CCF (I’m Gonna Stay With You) Lyrics – Car Seat Headrest

“CCF (I’m Gonna Stay With You)” Lyrics by Car Seat Headrest is a new english song by Car Seat Headrest, written by Will Toledo, Andrew Katz, Seth Dalby, and Ethan Ives. Produced by Will Toledo, the track was released on Car Seat Headrest’s official YouTube channel on April 2, 2025. Blending introspective lyricism with haunting instrumentation, the song delivers a deeply reflective and evocative experience, drawing listeners into its surreal and emotional narrative.

The song explores themes of memory, longing, and existential searching, weaving together cryptic imagery and personal reflections. Through its dreamlike lyrics, it captures the struggle of navigating relationships, self-doubt, and the passage of time. The chorus acts as a mantra of devotion and perseverance, while the verses reveal a fragmented inner dialogue shaped by past experiences and a yearning for connection. With poetic storytelling and layered metaphors, Car Seat Headrest creates an emotionally charged atmosphere that leaves listeners contemplating the weight of nostalgia and the fleeting nature of human existence.

CCF (I’m Gonna Stay With You) Details

Song	CCF (I’m Gonna Stay With You)
Album	The Scholars
Artists	Car Seat Headrest
Written By	Will Toledo, Andrew Katz, Seth Dalby & Ethan Ives
Produced By	Will Toledo
Label	carseatheadrest
Language	English
Released Date	Apr 2, 2025

CCF (I’m Gonna Stay With You) Lyrics

[Intro: Chanticleer]
¡Regalada llaga! (¡Diente del coyote!)
¡Regalada llaga! (¡Diente del coyote!)
Jouez hautbois! (Quatre mille ans!)
Jouez hautbois! (Quatre mille ans!)
Jouez hautbois! (Quatre mille ans!)

[Verse 1: Beolco]
I had a dream last night
Glowing and coursing, shooting streaks of light
Trumpets played and you were at my side
The hunters were gunning with the wolfhound eyes, you looked into mine
And as it bled out into the morning, I was full of wonder
And when I woke up, I was the dregs of the dream, I was its thunder

[Verse 2: Beolco]
I get stuck in my head
Most of what memory tells us is “Watch out, (that shit will hurt us)”
Like I never forget, every lover ranked from worst to best
Making my nest like a blind coyote missing half of his jaw
In the land of the free and the hand of the law

[Verse 3: Beolco]
I select a skin from my parent’s closet, keep the lava in
Every now and then, I see it in them
A silent whisper carried by the wind
Through chaos and din saying
“Let there be fire, Let there be water”

[Chorus: The Silent Whisper]
You collapse on my hearth
I’m gonna stay with you
Next time you come my way
I’m gonna stay with you

[Verse 4: Beolco]
I am a stranger saying “Hi”
To moments in life when I feel alive
When I come down off this cross of mine
A hairsbreadth apart and as far as the sky
Then back on my spine, there was a line that my idols crossed that I could not cross
On the other side is love and right here is loss

[Verse 5: Beolco]
It will be Friday soon
I’m always mourning, Cartoon Cartoon
A thousand ideas piled up in the tomb
At best the new ones just remind me of you
I look around and I’m still alive where no one’s living

[Chorus: The Silent Whisper]
When I’m out of the dark
I’m gonna stay with you
Next time you come my way
I’m gonna stay with you

[Bridge: Beolco]
Hop on a train where it all catches up with me
Or sell my soul to feed my family
12 years, and all I learned to say was grace
They made a telescope and shot it into space
Mom and Dad say:
“Text us when you get there”
“Text us when you get there”

[Outro]
When I’m out of the dark
I’m gonna stay with you
Next time you come my way
(Remember [?] you in the air, everything that you ever wanted to feel, take a look around [?])
I’m gonna stay with you
(And the waves roll on, and they carry it all away)
When I’m out of the dark
(Remember [?] you in the air, everything that you ever wanted to feel, take a look around [?])
I’m gonna stay with you
(And the waves roll on, and they carry it all away)
Next time you come my way
(Remember [?] you in the air, everything that you ever wanted to feel, take a look around [?])
I’m gonna stay with you
(And the waves roll on, and they carry it all away)
(Remember [?] you in the air, everything that you ever wanted to feel, take a look around [?])
(And the waves roll on, and they carry it all away)
(Remember [?] you in the air, everything that you ever wanted to feel, take a look around [?])
(And the waves roll on, and they carry it all away)
(Remember [?] you in the air, everything that you ever wanted to feel, take a look around [?])

