Speeding Cars
Imogen Heap · Other Songs - Imogen Heap
Don't feed me violence just run with me
Through rows of speeding cars
The paper cuts, the cheating lovers
The coffees never strong enough
I know you think it's more than just bad luck
There, there baby, it's just textbook stuff
It's in the ABC of growing up
Now, now darling, oh don't loose your head
'Cause none of us were angels and you know I love you
Yeah
Sleeping pills, no sleeping dogs lie never far enough away
Glistening in the cold sweat of guilt
I've watched you slowly winding down for years
You can't keep on like this, now's a better time as any
There, there baby, it's just textbook stuff
It's in the ABC of growing up
Now, now darling, oh don't kill yourself
'Cause none of us were angels and you know I love you
Yeah
It's ok by me, it's ok by me, it's ok by me
It was a long time ago
It's ok by me, it's ok by me, it's ok by me
It was a long time ago
There, there baby, it's just textbook stuff
It's in the ABC of growing up
Now, now darling, oh don't loose your head
'Cause none of us were angels and you know I love you
Yeah
There, there baby, it's just textbook stuff
It's in the ABC of growing up
Now, now darling, oh don't kill yourself
'Cause none of us were angels and you know I love you
Yeah
Speeding Cars
Imogen Heap's "Speeding Cars" stands as a defining track from her early experimental period, showcasing her signature blend of electronic textures and organic instrumentation. Released alongside her seminal 2005 album *Speak for Yourself*, the song exemplifies her innovative approach to music production, utilizing the Auto-Tune effect not as a correction tool but as a distinct sonic character. The track features her distinctive vocal delivery, layered with intricate guitar work and rhythmic programming that challenges traditional song structures. As a key component of her discography, "Speeding Cars" helped establish Heap as a pioneering force in alternative pop and electronic music, influencing a generation of artists who prioritize texture and emotional nuance over conventional production norms. Its enduring presence in her catalog reflects its status as a critical work that bridges her indie roots with futuristic soundscapes.