One Way Street - by LuCash - (c) Mark Lanegan

The song "One Way Street" by Mark Lanegan is a reflection on the struggles and futility of life. It speaks of the singer's journey through different experiences, from the beauty of starlight to the pitfalls of fame and addiction. He laments being stuck in a "one way street," referring to his helplessness in the face of these difficulties that seem to have no resolution. The chorus hammers home this helplessness and his need to cry in order to get it down. Ultimately, the song is a reminder of the painful but necessary voyages each person must take in life in order to grow and find peace.
Mark William Lanegan (November 25, 1964 - February 22, 2022) was an American singer, songwriter, and poet. First becoming prominent as the lead singer for the early grunge band Screaming Trees, he was also known as a member of Queens of the Stone Age and The Gutter Twins.