Backslide

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Backslide
Song by Twenty One Pilots from the album Clancy
Recorded2022 - 2023
ReleasedApril 25, 2024
FormatDigital
Length3:00
Tempo85
KeyE♭ Major
SingleMarch 27, 2024
Live debut2 May 2024
Last played14 May 2024
Live count4
WriterTyler Joseph
ProducerTyler Joseph
LabelFueled by Ramen
Stream / Buy
Clancy track listing
  1. Overcompensate
  2. Next Semester
  3. Backslide
  4. Midwest Indigo
  5. Routines In The Night
  6. Vignette
  7. The Craving (Jenna's Version)
  8. Lavish
  9. Navigating
  10. Snap back
  11. Oldies Station
  12. At The Risk Of Feeling Dumb
  13. Paladin Strait

Backslide is the third song on the album Clancy by Twenty One Pilots.

Versions

Studio

Title Releas Length Recorded Released Notes
Backslide Clancy 3:00 2022-2023 25 April 2024

Live

Title Releas Length Recorded Released Notes
Backslide (Live From An Evening With Twenty One Pilots) Clancy (Digital remains) 3:01 2024 29 May 2024

Background

The song 'Backslide' by Twenty One Pilots delves into the themes of personal struggle, resistance to regression, and the quest for redemption amidst life's tumultuous waves. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of someone grappling with their past habits and the fear of reverting to a former, less desirable state of being. The recurring line, 'I don't wanna backslide to where I started from,' serves as a powerful refrain, emphasizing the artist's determination to avoid falling back into old patterns that they have worked hard to overcome.

The imagery of being overwhelmed, as described in lines like 'water's over my head' and 'drownin' in logistics,' metaphorically represents the overwhelming challenges and complexities the narrator faces. This struggle is further highlighted by the plea for help, 'If you could throw me a line,' suggesting a desperate need for support in times of difficulty. The song also touches on themes of missed opportunities and regrets, particularly in the relationship context, as seen in the line 'I should have loved you better.' This adds a layer of emotional depth, portraying not just a battle with personal demons but also the impact on personal relationships.

Musically, Twenty One Pilots is known for their eclectic style, blending elements of rock, pop, and indie music, which complements the introspective and often existential themes of their lyrics. 'Backslide' is a testament to their ability to weave complex emotional narratives into their music, making it relatable and resonant for a wide audience. The song not only explores the internal conflicts one faces but also the universal desire for growth and the fear of regression that many can relate to. [1]

Lyrics

Album version
[Intro]

(I don't wanna)

[Verse 1]

Rat race, place to place, adding weight

Tendencies on repeat, innit?

Benefit from a shoe with no lace

Take the seat with the crease in it

I don't mind if it's lonely

I don't mind if it's fair

I don't care, you control me

Leading me anywhere

[Chorus]

I don't wanna backslide to where I've started from

There's no chance I will shake this again

'Cause I feel the pull, water's over my head

Strength enough for onе more time

Reach my hand abovе the tide

I'll take anything you have

If you could throw me a line

I should've loved you better

Do you think that now's the time

You should let go?

It's over my head

[Verse 2]

Bad place, on a hundred-dollar bass

Kinda wishin' that I never did "Saturday"

"Is that a stain? You should change

Are you doin' good?

Did you solve all of your problems?"

Thanks for asking, in a way, but

Accidentally uncovered a new one yesterday

What happened to what I brushed under the rug?

I used to be the champion of a world you can't see

Now I'm drowning in logistics

[Chorus]

I don't wanna backslide to where I've started from

There's no chance I will shake this again

'Cause I feel the pull, water's over my head

Strength enough for one more time

Reach my hand above the tide

I'll take anything you have

If you could throw me a line

I should've loved you better

Do you think that now's the time

You should let go?

