Low-key, no pressure, just hang with me and my weather
Low-key, no pressure, just hang with me and my weather

Rose-colored boy
I hear you making all that noise
About the world you want to see
And oh, I'm so annoyed
'Cause I just killed off what was left of the optimist in me, ooh

But hearts are breaking, and wars are raging on
And I have taken my glasses off
You got me nervous
I'm right at the end of my rope
A half-empty girl
Don't make me laugh, I'll choke

Just let me cry a little bit longer
I ain't gon' smile if I don't want to
Hey man, we all can't be like you
I wish we were all rose-colored too
My rose-colored boy

Low-key, no pressure, just hang with me and my weather

I want you to stop insisting that I'm not a lost cause
'Cause I've been through a lot
Really all I've got is just to stay pissed off
If it's alright by you

But hearts are breaking, and wars are raging on
And I have taken my glasses off
You got me nervous
And you're turning it into a joke
A half-empty girl
Don't make me laugh, I'll

Just let me cry a little bit longer
I ain't gon' smile if I don't want to
Hey, man, we all can't be like you
I wish we were all rose-colored too
My rose-colored boy

Mhm-mmh, ooh

Leave me here a little bit longer
I think I wanna stay in the car
I don't want anybody seeing me cry now
You say, "We gotta look on the bright side"
I say, "Well maybe if you wanna go blind"
You say my eyes are getting too dark now
But boy, you ain't ever seen my mind

Just let me cry a little bit longer
I ain't gon' smile if I don't want to
Hey, man, we all can't be like you
I wish we were all rose-colored too
My rose-colored

Just let me cry (cry) a little bit longer
I ain't gon' smile if I don't want to
I know we all can't be like you
I wish we were all rose-colored too
My rose-colored boy

Low-key, no pressure, just hang with me and my weather
Low-key, no pressure, just hang with me and my weather

Overall Meaning

The song "Rose-Colored Boy" by Paramore is a commentary on how difficult it can be to maintain a positive outlook on life when the world is filled with so much despair. The opening lyrics "Low-key, no pressure, just hang with me and my weather" establish the tone of the song as being one of comfort, without any expectations or pressure. However, this moment of respite is short-lived as the chorus begins with the line "Rose-colored boy, I hear you making all that noise" which is an indictment of those who maintain a relentlessly positive perspective on life. The singer of the song is annoyed with this kind of optimism, as it clashes with the harsh realities of the world.

The second verse further illustrates this point as the singer reveals that they are "a half-empty girl" who cannot "smile if [they] don't want to". They want to be allowed to feel their emotions, to cry if they need to, instead of being pressured into putting on a facade of happiness. The bridge of the song is particularly powerful as the singer begs to be left alone, to "stay in the car" and cry in private. They reject the idea of "looking on the bright side" as being naive and instead embrace the darkness, proclaiming "boy, you ain't ever seen my mind".

Line by Line Meaning

Low-key, no pressure, just hang with me and my weather
I’m feeling down and don't want any pressure. Just be with me in my bad mood and accept me as I am

Rose-colored boy
You act like the world is perfect and it's starting to irritate me

I hear you making all that noise
You're talking a lot about your perfect world, but it's not realistic

About the world you want to see
You're describing the unrealistic world you wish you lived in

And oh, I'm so annoyed
Your idealistic views are making me upset

'Cause I just killed off what was left of the optimist in me, ooh
Your optimism is clashing with my pessimism, and it's bringing me down

But hearts are breaking, and wars are raging on
The world is in a dark place, and I can't ignore it

And I have taken my glasses off
I'm seeing the world for what it really is, not through rose-tinted glasses

You got me nervous
Your constant positivity is making me anxious

I'm right at the end of my rope
I feel like I'm about to snap under the pressure of your unrealistic views

A half-empty girl
I see the world as half-empty, not half-full

Don't make me laugh, I'll choke
I can't handle your happy-go-lucky attitude right now

