear you laugh when the engine’s full throttle Thought distance would fix what the whiskey won’t Lord knows it don’t [Chorus] I can’t see straight when the night gets loud Neon bleeds red, I’m callin’ out Reachin’ for a ghost in an empty seat Runnin’ every red light just to feel complete [Bridge] Headlights cuttin' through the fog like a knife Each mile a reminder of this lonely life Used to think forever was a promise we could keep Now forever's just a word that haunts my sleep [Chorus] I can’t see straight when the night gets loud Neon bleeds red, I’m callin’ out Reachin’ for a ghost in an empty seat Runnin’ every red light just to feel complete [Outro] Just to feel… anything at all (Fade out with a final, sustained guitar chord)