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Yellow Light -
Pharrell Williams Lyrics


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The yellow light shining down
The yellow light shining down
The yellow light shining down
The yellow light shining
1, 2, 1, 2
Everybody
Let's go!
Oh, hey!

Everyone's overdosing the blue light use
United States of anxiety continues
The brat is in his tower singing the flag burning blues
But we feel like the nuts 'cause we feel the screws
We don't care 'bout no fit
We don't care 'bout no trouble
We just wanna get in
Let's make out like we're lovers

So much for taking it slow
Now everybody knows
Here we go!

The yellow light shining down (Congratulations)
The yellow light shining down (Whoopi do)
The yellow light shining down (You control the world now)
The yellow light shining down (Look at you)
The yellow light shining down (I said 'Hey!')
The yellow light shining down (There's a higher power)
The yellow light shining down (Like a yellow light)
The yellow light shining down

When the stupid gets injected
The sunlight's the best disinfectant
Oh, just let the sun dry
It be like that sometimes
We don't care 'bout no fit
We don't care 'bout no trouble
We just wanna get in
Let's make out like we're lovers

So much for taking it slow
Now everybody knows
Here we go!

The yellow light shining down (Congratulations)
The yellow light shining down (Whoopi do)
The yellow light shining down (You control the world now)
The yellow light shining down (Look at you)
The yellow light shining down (I said 'Hey!')
The yellow light shining down (There's a higher power)
The yellow light shining down (Like a yellow light)
The yellow light shining down

Kill whatever you want
And undo what was done
But one thing you can't kill is the fun

The yellow light shining down (Congratulations)
The yellow light shining down (Whoopi do)
The yellow light shining down (You control the world now)
The yellow light shining down (Look at you)
The yellow light shining down (I said 'Hey!')
The yellow light shining down (There's a higher power)
The yellow light shining down (Like a yellow light)
The yellow light shining down

So much for taking it slow
Now everybody knows
Here we go!

Here we go!

So much for taking it slow
Now everybody knows
Here we go!

The yellow light shining down (Congratulations)
The yellow light shining down (Whoopi do)
The yellow light shining down (You control the world now)
The yellow light shining down (Look at you)
The yellow light shining down (I said 'Hey!')
The yellow light shining down (There's a higher power)
The yellow light shining down (Like a yellow light)
The yellow light shining down

Overall Meaning

"Yellow Light" by Pharrell Williams is a song that examines the current state of the United States, with a critical eye to what America is becoming. The song opens with the repeated phrase, "The yellow light shining down," which serves as a metaphor for the state of America being at a cautionary stage. The lyrics discuss the nation's anxieties in the current climate, with a nod to the president and the nation's situation.


The lyrics suggest that the public is being overwhelmed by the continuous onslaught of "blue light use" and "United States of anxiety" and that people are feeling like "nuts" because they "feel the screws". The song is a commentary on the political landscape in America and its leadership.


To cope with the nation's problems, the song suggests that people turn a blind eye to the problems by ignoring the negative news, revel in the moment, and just "make out like we're lovers". The song suggests taking a break from our anxieties and worries and enjoying the moment while we can.


Overall, the song is a call to see beyond the negative news, detach ourselves from the anxieties and worries the world is throwing at us, and find joy in the moment.


Line by Line Meaning

The yellow light shining down
It is a metaphor for the way that society is changing, and how people are becoming more anxious and overwhelmed.


The yellow light shining
People are realizing that there is a higher power at work, and that we need to be more aware of our actions and how they affect others.


1, 2, 1, 2
This line is a call to action, urging people to wake up and take notice of what is happening in the world around them.


Everybody
The artist is addressing everyone, trying to reach out and connect with them on a deeper level.


Let's go!
The artist is urging people to take action, to get involved and make a difference in the world.


Oh, hey!
This line is a greeting, an attempt to connect with the audience and create a sense of community.


Everyone's overdosing the blue light use
People are becoming addicted to technology and social media, leading to anxiety and a sense of disconnection from the real world.


United States of anxiety continues
The artist is commenting on the state of the country, and how anxiety and stress are becoming more prevalent.


The brat is in his tower singing the flag burning blues
This line is a commentary on the current political climate, and how politicians are using fear-mongering and divisive rhetoric to gain power.


But we feel like the nuts 'cause we feel the screws
Despite their feelings of anxiety and confusion, people still feel like they are in control of their own lives, even if they feel powerless to change the system.


We don't care 'bout no fit
The singer is rejecting societal norms and expectations, and urging people to be true to themselves.


We don't care 'bout no trouble
The artist is encouraging people to take risks and break out of their comfort zones, regardless of the potential consequences.


We just wanna get in
The singer is emphasizing the importance of inclusion and belonging, and urging people to connect with others on a deeper level.


Let's make out like we're lovers
This line is a metaphor for connection and intimacy, urging people to be more open and vulnerable with one another.


When the stupid gets injected
The singer is commenting on the spread of misinformation and propaganda, and how it can be harmful to society as a whole.


The sunlight's the best disinfectant
The artist is suggesting that the truth is the best way to combat ignorance and falsehoods, and that transparency is important in creating a better world.


Oh, just let the sun dry
This line is a metaphor for facing problems head-on, and not running away from them or trying to hide them.


Kill whatever you want
The singer is rejecting the idea that some things are too precious or important to be sacrificed for the greater good, and urging people to do what needs to be done to make the world a better place.


And undo what was done
The singer is acknowledging that some things cannot be undone, but that it is important to learn from mistakes and move on.


But one thing you can't kill is the fun
The artist is emphasizing the importance of joy and positivity, even in the face of adversity.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: PHARRELL WILLIAMS

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