Just let me cry a little bit longer
I need to let out my emotions and be sad for a while

I ain't gon' smile if I don't want to
I'm not going to put on a happy face just to please you

Hey man, we all can't be like you
I can't be as optimistic as you are, and that's okay

I wish we were all rose-colored too
I wish I had your optimistic view on life, but I don't

My rose-colored boy
You're living in a dream world, and I can't keep up

I want you to stop insisting that I'm not a lost cause
I'm tired of you trying to change me and make me more like you

'Cause I've been through a lot
I've had a rough life, and I can't just suddenly become happy all the time

Really all I've got is just to stay pissed off
Being angry is how I cope with my problems

And you're turning it into a joke
You're not taking my problems seriously and it's making me feel worse

Leave me here a little bit longer
I need some time alone to process my emotions and be sad

I think I wanna stay in the car
I don't want to face the world and put on a happy face right now

I don't want anybody seeing me cry now
I'm ashamed of my sadness and don't want anyone to see me vulnerable

You say, 'We gotta look on the bright side'
You think that being optimistic is the solution to all problems

I say, 'Well maybe if you wanna go blind'
I'm warning you that being overly optimistic can be unhealthy

You say my eyes are getting too dark now
You think that my sadness is taking over me and that I need to be more positive

But boy, you ain't ever seen my mind
You don't fully understand what's going on in my head and how I'm feeling

Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Hayley Nichole Williams, Taylor York, Zach Farro

Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@hectorhernandezpineda5559

3y↑31

Low-key, no pressure
Just hang with me and my weather
Low-key, no pressure
Just hang with me and my weather

Rose-colored boy
I hear you making all that noise
About the world you want to see
And oh, I’m so annoyed
Because I just killed off
What was left of the optimist in me

Hearts are breaking
Wars are raging on
And I have taken my glasses off
You got me nervous
I’m right at the end of my rope
A half-empty girl
Don’t make me laugh, I’ll choke

Just let me cry a little bit longer
I ain’t going to smile if I don’t want to
Hey man, we all can’t be like you
I wish we were all rose-colored too
My rose-colored boy

Low-key, no pressure
Just hang with me and my weather

And I want you to stop insisting
That I’m not a lost cause
Because I’ve been through a lot
Really all I’ve got is just to stay pissed off
If it’s alright by you

But hearts are breaking
And wars are raging on
And I have taken my glasses off
You got me nervous
When you’re turning it into a joke
A half-empty girl
Don’t make me laugh, I’ll...

Just let me cry a little bit longer
I ain’t going to smile if I don’t want to
Hey, man, we all can’t be like you
I wish we were all rose-colored too
My rose-colored boy

Leave me here a little bit longer
I think I want to stay in the car
I don’t want anybody seeing me cry now
You say "We got to look on the bright side"
I say "Well maybe if you want to go blind"
You say my eyes are getting too dark now
But boy, you ain’t ever seen my mind

Just let me cry a little bit longer
I ain’t going to smile if I don’t want to
Hey, man, we all can’t be like you
I wish we were all rose-colored too
My rose-colored boy
Just let me cry a little bit longer
I ain’t going to smile if I don’t want to
I know we all can’t be like you
I wish we were all rose-colored too
My rose-colored boy

Low-key, no pressure,
Just hang with me and my weather
Low-key, no pressure
Just hang with me and my weather

All comments from YouTube:

@caseygibson7266

6y↑15.4K

I love how the whole album is basically depression to an 80s beat. Very aesthetic.

@TheIncredabad69

5y↑257

That's basically my life

@lunatheworld

5y↑140

Literally my entire existence lmfaooo

@TheIncredabad69

5y↑43

@chrissy christoff not necessarily saying she's depressed or that she exactly meant to make the album about that, just saying that's the vibe i get from it because it fits well enough what i know from my experience. If you get a different feeling from it or maybe less intense version, whatever you wanna say about it, then that's fine too

@bowmmasterpro1526

5y↑50

@@TheIncredabad69 After laughter is about depression so

@TheIncredabad69

5y↑4

@@bowmmasterpro1526 makes sense to me

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@user-gk5go6ts3y

6y↑5.6K

Ah, upbeat music with a dark twist. My aesthetic.

