Raisin' Hell
Summer Nights: Embracing Freedom and Mischief
Lyrics
Hey there darlin how ya doin tonight?
Opening greeting and inquiry about the person's well-being.
Would you like to have a drink and watch the fire flies
Invitation to share a drink and enjoy the night while observing fireflies.
Under the sweet summer sky
Setting the scene of a pleasant evening under the summer sky.
It’s 11:45 on a Tuesday night
Specific time reference on a Tuesday night.
But we don’t give a damn ‘cause it’s all alright
Expressing a carefree attitude despite the late hour.
When you are by my side
Highlighting the joy and comfort of being together.
Just you and I
Emphasizing the intimacy between the two individuals.
And there’s nothin’ that’ll ever slow us down
Declaring a determination to face challenges without slowing down.
On a summer night lost somewhere in our hometown
Referencing shared memories in their hometown during summer nights.
‘Cause there’s always mischief to find on those late night rides
Indicating a penchant for finding trouble during late-night adventures.
Goin’ to parties and bars like it’s goin’ out of style
Describing a lively social life, attending parties and bars with enthusiasm.
There’s nothin’ like gettin’ high
Suggesting the enjoyment of recreational activities, possibly including substance use.
And watchin’ the summer sun rise
Expressing the beauty of watching the sunrise after a night of revelry.
And the shows outside underneath those stars
Acknowledging the charm of outdoor shows beneath the stars.
Where we seem to find out who we really are
Reflecting on how such experiences reveal one's true self.
What’s in store for tomorrow we never can tell
Uncertainty about the future and anticipation for upcoming adventures.
But we’re probably gonna raise some hell
A declaration of the likelihood of causing mischief and having a rebellious time.
Yeah we’re probably gonna raise some hell
-And there’s something about you in this moonlight
Expressing fascination with the person under the moonlight.
That I can’t seem to get off my mind
Admitting difficulty in getting the person out of one's thoughts.
You got me all shook up
Feeling excited and anxious about the person's actions or emotions.
Just wonderin’ what’s in your cup
Curiosity about the contents of the person's cup, possibly implying a shared drink.
And the warmth in the air has us dancin’ around
Describing the warmth in the air and the carefree dancing it inspires.
Got us actin’ like we must own the town
Feeling a sense of ownership and confidence for the night.
Well for tonight we do
Acknowledging the temporary but significant control over the town for the night.
And forever it’s me and you
Expressing a commitment to each other lasting beyond the current night.
And I don’t think I would have it any other way
Affirming satisfaction with the current situation and relationship.
When I come home again someday I hope there’s still
Expressing a hope for the continuation of the mischief in the future.
All that mischief to find on those late night rides
Reiteration of the theme of mischief, parties, and self-discovery during summer nights.
Goin’ to parties and bars like it’s goin’ out of style
-There’s nothin’ like gettin’ high
-And watchin’ the summer sun rise
-And the shows outside underneath those stars
-Where we seem to find out who we really are
-What’s in store for tomorrow we never can tell
-But we’re probably gonna raise some hell
Reaffirming the likelihood of causing trouble and having a wild time.
Yeah we’re probably gonna raise some hell
-And there’s nothin’ that’ll ever slow us down
Reiterating the determination to remain unstoppable.
On a summer night lost somewhere in our hometown
Recalling the idea of mischief during summer nights in their hometown.
‘Cause there’s always mischief to find on those late night rides
Repetition of the theme of late-night adventures, parties, and self-discovery.
Goin’ to parties and bars like it’s goin’ out of style
-There’s nothin’ like gettin’ high
-And watchin’ the summer sun rise
-And the shows outside underneath those stars
-Where we seem to find out who we really are
-What’s in store for tomorrow we never can tell
-But there’s probably gonna be some
Anticipating the likelihood of more mischief in the future.
Mischief to find on those late night rides
Continuation of the themes of late-night rides, parties, and self-discovery.
Goin’ to parties and bars like it’s goin’ out of style
-There’s nothin’ like gettin’ high
-And watchin’ the summer sun rise
-And the shows outside underneath those stars
-Where we seem to find out who we really are
-What’s in store for tomorrow we never can tell
-But we’re probably gonna raise some hell
Final declaration of the likelihood of causing trouble and raising hell.
Yeah we’re probably gonna raise some hell
-Yeah we’re probably gonna raise some hell
-Yeah we’re probably gonna raise some hell
Concluding the song with a strong affirmation of the intention to raise hell.
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