Midwest Indigo

Midwest Indigo
Song by Twenty One Pilots from the album Clancy
Recorded	2022 - 2023
Released	May 24, 2024
Format	Digital
Length	3:16
Tempo	116
Key	G#
Single	March 27, 2024
Live debut	24 May 2024
Last played	24 May 2024
Live count	1
Writer	Tyler Joseph
Producer	Tyler Joseph
Label	Fueled by Ramen
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Clancy track listing Overcompensate Next Semester Backslide Midwest Indigo Routines In The Night Vignette The Craving (Jenna's Version) Lavish Navigating Snap back Oldies Station At The Risk Of Feeling Dumb 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.

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.
all meanings of the lyrics are taken from the Genius website