First Time Lyrics – Cavetown

First Time Lyrics Meaning

[Verse]
Here the singer talks about having one of those messy first experiences where everything feels wrong at once. He’s driving somewhere unfamiliar, gets stopped, and suddenly feels small and embarrassed. Even though he’s let off, the moment shakes him deeply. It brings up guilt, fear, and pressure from his own pride. He feels like he pushed himself too far just to prove something. That close call leaves him mentally exhausted, overwhelmed, and craving the comfort and safety of home.

[Chorus]
In this part, he admits he wants to escape the situation completely. Instead of laughing it off, he turns the frustration inward, criticizing himself and rejecting fake explanations, because none of it feels funny.

[Bridge]
This section feels scattered and noisy, like thoughts interrupting each other. He’s confused by mixed signals, half-heard comments, and awkward interactions. He keeps circling the same frustration, stuck on not understanding what people want from him or why simple connections feel so uncomfortable.

[Chorus]
Here he repeats the urge to retreat and shut everything out. The self-blame continues, and he’s still fighting against false stories and emotions that don’t sit right, showing how trapped and overwhelmed he feels in moment.