The Medication Is Wearing Off
Eels · Electro-Shock Blues [1998]
well it still ticks away
the days I'm claiming back for me
the medication's wearing off
gonna hurt not a little, a lot
keep on tickin' you're not lickin' me
step on a crack break your mother's heart
red light green light black
suicide e-mail do not delete
plug it back in the jack
start to be what they want you to be
and you see yourself as they see you
sunsrise at the corner of
sunset and alvarado
I think what the hell do I do now
watch the day disintegrate
so I can stay up late and wait
see this watch she gave me?
well it still ticks away
The Medication Is Wearing Off
From Eels' 1998 album Electro-Shock Blues, this track exemplifies the band's signature blend of rock and electronic textures. The song features a driving rhythm section that contrasts with atmospheric synth layers, characteristic of the late 1990s alternative rock scene. It showcases the vocal delivery that became a hallmark of the artist's discography, often characterized by a mix of intensity and vulnerability. The recording captures the era's shift toward incorporating digital sounds into traditional rock structures, reflecting the musical landscape of the time. As part of the Electro-Shock Blues collection, the track stands as a notable example of the band's ability to merge organic instrumentation with electronic elements, creating a sound that remains distinct within the genre.