@mattm.6909

6y↑32

A Same....just like Glowing eyes?

@ravenchild7517

6y↑3

A Me too!

@arcticedge2022

6y↑17

A

Like Pumped Up Kicks?

@arcticedge2022

6y↑6

A

Or maybe Feel It Still?

@idk-uk8gp

6y↑1

Heyyy me too!!!

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@rob.abando

4y↑8.2K

This song best describes what toxic positivity is.

@Robynelli

4y↑54

Yes!!

@nicom4996

4y↑17

Hum wow

@Jsilveira309

4y↑156

You know I don't think I've ever heard it referred to it as toxic positivity, but that's a pretty good way of putting it

@Reyes911

4y↑57

trashomancer duditon I think he means forced positivity

@MadMax-gp5kb

4y↑283

"We define toxic positivity as the excessive and ineffective overgeneralization of a happy, optimistic state across all situations. The process of toxic positivity results in the denial, minimization, and invalidation of the authentic human emotional experience."
For y'all, it exists and it's pretty harmful, bottling up all your negative emotions and keep a "happy" facade it's not healthy

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@gabrielasantosevan

3y↑1.2K

they literally go from punk rock to vintage without mistakes

@slimshady0005

3y↑6

Verdade

@allansiqueira1265

2y↑3

@@slimshady0005 sim linda vdd

@scarletthegreat4808

2y↑7

That basically sums up No Doubt too

@flabbyballsack

1y↑11

I promise you that Paramore was never punk.

@jckeyser79

1y↑4

@@flabbyballsack That's not really your decision.

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@jayveegamboa9686

6y↑479

1:03 saying "just let me cry a little bit longer" while smiling like that is heartbreaking

@alondraberruojeda6871

6y↑8

eve tilm it really is.

@linksey

6y↑17

After going back to look at it, that hurts. I've been there. Smiling while hurting inside is the worst.

@rbassist

6y↑11

that's just a normal day for me. Her lyrics inspire me to stop, but sometimes it's hard

@amberp3979

6y↑4

This whole video & the song are very relatable for me. 😔

@JayK47a

That was the point :):

@MelanieAnneAhern

6y↑5.4K

For some reason the “smile more” part is what got me the most.

@justaguy9041

6y↑85

Melanie Anne Ahern Hear it allot, Along with if you had a better attitude you would feel better

@xsteckax

6y↑89

That's because we are women and this is what we hear the most, unfortanelly.

@hvt199

6y↑40

Prob because as women we've heard it 30025849584295 million times in our lives.

@kevinv.6146

6y↑69

Stephani Miatello oh no, I’m a dude and I get it all the time at work. It sucks.

@michalgabai5075

6y↑20

dont let them know what ur against or what ur for

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@amyfaux1261

3y↑1K

Hayley is actually a pretty decent actor. A lot of music videos can be a bit cringey and awkward because of the artist - which is fine, they aren't actors so we can't expect much - but I find Hayley really believable as an actress. She has great microexpressions.

@AnnE-dj9iw

2y↑27

Her acting in this video was superb but the younger recording scene was really subpar. I wish she could play it out better bcs that opening through out especially the ending was .... life's like.

@xgalarion8659

2y↑32

Thank you for noticing that. People don't realize that good acting is all in the microexpressions.

@yesfiraswa

1y↑1

bro really went from a chilly girl into a madman

@Boleskinebeatz

1y↑1

Exactly this...

@DJKinney

27w

@@xgalarion8659well. Stage actors might take issue with that "expert" assessment.