CCF (I’m Gonna Stay With You) Lyrics Meaning

[Intro: Chanticleer]
The introduction presents a mysterious and almost ritualistic chant, blending Spanish (“¡Regalada llaga!” meaning “gifted wound”) and French (“Jouez hautbois!” meaning “play oboes!”). These cryptic lines, referencing ancient traditions and mythical imagery, set a surreal tone, hinting at themes of sacrifice and historical weight that will unfold throughout the song.

[Verse 1: Beolco]
Will Toledo opens with a dream sequence filled with luminous visions and a sense of both wonder and impending doom. The trumpets and glowing lights suggest a divine or transformative moment, but the presence of hunters and a bleeding wound hint at vulnerability and danger. As morning arrives, the dream dissipates, leaving behind only its remnants—a metaphor for fleeting hope and the weight of reality crashing down.

[Verse 2: Beolco]
This verse delves into memory and the mind’s tendency to fixate on past pain. The imagery of ranking lovers from worst to best reflects an internal struggle with nostalgia and emotional wounds. The reference to a blind coyote with a missing jaw evokes a sense of survival despite injury, mirroring the way the narrator navigates life’s difficulties in a world governed by external forces like laws and societal expectations.

[Verse 3: Beolco]
A powerful metaphor unfolds as the narrator metaphorically wears the skins of his parents, possibly symbolizing inherited traits or generational burdens. The mention of fire and water suggests elemental forces of destruction and renewal. This verse continues the theme of internal conflict, questioning the influences that shape one’s identity and actions.

[Chorus: The Silent Whisper]
The chorus serves as the emotional anchor of the song, expressing devotion and the desire to remain with someone despite past struggles. It conveys a sense of unwavering commitment, contrasting with the uncertainty and existential searching explored in the verses. The repetition of “I’m gonna stay with you” feels both comforting and desperate, highlighting the push-and-pull of attachment.

[Verse 4: Beolco]
Here, the narrator acknowledges moments of clarity and liveliness, yet there is also a recognition of personal limitations. The reference to coming down from a cross suggests a burden of martyrdom or self-sacrifice, while the divide between love and loss feels insurmountable. The narrator struggles with an invisible boundary, aware that his idols have crossed it, yet he remains stuck in place.

[Verse 5: Beolco]
The verse continues the theme of mourning, possibly for lost ideas, relationships, or even a sense of self. The phrase “Cartoon Cartoon” might evoke childhood nostalgia, contrasting with the weight of accumulated experiences. Despite the sense of stagnation, the narrator recognizes his survival in a lifeless environment, reinforcing the existential loneliness woven throughout the song.

[Chorus: The Silent Whisper]
This repetition of the chorus reinforces the narrator’s desire for connection, serving as a beacon of hope amid uncertainty. The contrast between darkness and light suggests an ongoing struggle to find stability and meaning.

[Bridge: Beolco]
The bridge introduces a sense of inevitability, as the narrator contemplates fate and obligations. The imagery of a train signifies the unstoppable forward motion of life, while selling one’s soul for family hints at sacrifice and compromise. The mention of a telescope being shot into space may symbolize humanity’s search for meaning, juxtaposed with personal struggles that feel both insignificant and overwhelming. The final lines, where parents urge their child to “text us when you get there,” add a personal and relatable touch, reminding the listener of small but profound human connections.

[Outro]
The outro repeats the theme of staying with someone after emerging from darkness, but layered beneath it are fragmented thoughts about longing, dreams, and the passage of time. The waves rolling on and carrying everything away serve as a reminder of impermanence, as memories and emotions eventually fade like the tide. The repetition of distant, echoing phrases reinforces the song’s dreamlike quality, leaving the listener with a lingering sense of both loss and resilience.

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