SZA’s “Drive“: A Nighttime Journey of Self-Discovery
A nocturnal odyssey into the depths of the human soul, SZA’s “Drive” is a poignant reflection on the complexities of fame and the enduring search for meaning.
The song, a haunting ballad that grapples with themes of loneliness, disillusionment, and the weight of expectation, finds SZA grappling with the contradictions of success—the intoxicating allure of fame, with the gnawing emptiness that often accompanies it.
Her lyrics, raw and emotionally charged, paint a vivid picture of a soul adrift, searching for solace amidst the chaos of the modern world.
The music video, a surreal and captivating visual masterpiece, adds another dimension to the song’s emotional impact.
Directed by Bradley J. Calder, the video features the unexpected presence of Ben Stiller, who delivers a surprisingly poignant performance.
As Stiller lip-syncs to the lyrics, driving through the desolate night, the viewer is drawn into a world of introspection and melancholic beauty. This song is an experience, a journey into the depths of the human psyche.
Quotable Lyrics:
I been up ’til up midnight, drivin’ to nowhere
Bumpin’ a slow song, can’t get my head clear
I been up ’til sunrise, headed to nowhere
Hopin’ that someone’s missin’ me somewhere
Drivin’, just drivin’
Just tryin’, just tryna get my head right
Then I’ll be better when, when I
When I, just gotta get my head right
