Driving
PJ Harvey · 4-Track Demos [1993]
Turn on this wheel turn on headlights
100 different bibles by my side
In my white gown I'll go flying down
Oh my eyes - it cannot be
He said no - it cannot be
All that time - it cannot be
He said - it cannot be
And let the ghosts fly their asses off tonight
'Cos I'm just driving until it dies
Tell 'em I'm driving and it's alright
Tell 'em that I had a skinfull
Tell 'em that I couldn't sit still
Imagine your whole self is filled is with light
Your voice ringing out - Through the whole fucking town
Oh my eyes - it cannot be
He said no - it cannot be
All that time - it cannot be
He said - it cannot be
Tell 'em I'm driving
Tell 'em I'm driving
Driving
PJ Harvey's "Driving" appears on the 1993 compilation 4-Track Demos, showcasing her early evolution from post-punk to gothic rock. Recorded during a pivotal period of her career, the track features her distinctive vocal delivery and atmospheric production that would define her sound for decades. As part of her broader discography from the early 1990s, the song reflects the raw energy and introspective mood characteristic of her work during this era. It stands as a significant example of her transition into a more textured, emotionally complex style, influencing subsequent generations of alternative and indie artists. The recording captures the essence of her artistic development before the release of her major studio albums.