Obstacle 2
Obstacle 2

Interpol - Obstacle 2 Lyrics

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Obstacle 2 Lyrics

I'm gonna pull you in close
Gonna wrap you up tight
Gonna play with the braids
That you came here with tonight
I'm gonna hold your face
And toast the snow that fell

Because friends don't waste wine
When there's words to sell

I feel like love in the kitchen
With the culinary eye
I think he's makin' something special
And I'm smart enough to try
If you don't trust yourself
For at least a minute each day
Well, you should trust in this, girl
'Cause loving is coming our way

You can fix me up, girl
We'll go a long long way
If you can fix me up, girl
You'll go a long long way

I'll stand by all this drinking (take my love in these small doses)
If it helps me through these days (take my love in these small doses)
It takes a long time just to get this all straight (take my love in these small doses)
I'll showcase on Route 7 (take my love in these small doses)
When I find the right place (take my love in these small doses)
It takes a long time just to get this all straight (take my love in these small doses)
In my mind
This is my, my, my free time

Because friends don't waste wine
When there's words to sell
If you can fix me up, girl, we'll go a long long way
If you can fix me up, girl, you'll go a long long way

I'll stand by all this drinking (take my love in these small doses)
If it helps me through these days (take my love in these small doses)
I've spent a long time corresponding in my own way (take my love in these small doses)
I'll showcase on Route 7 (take my love in these small doses)
When I find the right place (take my love in these small doses)
It takes a long time just to get this all straight (take my love in these small doses)
In my mind
This is my, my, my free time

To break it all away
Spend it all today
Spend it all today

It took time, then I found you
It took time, then I found you
It took time, then I found you
It took time, then I found you, oh, oh, ooh, ooh

Writer(s): Paul Banks, Daniel Kessler, Carlos Dengler, Samuel Fogarino
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. What phase of the band's history did 'Obstacle 2' mark?

    'Obstacle 2' marked the end of a phase of writer's block for Interpol. The band had been experiencing a creative drought for a few months, and writing this song helped them overcome it.

  2. Why was the distortion used on the vocals significant?

    Paul Banks insisted on recording his vocals with distortion printed directly onto the track, which was unusual. This led to tension as bassist Carlos Dengler wanted to adjust the distortion later, but producer Peter Katis said it couldn't be changed.

  3. How did the recording timeline relate to historical events?

    'Obstacle 2' and other songs on the album were written before September 11, 2001. However, recording began in October of that year, impacting the tone and introspective nature of the album due to the events in New York City.

  4. Why is the song titled 'Obstacle 2'?

    The title 'Obstacle 2' was a working title suggested by guitarist Daniel Kessler. Interpol often uses working titles, and they decided to keep it because they liked how it sounded, even though 'obstacle' doesn't appear in the song.

  5. Did Interpol have any specific inspirations for the lyrics?

    Some listeners believe a line in 'Obstacle 2' may reference Shakespeare's 'If music be the food of love, play on.' Specifically, it alludes to love being likened to culinary creativity. This could reflect Paul's intention behind the lyrics, though it's not officially confirmed.

  6. What was Paul Banks' reaction to the album after its release?

    Paul Banks admitted that he didn't listen to 'Turn on the Bright Lights' for a year after its release. The historical context around when the album was recorded made it emotionally difficult for him to revisit the album initially.

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