Slow Motion
Third Eye Blind · Third Eye Blind A Collection (The Best Of) [2006]
But I think I just shot her son
'Cause he owed me money
With a bullet in the chest you cannot run
Now he's bleeding in a vacant lot
The one in the summer where we used to smoke pot
I guess I didn't mean it
But man, you should've seen it
His flesh explode
Slow motion, see me let go
We tend to die young
Slow motion, see me let go
What a brother knows
Slow motion, see me let go
Now the cops will get me
But girl, if you would let me
I'll take your pants off
I got a little bit of blow we could both get off
Later bathing in the afterglow
Two lines of coke I cut with Draino
And her nose starts to bleed
A most beautiful ruby red
Slow motion, see me let go
We'll remember these days
Slow motion, see me let go
Urban life decays
Slow motion, see me let go
And at home
My sister's eating paint chips again
Maybe that's why she's insane
I shut the door to her moaning
And I shoot smack in my veins
Wouldn't you
See my neighbor's beating his wife
Because he hates his life
There's an arc to his fist as he swings
Oh man, what a beautiful thing
And death slides close to me
Won't grow old to be
A junkie wino creep
Hollywood glamorized my wrath
I'm a young urban psychopath
I incite murder for your entertainment
'Cause I needed the money
What's your excuse
The joke's on you
Slow motion, see me let go
Oh yeah
Slow motion, see me let go
Slow motion, see me let go
Slow Motion
Slow Motion stands as a defining track in the discography of Third Eye Blind, capturing the band's signature blend of alternative rock and melodic pop sensibilities. Released during a period of significant commercial success, the song showcases the group's ability to craft emotionally resonant anthems that balance introspective lyrics with driving instrumentation. As a staple of their greatest hits compilation, the recording highlights the band's evolution from their debut era into a more polished, radio-friendly sound. The track remains a testament to their songwriting prowess, offering a dynamic listening experience that has secured its place alongside other fan favorites like Jumper and How's It Going to Be. It represents a key moment in the band's catalog, reflecting the enduring appeal of their distinctive vocal harmonies and energetic guitar work within the broader landscape of early 2000s rock music.