Sever
311 · Soundsystem
Your freedom of speech
You just have to believe
Your deed will be received
Somehow somewhere
You wonÂ’t be repaid with a blank stare
Let me know if you dare
ThereÂ’s no one that could cure you
like she does (She does)
No one could leave you so alone
(Cuh, cuh, come on)
Here I goes
My vibe is holy
My eyes closed
Either I'm asleep
Or what IÂ’m thinking is deep
Eventually I sigh and kick the sheets
Try to piece together why IÂ’m here
Nothing except my own damn eyes and ears
And then it sever so I listen to my heart
Always and ever
If itÂ’s not good it might get better
If itÂ’s not good it might just sever
I tell you money thereÂ’s other honey
You always show it but you donÂ’t know it
Staring at the door thinking
About the mess youÂ’re in
In your couch sinking deep
Over the girl that's gone
Just sever that leash and release
Your freedom of speech
You just have to believe
Your deed will be received
Somehow somewhere
You wonÂ’t be repaid with a blank stare
Let me know if you dare
Now all you think about her
Drink about her in vain
But all else feels like youÂ’re betraying
(Cuh, cuh, come on)
We're wakinÂ’ it up face up and shakinÂ’ it up
We know of an extended field
This is the deal we're letting and getting
The vibes that we want
Open up your heart and proceed to feel
Now youÂ’re inchin' up to the summit never plummet
Boot your system up
And then bail with the middle finger up
Why are you so abrupt baby donÂ’t be corrupt
StandinÂ’ in the club playinÂ’ the wall
That theyÂ’re not her is all
You think and that is true
But what else can you do
Trying to turn back time
Or just tow the line
Cuz the space youÂ’re in
Is no place like home
Sever
Sever stands as a defining track from 311's 2003 album Soundsystem, capturing the band's signature fusion of rock, reggae, and hip-hop influences. Released during a period of significant creative exploration, the song showcases the group's ability to blend heavy guitar riffs with rhythmic, danceable grooves. As part of a discography known for its eclectic genre-bending, the recording highlights the band's mature songwriting and dynamic vocal delivery. The track remains a staple in their live performances, resonating with fans who appreciate the seamless integration of alternative rock energy and laid-back island vibes. Sever exemplifies the artistic evolution 311 achieved during the early 2000s, solidifying their reputation as versatile innovators within the alternative music landscape.

