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| Recorded      = 2022 - 2023
| Recorded      = 2022 - 2023
| Released      = March 27, 2024
| Released      = May 24, 2024
| Format      = Digital
| Format      = Digital
| Length        = 3:16
| Length        = 3:16
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| Last played      = [[05.24.2024|24 May 2024]]
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| Live count      = 1
| Writer        = [[Tyler Joseph]]
| Writer        = [[Tyler Joseph]]
| Producer      = [[Tyler Joseph]]
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# [[Navigating]]
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# [[Snap Back]]
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# [[At The Risk Of Feeling Dumb]]
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''Midwest Indigo'' is the 4th song on the album [[Clancy (album)|''Clancy'']] by [[Twenty One Pilots|''Twenty One Pilots'']].
''Midwest Indigo'' is the fourth song on the album [[Clancy (album)|''Clancy'']] by [[Twenty One Pilots|''Twenty One Pilots'']].


== Versions ==
== Versions ==
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== Background ==
== 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. <ref>https://www.lyricslayers.com/twenty-one-pilots/backslide/</ref>


== Lyrics ==
== Lyrics ==
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|style="background-color:#FFE4AA;" |[Intro]
Reachin' out on my way home
You can be so cold, I'll try again
You make me sad and second-guess myself
You can be so cold
[Chorus]
Reachin' out on my way home
You can be so cold, I'll try again
You make me sad and second-guess myself
You can be so cold, Midwest Indigo
[Verse 1]
Running late so I didn't have the time
To scrape the frosted windshield like we're barely scrapin' by
Concentrate on the little gap in the ice
That seems to be about as wide as our chances
[Pre-Chorus]
Did you pull up yet? (Not yet)
Did you forgеt we're tight on time?
[Chorus]
Rеachin' out on my way home
You can be so cold, I'll try again
You make me sad and second-guess myself
You can be so cold, Midwest Indigo
[Verse 2]
Cloud coverage matched my outfit to a knife
I requested counsel with the counselor and he cancelled twice
It's a different blue, it's deeper than it's been
I'll be pulling into the parking lot before the heat kicks in
[Pre-Chorus]
What's your ETA? (Two minutes)
Chill out, man, we're right on time
[Chorus]
Reachin' out on my way home
You can be so cold, I'll try again
You make me sad and second-guess myself
You can be so cold, Midwest Indigo
[Outro]
And I want love and sunny days
I'm a bit too old to run away
You make me sad and second-guess myself
You can be so cold
You can be so cold
Midwest Indigo
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==== Lyrics meaning ====
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|''Midwest Indigo'', the fourth track on the album, ''Clancy'', was released on May 24th, 2024.
The track, alongside the other songs on the album, was leaked a week early as a result of the early sale of vinyl and CD orders by stores and early delivery by online stores. It officially debuted at listening parties on May 18, 2024.
During the album’s livestream premiere, Tyler Joseph spoke on the meaning behind the song:
It was a song to Ohio and where we grew up in the midwest specifically… that feeling of driving to school, and barely being able to see out the window.<ref>https://genius.com/Twenty-one-pilots-midwest-indigo-lyrics</ref>
|-
| style="text-align:center;" |all meanings of the lyrics are taken from the [https://genius.com/artists/Twenty-one-pilots Genius] website
|}


== Music Video ==
== Music Video ==
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== Sources ==
== Sources ==

Revision as of 15:32, 25 May 2024

Midwest Indigo
Song by Twenty One Pilots from the album Clancy
Recorded2022 - 2023
ReleasedMay 24, 2024
FormatDigital
Length3:16
Tempo116
KeyG#
SingleMarch 27, 2024
Live debut24 May 2024
Last played24 May 2024
Live count1
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

Midwest Indigo is the fourth song on the album Clancy by Twenty One Pilots.

Versions

Studio

Title Releas Length Recorded Released Notes
Midwest Indigo Clancy 3:16 2022-2023 24 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]

Reachin' out on my way home

You can be so cold, I'll try again

You make me sad and second-guess myself

You can be so cold

[Chorus]

Reachin' out on my way home

You can be so cold, I'll try again

You make me sad and second-guess myself

You can be so cold, Midwest Indigo

[Verse 1]

Running late so I didn't have the time

To scrape the frosted windshield like we're barely scrapin' by

Concentrate on the little gap in the ice

That seems to be about as wide as our chances

[Pre-Chorus]

Did you pull up yet? (Not yet)

Did you forgеt we're tight on time?

[Chorus]

Rеachin' out on my way home

You can be so cold, I'll try again

You make me sad and second-guess myself

You can be so cold, Midwest Indigo

[Verse 2]

Cloud coverage matched my outfit to a knife

I requested counsel with the counselor and he cancelled twice

It's a different blue, it's deeper than it's been

I'll be pulling into the parking lot before the heat kicks in

[Pre-Chorus]

What's your ETA? (Two minutes)

Chill out, man, we're right on time

[Chorus]

Reachin' out on my way home

You can be so cold, I'll try again

You make me sad and second-guess myself

You can be so cold, Midwest Indigo

[Outro]

And I want love and sunny days

I'm a bit too old to run away

You make me sad and second-guess myself

You can be so cold

You can be so cold

Midwest Indigo

Lyrics meaning

Lyrics
Midwest Indigo, the fourth track on the album, Clancy, was released on May 24th, 2024.

The track, alongside the other songs on the album, was leaked a week early as a result of the early sale of vinyl and CD orders by stores and early delivery by online stores. It officially debuted at listening parties on May 18, 2024.

During the album’s livestream premiere, Tyler Joseph spoke on the meaning behind the song:

It was a song to Ohio and where we grew up in the midwest specifically… that feeling of driving to school, and barely being able to see out the window.[2]

all meanings of the lyrics are taken from the Genius website

Music Video

Sources

  1. ↑ https://www.lyricslayers.com/twenty-one-pilots/backslide/
  2. ↑ https://genius.com/Twenty-one-pilots-midwest-indigo-lyrics
Twenty One Pilots
Members Tyler Joseph • Josh Dun
Former Members Chris Salih • Nick Thomas
Albums Twenty One Pilots • Regional at Best • Vessel • Blurryface • Trench • Scaled and Icy • Clancy
EPs Johnny Boy (EP) • Live At UG Studios • Three Songs • Spotify Sessions • Holding on to You (EP) • Quiet Is Viølent •

The LC LP • Double-Sided • TOPxMM • Trench 10" Triplet • Location Sessions

Live releases Blurryface Live • Scaled and Icy (Livestream Version)
Singles Holding on to You • Guns For Hands • Lovely • House Of Gold • Fake You Out • Car Radio •

Fairly Local • Tear In My Heart • Stressed Out • Lane Boy • Ride • Heathens • Heavydirtysoul • Cancer • Jumpsuit • Nico And The Niners • Levitate • My Blood • Chlorine • The Hype • Level Of Concern • Christmas Saves The Year • Shy Away • Choker • Saturday • The Outside • Overcompensate • Next Semester • Backslide • The Craving (single version)

Tours Local Shows • Twenty One Pilots Tour • Regional at Best Tour • Mostly November Tour • Blurryface World Tour •

Emotional Roadshow World Tour • Tour De Columbus • The Bandito Tour • Takeover Tour • The Icy Tour

List of Twenty One Pilots songs • List Twenty One Pilots music videos
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