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@Amber_xo_133

4y↑2.8K

This song was written as a call for people to be more open about their mental health. "'Rose-Colored Boy' is a song about feeling pressured to look at the world with blind optimism when you actually feel very hopeless about the world and your part in it," the band explained "There is so much social pressure to be (or appear to be) "happy" that we can actually feel shame when we aren't."

"Adding shame to sadness is a pretty toxic cocktail," they added. "It's hard enough to deal with sadness, depression, or any type of anxiety without the added societal expectations. It's important and more healing to meet people where they're at – EMPATHY – than to try and paint everything rosy."

@Cristina-vb2xj

Pásame ramorq la un de la A se AA si

. Se siparamoreQ al paramote0 de qp los el ok pq
Parptwyy de el

@StarlightJosh

❤️

@rexygama7697

2y↑3

thank you for the description!

@nikkicabanero7937

1y↑1

Up!

@Rudxain

51w↑6

Now I understand why at 1:02 she says "just let me cry", and makes a very fake smile that screams "KILL ME NOW! TAKE ME OUT OF THIS HELL!"

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@amphibious6590

5y↑3.1K

Turn quality to 240p for full aesthetic

@safwanshah3734

5y↑57

thank you.

@olsonandfriends

5y↑66

Oh wow that's wild XD

@Marcosvgdss

5y↑29

P E R F E C T

@alicelalhrietzing1674

5y↑36

I had to because my data is running out. And yes, it does give it that full aesthetic 😝

@PanjulKrenz469

5y↑14

and I watch it at my BlackBerry 9780 Onyx 2

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@Mist_R

6y↑533

This is sad people's happy song. The entire album is.

@mlenamendoza11

6y↑5

So accurate!!! <3

@zee-wx7vk

6y↑2

IKR BUT I LOVE IT

@itsrobinyall

6y↑2

I know

@7991ot

6y↑2

Fake happy 🙃

@siv3601

6y↑2

I totally agree with you.

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@monae3902

3y↑2.3K

happy 3 year anniversary to this amazing music video!!

@babaylanx

3y↑12

It's so underrated girl

@yoshikagekira6384

3y↑3

@@babaylanx ikr

@munkhbatenkh-amgalan8027

3y↑3

💓💓💓 happy 3 years anniversary. Amazing music video. I loved Paramore.

@miengmiee

3y↑1

🙌 <3

@panterahd1968

Yes mona'e it's a very good sound

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@scottiewilkins4797

1y↑155

My son died last year. It's insane to me quickly even close friends expect you to bounce back from grief. Even just days after... I just want to cry a little bit longer

@snowedintv4576

41w↑5

In the words of Macho Man Randy Savage “take the standing 8 count get back up and fight again”.It takes one day at a time. I will be praying for you.

@BWItoATXF

36w

My condolences 🙏🏽

@luciilejenaleefan

6y↑2.2K

Paramore's evolution is basically the process of a pre-teen growing up until adulthood, anyone here feels like their music form a soundtrack to our lives?

@Sapphire901

6y↑8

Yes!!

@aprillediannecabasaan4864

6y↑2

Lucile Srt so true!!

@jamarisvazquez2459

6y↑7

YES THIS IS EXACTLY WHAT I THINK!!!! OMG

@kingak.7002

6y↑3

YESS! This is why I love them so much

@AceGangx

6y↑25

being that i first listened to all we know is falling at age 9 and am now 21, their music has 100% served as a lil personal soundtrack to my life. so happy they're still around and thriving.

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@kairocastillo2375

6y↑3.2K

After Laughter is what happens when Emo kids grow up to be young adults with jobs and the pressure of responsibility and independence, trying to just be happy when it’s never that simple. Hayley has always wanted to be a singer just how I always wanted to be a paramedic... now she has her band and even a Grammy and yet she’s not happy but sometimes the opposite, just like how I just graduated from nursing school at 22yrs but now there’s nights when I can’t sleep. I can relate to songs like this sooo much and that is why Paramore is forever one of my all time favorite bands and After Laughter one of my all time favorite albums.

