Nights Off
Nights Off: Embracing Escape and the Fear of Growing Up
Lyrics
She lives in outer space
Expresses that the subject of the song lives in a distant or metaphorical place, suggesting a sense of detachment or otherworldliness.
Where the stars don't fade
Highlights a place where the stars do not lose their brightness, possibly symbolizing constancy or a timeless quality.
I never said that I didn't want that
Confirms a desire for the mentioned lifestyle in outer space, contradicting any previous denials of that desire.
I made a wish but I couldn't blow the fire out
Refers to an unsuccessful attempt to extinguish a metaphorical fire, indicating a challenge or unfulfilled wish.
I get it all the time
Suggests the speaker frequently encounters a particular situation or feeling.
I'm not going over
Declares a refusal to surpass a certain limit or threshold, possibly indicating a reluctance to move forward.
I've got better things to with my nights off
States the speaker has more worthwhile activities during their free time, emphasizing a need for meaningful pursuits.
She only likes me when I'm sober
Indicates that the mentioned person only shows affection or interest when the speaker is not under the influence of substances.
I'm not growing up
Affirms a resistance to the idea of maturing or embracing adult responsibilities.
I sometimes feel afraid
Admits occasional feelings of fear, adding a layer of vulnerability to the speaker's character.
That she will not stay
Expresses concern or uncertainty about the subject's willingness to stay in the speaker's life.
I know I said that I didn't want that
Reiterates a previous declaration of not desiring a certain outcome, possibly reflecting inner conflict.
But they made up their minds
Implies that others have already made decisions or judgments, influencing the situation and potentially limiting options.
She's not gonna come back
States a belief that the subject will not return, suggesting a sense of finality or acceptance.
You know I get it all the time
Reiterates the speaker's frequent encounter with a specific situation or emotion.
I'm not going over
Repeats the refusal to exceed a certain limit, emphasizing a commitment to staying within established boundaries.
I've got better things to with my nights off
Restates the speaker's prioritization of meaningful activities during their free time.
She only likes me when I'm sober
Reaffirms that the person in question shows affection or interest only when the speaker is not influenced by substances.
I'm not growing up
Reiterates the speaker's resistance to the idea of growing up or taking on adult responsibilities.
Oh I don't wanna love her
Expresses a reluctance or unwillingness to love the mentioned person.
I've got better things to with my nights off
Emphasizes the speaker's commitment to more meaningful activities during their free time.
She only likes me when I'm sober
Repeats that the person in question only expresses interest when the speaker is not under the influence.
I'm not growing up
Restates the speaker's resistance to the idea of growing up or maturing.
I just wanna get drunk
Expresses a desire to indulge in the act of getting drunk, possibly as a form of escape or release.
I just wanna get drunk
Reiterates the speaker's desire to get drunk, emphasizing a specific form of release or coping mechanism.
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