The band released its debut single "Hip to My Heart" in 2009 and their second single; "If I Die Young", was released June 7, 2010. It peaked at #19 on the Hot 100, making it their biggest hit.
Their website can be found at www.thebandperry.com.
Stay In The Dark
The Band Perry Lyrics
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Eyes closed, where we going?
Here I am with my arms wide open
Go 'head, close the curtains
I don't care where we'll end up
Right now, let's be in love
Here I am with my heart wide open
Go 'head, close the curtains
Lately, things been getting so crazy
I'm feeling like my heart hates me
It's racing
I just wanna stay in the dark (ooh, ooh)
Turn off all the lights
Come hold me tight
Where we going?
I just wanna stay in the dark (ooh, ooh)
Turn off all the lights
Come hold me tight
And get me going
I just wanna stay in the dark
Oh oh oh, it feels so good tonight
Yeah, I just wanna stay in the dark
Who knows what we're missing
It's our world, it's our business
Here I am, I'm with you on a mission
We ain't got tunnel vision
Lately, things been getting so crazy
I'm feeling like my heart hates me
It's racing
I just wanna stay in the dark (ooh, ooh)
Turn off all the lights
Come hold me tight
Where we going?
I just wanna stay in the dark (ooh, ooh)
Turn off all the lights
Come hold me tight
And get me going
I just wanna stay in the dark
Oh oh oh, it feels so good tonight
Yeah, I just wanna stay in the dark
Oh oh oh, it feels so good tonight
Yeah, I just wanna stay in the dark
No, I can't sleep
No, I can't speak
Feel my heartbeat
Hey, hey, hey
No, I can't speak
No, I can't sleep
Feel my heartbeat
I just wanna stay in the dark (ooh, ooh)
Turn off all the lights
Come hold me tight
Where we going?
I just wanna stay in the dark (ooh, ooh)
Turn off all the lights
Come hold me tight
And get me going
I just wanna stay in the dark
Oh oh oh, it feels so good tonight
No, I can't sleep
No, I can't speak
Yeah, I just wanna stay in the dark
Oh oh oh, it feels so good tonight
No, I can't speak
No, I can't sleep
Yeah, I just wanna stay in the dark
The lyrics to The Band Perry's song "Stay In The Dark" captures the desire to escape from the chaos and craziness of the world and find solace and intimacy in a moment of love. The opening lines set the scene, with the singer acknowledging that they are fully present in the moment, ready to embrace love with open arms. They don't care about where they will end up, they just want to be in love right now.
The chorus reflects the longing to stay in the darkness, both metaphorically and literally. Turning off all the lights represents shutting out the distractions and noise of the outside world and creating a private space for just the two of them. The singer wants to be held tight and find comfort in the darkness, allowing their heart to slow down and escape from the racing thoughts and worries that have been burdening them.
The lyrics also convey a sense of exploration and adventure within this intimate connection. The line "Who knows what we're missing, it's our world, it's our business" suggests a willingness to take risks and break away from societal expectations. They emphasize that they are not confined by narrow perspectives and have a broader vision of what their relationship can be.
The repeated lines "No, I can't sleep, no, I can't speak, feel my heartbeat" express the intensity and excitement of being in the presence of the person they love. It highlights the physical and emotional sensations that overwhelm them in the darkness.
Line by Line Meaning
Here we are in this moment
We are presently experiencing this particular time
Eyes closed, where we going?
With our eyes shut, where are we headed?
Here I am with my arms wide open
I am standing here with my arms spread wide
Go 'head, close the curtains
Go ahead and shut the curtains
I don't care where we'll end up
I have no concern about our eventual destination
Right now, let's be in love
At this moment, let us experience love
Here I am with my heart wide open
I am present with my heart fully open
Go 'head, close the curtains
Go ahead and shut the curtains
Lately, things been getting so crazy
Recently, things have become extremely chaotic
I'm feeling like my heart hates me
I feel as though my own heart is against me
It's racing
It is beating rapidly
I just wanna stay in the dark (ooh, ooh)
I simply wish to remain in the darkness
Turn off all the lights
Switch off every source of illumination
Come hold me tight
Come embrace me firmly
Where we going?
To where are we headed?
And get me going
And make me feel alive and excited
Oh oh oh, it feels so good tonight
Oh, it feels incredibly satisfying this evening
Who knows what we're missing
No one knows what opportunities we are passing up
It's our world, it's our business
This is our realm and our affair
Here I am, I'm with you on a mission
I am here, accompanying you on a quest
We ain't got tunnel vision
We do not possess a narrow focus
No, I can't sleep
No, I am unable to sleep
No, I can't speak
No, I cannot speak
Feel my heartbeat
Sense the rhythm of my heart
Hey, hey, hey
An exclamation of surprise or excitement
I just wanna stay in the dark (ooh, ooh)
I simply desire to remain in the darkness
Oh oh oh, it feels so good tonight
Oh, it feels incredibly satisfying this evening
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: JENNA ANDREWS, BENNY CASSETTE, KIMBERLY PERRY, NEIL PERRY, REID PERRY
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