@kairocastillo2375

6y↑163

For all those that don’t like the new retro sound you probably don’t get it. Hayley and the rest of the band are not the same people they were 10yrs ago and although Riot! and Brand New Eyes were amazing albums the bands sound needed to change because they’ve changed. To be stuck in the past is to not be moving forward. Paramore is still Paramore because they are making music that represents them now and not who they were.

@dg0210

6y↑71

Kairo Castillo YESSS!! I’m tired of people bashing them for their new sound and calling them a sellout. Although the 80’s music wise has made a comeback, people can’t expect them to stay the same forever. People mature, and change as they get older it’s just a matter of fact and life :///
And if people don’t like their new sound, that is fine, but don’t be trying to spread hate by calling them a bandwagon and stuff. And they still have the great lyrics like in their older music :)

@alexander-gs3yj

6y↑4

Loved your comment but it’s Hayley. Great comment though

@JamoSimcity47

Kairo Castillo Same af thou

@yas7689

6y↑7

really, paramore sang my life's soundtrack until today~

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@JmzLmr

3y↑296

As a 30-year old, this is probably one of their best music videos.

@coralinebarok9105

3y↑2

Yeah

@Ebaybu_DaParamoreAndSiaFan

31w

I’m 14 and this might be my fav too lol

@kisleenjoycelavilla4102

30w

no, as a fan of Paramore since day 1, you know the band is soooo good when can't choose which is the best album and song or music video ;)

@karlvergelvaldez9140

1y↑136

2023. This song still rocks. Hayley. 😍

@liduariojessica

YESSSSSSSSSS

@Peter-sl6zn

17w

Still love it ❤❤❤❤

@TheCaroline1610

6y↑644

Hayley saying "just let me cry a little bit longer" with a ear to ear smile is basically the representation of the whole album
1:02

@MindfulMaterialism

6y↑16

I like a person who references what they are talking about so others can enjoy

@AmetafJohora

6y↑1

damn

@andreaceline

6y↑235

what a fucking masterpiece

@MrEarnbud

2y↑160

When Haley sees her younger self, gives me full chills and a bit choked up, it makes me think about my younger self that was a dreamer and was writing often. I feel I am a shred of who I once was, never thought fear and depression would affect my life.

@videoket

2y↑11

This is going to sound corny, but I think you are still the person you were before... But you're more, too. I think of that scene in Moana where she realizes that she is the hero because she chooses to be...and she remembers who she is, where she comes from, and where she's going. I think you can still call up the good things you've been and done before. But you can add to that the learning, depth, compassion and understanding you've gained since then. Nothing is ever truly lost forever.

@Alex_Off-Beat

3y↑960

Telling a depressed person that they should smile is like telling a person with a broken leg that they should start jogging.

@ran9946

3y↑7

Jogging not that hard with a broken leg

@poggodoggo5838

3y↑45

@@ran9946 why dont we try it on you.

@CollectorsCorner777

3y↑5

Lmao not even close. Which would you rather do, smile when depressed or jog with a broken leg?

@marcelamerico7714

3y↑2

@@poggodoggo5838 I think that´s fair

@poggodoggo5838

3y↑3

@@CollectorsCorner777 what would you prefer then?

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@aleaf01

5y↑2.4K

That ending as her smile drops. That's like quality film making there

@latenightcashews

5y↑75

exactly!! hayler's expressions throughout are top-notch tbh

@skipper0816

@Kela GG made it 69 :)

@leuuniverso

this is the chefs kiss. the after laughter

@LuanLeaodearaujo

6y↑400

I can't believe they make a video for the best song of the album

@wromg

6y↑19

they made a video for pool?

