On Rebound

A girl who dates and dumps for the thrill, chasing the emotional high of heartbreak. Set in the MySpace era, it’s a cheeky, chaotic anthem for anyone addicted to the rush, not the romance.

Track Number: 13
Artist: Metanoia
Album: I Am Unwell
Year: 2004
Runtime: 6:01
Catalog (CD): SYNC04 31811-CD ALB-15ST US #T13
Digital: SYN04 31811-DD REI-35STSE US #T13
BPM: 80
Mood: Reckless

VERSE AND CHORUS

Song Lyrics

He buys me daisies, holds my hand
Says he’s not like other men
But I don’t flinch, I play pretend
Counting down to when this ends

I kiss him soft, then kiss him mean
Watch his face shift from green to grief
I don’t feel love, but I feel seen
In the crash before the clean

It’s not the fall, it’s the ricochet
I’m not the cure, I’m the getaway

I’m not in it for the long haul, baby
I just love the rush before it all goes down
Tears on the screen, and voicemail maybe
But I’m already looking for another crown

Don’t call it heartbreak, call it a playground
I only date to dump to get on rebound

I fake the future with my smile
Let him linger for a while
Whisper dreams beneath the light
Then I bail like a bad prom night

I don’t want real, I want release
Not the man, just the dopamine
The emptiness is so pristine
Like a pill dipped in gasoline

It’s not the man, it’s the aftermath
The silence hits, and baby, I laugh

I’m not in it for the long haul, baby
I just love the rush before it all goes down
Tears on the screen, and voicemail maybe
But I’m already looking for another crown

Don’t call it heartbreak, call it a playground
I only date to dump to get on rebound

Don’t need a ring, don’t need a plan
I only want the wreck, not the man
Chase me, break me, beg me to stay
But I’m halfway out by the second date

“He said, ‘Was it even real?’
I said, ‘You were a trampoline
And baby, I needed to feel the fall.'”

I’m not in it for the long haul, baby
I just love the rush before it all goes down
Tears on the screen, and voicemail maybe
But I’m already looking for another crown

Don’t call it heartbreak, call it a playground
I only date to dump to get on rebound
Yeah, I’m addicted to the sound…
Of my heels walking out on rebound

Releases

Explore the full range of formats for this release, from timeless classics to modern editions. Whether you’re a collector or discovering it for the first time, find the version that suits your style:

    • Compact Disc (2004) – The original CD edition for crisp, high-quality audio.
    • Cassette (2004) – A nostalgic throwback with analog warmth, perfect for retro enthusiasts.
    • 20th Anniversary Re-Release (2024) – A commemorative edition celebrating three decades, including remastered tracks and rare content.
    • Digital Download (2004) – Instant access to the album in high-quality digital formats, compatible with your favorite devices.
    • Vinyl (2018) – The classic listening experience on high-grade vinyl, featuring rich sound and collectible artwork.