Addicted
Juliana Hatfield · Become What You Are [1993]
Gotta have it every day.
I think I'm addicted (addicted).
Diggin' up what I threw away.
My body is a shell.
A broke an empty shell.
A chemical well.
A little private hell.
I can't take this lying down.
I can't handle this waitin' around.
Karl wallenda said it right.
Walkin' a wire is the only life.
I think I'm addicted (addicted).
I got an insatiable need.
I think I'm addicted (addicted).
Finally it happened to me.
The skeleton trees
Remind me of me.
They've got no leaves
To make the air we breathe.
I can't take this lying down.
I can't handle this waitin' around.
Hack another year off my life.
Take my money, take my knife.
I don't wanna die.
I don't wanna die.
Don't watch me cry.
I don't wanna die.
I can't take this lying down.
I can't handle this waitin' around.
Hack another year off my life.
Take my money, take my knife.
Addicted
Addicted stands as a defining track from Juliana Hatfield's 1993 album, Become What You Are. Emerging during a pivotal era for alternative rock, the song captures Hatfield's signature blend of introspective lyricism and jangly guitar textures. As a member of the influential indie scene, Hatfield carved out a distinct voice that balanced emotional vulnerability with sharp, observational wit. This recording exemplifies her ability to craft intimate narratives within a polished pop-rock framework, showcasing the songwriting maturity that would define her subsequent career. The track remains a testament to her enduring impact on the genre, highlighting her skill in merging personal storytelling with accessible melodies that resonated with audiences across the alternative landscape.