Headlights

Ashbury Heights' song 'Headlights' delves into the themes of uncertainty, introspection, and the passage of time. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a journey through the night, symbolizing a period of transition or crisis. The 'twilight of all that we've become' suggests a moment of reflection on past actions and their consequences, while the 'last light before the morning sun' hints at the hope of a new beginning. The imagery of 'headlights staring down the road' and 'pitch black beyond the silver glow' evokes a sense of moving forward into the unknown, with only a limited view of what lies ahead.

The song's chorus, with its repeated phrase 'Off the record now, right?' suggests a desire to escape from the scrutiny and pressures of the outside world. The references to 'tinfoil,' 'paranoid,' and 'Tesla coil' evoke a sense of heightened anxiety and the need for protection, possibly alluding to the modern-day concerns of surveillance and mental overload. The line 'You keep telling me that maybe we should do something, and I keep telling you it's already done' reflects a sense of resignation and the feeling that actions have already been set in motion, leaving little room for change.

The final verses bring a sense of resolution, with the acknowledgment that 'by the horizon comes the Sun,' symbolizing the inevitability of a new day and the passage of time. The 'self-important' Sun represents the relentless march of time and the illusion of a secure future. The song captures the tension between the desire to control one's destiny and the acceptance of the unknown, ultimately suggesting that while the future may be uncertain, it is also an opportunity for renewal and growth.