[Bridge]

I don't mind if it's lonely (It's over my head)

I don't mind if it's fair (You should let go)

I don't care, you control me (It's over my head)

Leading me anywhere

[Chorus]

I'll take anything you have

If you could throw me a line

I should've loved you better

Do you think that now's the time

You should let go? (I don't mind if it's lonely)

It's over my head (I don't mind if it's fair)

You should let go

It's over my head

[Outro]

I don't wanna backslide

Rough draft version
I don't want to backslide to where I started from

There's no chance I will break it again

'Cause I feel the pool, water's over my head

Strength enough for one more time, reach my hand above the tide


If I were to backslide, tell everyone we know

Thanks for the last time that they came out

But I feel the pull, water's over my head

Strength enough for one more time, reach my hand above the tide

I'll take anything you have, if you could throw me a line

Why did I not thank you more, for saving me those other times

Don't you dare jump in now, it's over my head


Bad place on a hundred dollar bass, kind of wishing I never did Saturday

Never Take It bad place

Did you solve your problems?

Thanks for asking, in a way, but

Accidentally discovered a new one yesterday, what happened to what I brushed under the rug

I used to be, the champion of a world you can't see

Now I'm drowning in logistics


I'd rather you hurt me than do nothing at all

Breathing a lie that you're living for, never tried to lock the door

I'd rather you curse me than silence my call


Bit of a stretch with a ol' college try

Is it a test? And do they grade it on a curve?

Do I get what I am owed? No you get what you deserve

Pick to whom you serve, you bow to the masters

Get kicked to the curb for you're passing the classes

Half empty half full save half for your taxes

Which it is, doesn't matter if you don't own the glasses


I'd rather you hurt me down, than do nothing at all

I'd rather you let me, down than just gas me up

I'd rather you curse me, than do nothing at all

Strength enough for one more time, reach my hand above the tide


I'll take anything you have, if you could throw me a line

I should've loved you better, do you think that now's the time

You should let go, water's over my head


Bad space, huffing it in place, kind of wishing that I never did Saturday

Is that a stain? You should change, are you doing good? Did you solve all of your problems

Thanks for asking, in a way but

Accidentally uncovered a new one yesterday, what

Happened to what I brushed under the rug I used to be,

A champion of a world you can't see, now I'm drowning in logistics


You won't make a sound, pick someone else I won't be around


Trapped inside your smile, don't put me on trial Don't you see you take, everything from me

Lyrics meaning

Lyrics
Backslide is the third promotional single from Twenty One Pilots‘ sixth studio album, Clancy. It follows previous singles Next Semester and Overcompensate.

The song sees Tyler Joseph reflecting on his career and time in the spotlight, while also speaking on regrets and new concerns at this time in the band’s career. He also makes references to previous eras of the band, directly naming Saturday from the duo’s fifth studio album, Scaled and Icy. Sonically, the song borrows ideas from their third studio album, Blurryface with a hip-hop influenced beat similar to the one found on the duo’s smash-hit single, Stressed Out.

Backslide was announced as the next single from Clancy by Tyler Joseph on his X (formerly Twitter) account on April 22nd, 2024. Its music video, which is the first to be directed by the band’s drummer, Josh Dun, was teased on social media leading up to its release. The single was officially released at 9am CDT on April 25th, 2024.[2]

all meanings of the lyrics are taken from the Genius website

Music Video

Sources

Twenty One Pilots
Members Tyler JosephJosh Dun
Former Members Chris SalihNick Thomas
Albums Twenty One PilotsRegional at BestVesselBlurryfaceTrenchScaled and IcyClancy
EPs Johnny Boy (EP)Live At UG Studios • Three SongsSpotify SessionsHolding on to You (EP)Quiet Is Viølent

The LC LPDouble-SidedTOPxMMTrench 10" TripletLocation Sessions

Live releases Blurryface LiveScaled and Icy (Livestream Version)
Singles Holding on to YouGuns For HandsLovelyHouse Of GoldFake You OutCar Radio

Fairly LocalTear In My HeartStressed OutLane BoyRideHeathensHeavydirtysoul CancerJumpsuitNico And The NinersLevitateMy BloodChlorineThe Hype Level Of ConcernChristmas Saves The YearShy AwayChokerSaturdayThe OutsideOvercompensateNext SemesterBackslideThe Craving (single version)

Tours Local ShowsTwenty One Pilots TourRegional at Best TourMostly November TourBlurryface World Tour

Emotional Roadshow World TourTour De ColumbusThe Bandito TourTakeover TourThe Icy Tour

List of Twenty One Pilots songsList Twenty One Pilots music videos