Upon release, Honeymoon received mostly positive reviews from music critics, appearing on the 2015 best albums lists of many publications. At the time of its release, several critics considered the album Del Rey's best album to date. The album debuted at number two on the US Billboard 200, selling 116,000 units in first week, and peaking at number one in Australia, Greece and Ireland. The album was supported by the release of two singles: "High by the Beach" and "Music to Watch Boys To".
Honeymoon
Lana Del Rey Lyrics
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But you don't go 'cause truly there's nobody for you but me
We could cruise to the blues
Wilshire Boulevard if we choose
Or whatever you want to do
We make the rules
Our honeymoon
Our honeymoon
Our honeymoon
Say you want me too
Say you want me too
Dark blue
Dark blue
We both know the history of violence that surrounds you
But I'm not scared, there's nothing to lose now that I've found you
And we could cruise to the news
Pico Boulevard in your used
Little bullet car if we choose
Mr. born to lose
Our honeymoon
Our honeymoon
Our honeymoon
Say you want me too
Say you want me too
Dark blue
Dark blue
There are violets in your eyes
There are guns that blaze around you
There are roses in between my thighs
And fire that surrounds you
It's no wonder every man in town
Had neither fought nor found you
Everything you do is elusive
To even your honey dew
Our honeymoon
Our honeymoon
Our honeymoon
Dreaming away your life
Dreaming away your life
Dreaming away your life
Dreaming away your life
Dreaming away your life
Dreaming away your life
In "Honeymoon," Lana Del Rey reflects on a relationship that is not accepted by society or perhaps even healthy. She acknowledges that it is not fashionable to love her but feels that the person she is with has no choice because nobody else compares to her. The lyrics "we make the rules" reflect a sense of power in their relationship and that they are in control. The reference to cruising reflects their ability to escape reality and the problems surrounding them.
The two characters, despite being aware of the danger and violence surrounding them, do not fear it because of the bond they have created. The line "there are roses in between my thighs, and a fire that surrounds you" creates an image of passion and intensity, which is a consistent theme in Lana Del Rey's music. The repetition of "dreaming away your life" implies that they are living in a dream-like state and running away from reality.
Overall, "Honeymoon" is a song about two people who are dangerously in love and escaping reality to be together. It explores themes of power dynamics, passion, and escaping the troubles of society.
Line by Line Meaning
We both know that it's not fashionable to love me
We're aware that my unconventional personality, beliefs or attitude are not perceived positively by others.
But you don't go 'cause truly there's nobody for you but me
You stick around because, despite external judgment or criticism, we have a unique connection and bond that cannot be found elsewhere.
We could cruise to the blues
Wilshire Boulevard if we choose
Or whatever you want to do
We make the rules
We have the freedom and power to do what we want without caring about what others think. Our love is independent and limitless.
Our honeymoon
Our honeymoon
Our honeymoon
Say you want me too
Say you want me too
Dark blue
Dark blue
Our private world together is like a beautiful, deep blue honeymoon that we don't want to end. We need each other and want to hear it from each other.
We both know the history of violence that surrounds you
I'm aware that you may have a troubled past or may be tangled up in danger and chaos.
But I'm not scared, there's nothing to lose now that I've found you
I'm not afraid of any potential danger because I feel like I have nothing to lose now that I have found you. You are worth the risks.
And we could cruise to the news
Pico Boulevard in your used
Little bullet car if we choose
Mr. born to lose
We have the option to do whatever we want, even if it seems risky, because we enjoy the thrill and excitement together. We don't mind being seen as outcasts or rebels.
There are violets in your eyes
There are guns that blaze around you
There are roses in between my thighs
And a fire that surrounds you
It's no wonder every man in town
Had neither fought nor found you
Everything you do is elusive
To even your honey dew
You are a complex and multifaceted person, with both soft and dangerous qualities that attract and intrigue me. You have a unique allure that makes it hard for anyone to fully understand or possess you.
Our honeymoon
Our honeymoon
Our honeymoon
Dreaming away your life
Dreaming away your life
Dreaming away your life
Dreaming away your life
Dreaming away your life
Dreaming away your life
Our relationship feels like an escape from reality, a beautiful dream that we wish would last forever. We forget about the world and sink into each other.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ELIZABETH GRANT, RICK NOWELS
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Robert Cochran
on West Coast
Amazing how the film maker lifted the filming of this video directly from the Chet Baker documentary Let's Get Lost - black & white hanging at the beach and cruising in the backs of convertables
ciggywater
on National Anthem
such a goddess
Abygail Fernandez Smith
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Inside Bilderberg
on Cruel World
Love this song.
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Dawit Dawit
on Ultraviolence
nice
Dawit Dawit
on West Coast
best