@air-headedaviator1805

6y↑18

Really? I must of missed the Idol Worship video ;)

@mollyandris7036

6y↑11

See, that's what I love about this album. It hasn't got just one song that everyone thinks is better then the rest, because almost every song is amazing and everyone has their own favourite

@christinamaria1411

Air-headed Aviator ME

@emmett7779

6y↑4

Damn I must have missed the video for forgiveness 😤

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@ericotto314

4y↑45

The dancing after the meltdown is gold

@DeathGrip1202

3y↑118

I've always appreciated Paramore, but I absolutely LOVE the mature direction they took in After Laughter. The sound and subject matter deviate so much from what made them famous, but they nail it

@musicforalatte

6y↑3K

this isn't video of the year it's video of the life

@MuhamadReyhan

6y↑9

i agree with you.

@joshgraham

6y↑2

caitiel i love paramore, you might like my music too, check it out!

@itspaulayall

Agree

@derrickdefensor2704

Yeah

@lordbread2083

6y↑2

caitiel I think fake happy Is better, but this one is great

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@kingmendes2663

6y↑920

SHE'S SO FRICKING BEAUTIFUL I CAN'T

@joshgraham

Professional Fangirl! i love paramore, you might like my music too, check it out!

@chezbro98

6y↑16

Russo Wintergreen What?? Lol

@rays5163

6y↑7

According to what study?

@rays5163

6y↑1

It said white women are the least popular group on AYI and second least popular on okcupid according to "researchers"

@rays5163

6y↑1

You should probably contact researchers and confirm their results

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@oneupnerd

4y↑238

This album really hit hard for me, at the time that it came out. I had just finally found out that I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder, before that I struggled with being “happy.” Suppressing my true feelings. My therapist at the time told me I needed to cry more, so this song in particular really meant a lot to me. I don’t always need to be happy, because that isn’t always possible. However I feel a lot better after crying, because it helps cope with the pain, and helps me grow. This song is my anthem with my battle with accepting crying as a strength and not a weakness.

@ripmemes8962

3y↑3

great story

@simping_for_hannie

3y↑3

I hope you are better now, my friend !
Thank you for sharing your story.
It has awoken ineffable feelings within me and surely within the rest of the viewers of it.
Have a good day nonetheless.

@YHL-nh2mz

31w↑1

im super late but i found this song when i got my bpd diagnosis! I relate to this song as well cause Im an emotional wreck and people never understand why. Anyway I hope you're doing better now!

@SamanthaDuarte

1y↑30

The 3:28 reference to Bill O’reilly “going nuts live” had me laugh so hard when I saw the first time 😂😂😂😂😂

I love it. My fav song from AL album. I listen to this song every to help with my depression and anxiety!

@jaydeepaquette1022

41w↑2

lo Just saw it, it's hilarious. I don't know who specifically made the decision to include that in the video, but kudos to them! Great little mock-skit!

@paulajeansantos8142

6y↑475

that fading smile at the end bc that's wHAT AFTER LAUGHTER IS ALL ABOUT 11/10

@EldritchCrowe

6y↑347

THE LONG WAIT IS OVER, DEFINITELY WORTH THE WAIT 10/10

@DjBranch1304

6y↑1

10 out of 10 would watch again

@emilywallace8794

6y↑3

Dj Branch 10/10 have watched again haha

@stephaniecura2210

6y↑2

11/10 💖

@ollakinanti9070

6y↑1

I thought this day would never come

@EldritchCrowe

olla 👍

@strawberry-se7jg

4y↑327

this hits different when you're depressed 🙃

@jeremiahedwards2962

3y↑3

Me rn 🤪

@Lalairu

3y↑10

The first time I listened to "Hard times" I thought: "This is literaly about depression". I was surprised to see that most of the songs did. I fell depressed (if its the correct term or way to write it down, English isn't my mother language) in 2016. Now I am much better, but it took me about two years to get out from it. Two years of therapy and meds, I feel very lucky because my friends and partner were very supportive. I hope you feel better eventualy too. Take care :)

@strawberry-se7jg

3y↑4

@@Lalairu it's nice to hear that you're doing okay :) and yes, i've been doing okay these days thank you, take care too :))

@Lalairu

3y↑4

@@strawberry-se7jg I am glad to read good news :) hugs from Spain!

