Where Did the Party Go
Fall Out Boy Lyrics

Na, na, na, na, na, na, Na, na, na, na, na
Repetitive emphasis on the nostalgia and longing for a past that is unattainable.

I'm here to collect your hearts, It's the only reason that I sing I don't believe a word you say, But I can't stop listening
The singer is only in it for the attention of others, not necessarily the validity of their words.

This is the story of how they met, Her picture was on the back of a pack of cigarettes, And when she touched him he turned ruby red A story that they'll never forget Never forget
The story of two people meeting in an unconventional way that has left an indelible mark on their hearts and minds.

And all the boys are smoking Menthol's, Girls are getting back rubs, I will drift to you if you make yourself shake fast enough
A description of a party where everyone is indulging in their own version of vices, and the singer is waiting for someone to make the first move toward romance.

My old aches become new again My old friends become ex's again
Nostalgia for past mistakes and relationships.

Oh where did the party go? We were ending it on the phone I'm not gonna go home alone Where, where did the party go?
Questioning where the fun and excitement of their past has disappeared to, specifically in the context of a situation where they are about to end a phone call.

I know I expect too much And not enough all at once You know I only wanted fun And you got me all fucked up Oh no
Acknowledgment of the mixed signals and emotions in a relationship that has left the singer feeling overwhelmed.

I looked for your name on the Ouija board And you're making magic oh dear lord You and me are the difference between real love And the love on TV, love on TV
Desire for a deeper connection in the relationship beyond surface-level pleasure or entertainment value.

All the kids who screamed (we weren't the same) In sweaty rooms Now we're doomed to organizing walk-in closets like tombs Silent film stars stuck in talking cinema light So let's fade away together one dream at a time
Comparison of the excitement and passion of youth to the mundanity of adult life, and a wish for an escape from it.

Na, na, na, na, na, na, Na, na, na, na
Reprise of the repetitive emphasis on the nostalgia and longing for a past that is unattainable.

Oh where did the party go? We were ending it on the phone I'm not gonna go home alone Where, where did the party go?
Final questioning of where the fun and excitement of their past has disappeared to, specifically in the context of not wanting to end up alone.