Time Travel

In 'Time Travel,' Never Shout Never delves into the depths of existential crisis and the search for meaning in life. The song's protagonist embarks on a metaphorical journey, making a deal with the Devil and traveling to celestial bodies like the Moon and the Sun. These journeys symbolize the futile attempts to find purpose and satisfaction in extraordinary places, only to realize that these pursuits lead to suffering and disillusionment. The protagonist's return to Earth and the subsequent fall into 'glorified dirt' highlight the harsh reality of life's limitations and the inescapable pull of gravity, both literal and metaphorical.

The lyrics also explore the protagonist's confrontation with a higher power, represented by 'the man in the sky.' This encounter reveals a sense of frustration and disillusionment with the search for answers and the perceived prejudice against those who question their existence. The higher power's dismissive response, urging the protagonist to return to their 'quiet little town,' underscores the theme of existential futility and the struggle to find meaning in a seemingly indifferent universe.

Throughout the song, the protagonist grapples with feelings of being a 'fake' and a 'constant go-getter of fate,' experimenting with mind-altering substances like acid and MDMA in a desperate attempt to escape reality. The repeated acts of self-destruction, such as stabbing their reflection and holding their breath until their soul leaves their body, symbolize the internal turmoil and the desire to break free from the constraints of their existence. Ultimately, the song's refrain of 'I'm comin' home' suggests a reluctant acceptance of reality and a return to the familiar, albeit with a sense of resignation and loss of control.