@sunset_bacon9581

3y↑2

do you guys also feel like crying when you sing along to the music? I do. lol.

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@philhelp

3y↑112

who's doing a Paramore marathon and getting ready for their comeback this 2021? :)

@asgarizona9822

3y↑1

yessir

@handrew722

yassssss xD !

@bungadevina

3y↑2

Are they??

@nternetrat

3y↑2

WHAT ARE THEY STOP DON'T PLAY LIKE THAT GIRL

@ripe8269

@@nternetrat they are making music again, not sure tho the new album drops in 2021

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@GuitarGirl4ever

6y↑506

This was my favorite song off After Laughter and I'm so glad they put out one of their best music videos in years with it.

@rikard.h

6y↑2

Hilary Helena Completely agree! "Low-key, no pressure, just hang with me and my weather!" never gets old ^^

@user-cu6zg2cu3u

Guys, can you help us on Twitter? #italywantsparamore

@wow42022

6y↑3K

I like the aesthetic of this song

@joanacatbagan

6y↑6

Pikachu On YouTube reminds me of Jboy by Phoenix - which of course is also directed by Warren Fu

@Miguel-ki8wj

6y↑10

It's a cry for help. :((((

@Alecexo

6y↑4

You like the beauty of this song?

@marek9081

6y↑19

You mean the A E S T H E T I C XD

@mdelonas

6y↑27

People overuse that word now.

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@thattrickytrickster612

3y↑18

My now ex-girlfriend loves Paramore, and she used to jokingly send this song to me in order to describe my love for her because she used to hate herself.

Despite that, we had a good 3 years together. But I let her down, and she wanted to leave. I have absolutely no bad feelings towards her and I wish her the absolute best.

If you decide to watch this video and happen to read the comments to see this, Ri; I hope you have a great life, and I’m sorry for hurting you.

From your “rose colored boy” ❤️

@bacongworld

3y↑6

yikes

@venuzmodeling6749

1y↑1

💀💀💀

@Ebaybu_DaParamoreAndSiaFan

31w

I like paramore I think I might do this if I have a partner 😂

@Chazebrimbor

1y↑27

This song speaks to me. The video itself makes me think about how you don't actually know what's behind a person's smile or what they're actually going through in life. Hayley has been through a lot and I'm just so glad she seems to be doing great now!!!

@coolestcatintheroom

6y↑485

Hayley looks so smoking Hott as an 80s/90s News presenter OMG

@forgetfulnight4868

6y↑1

I really think she is like the most beautiful girl ever but I have to disagree with you.She doesn't look good in this look

@spacey.3198

80’s

@fabionunes8568

6y↑3.6K

3:07 "Hayley... what are you doing? This isn't you. What are you doing?" This moment is so freaking powerful. It's so sad, so real. The way Hayley looks to herself as child, man. Sometimes, we all need to make ourselves this question, what are we doing with our lives. Working all the time, feeling anxiety, depression. Doing things that we don't wanna do, everyday. Just take a breath, follow your dreams.

@Cheifnhookah

6y↑34

Most of our dreams stay dreams. today people are scared of anyone who doesn't go to church and conform with what others want you to do. witch trial bs

@joshbarragan2063

5y↑13

What matters is how we lived for the One True God, Jesus Christ. Eternity is a long time, make sure you enter with Christ.

@andreleao4111

5y↑4

Omg, so insightful

@softpatatato

5y↑10

That part got me the most

@eeelle__

5y↑1

Relatabld

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@fivelake

51w↑5

how many times have you watched this music video?
yes.

@beanburrito8903

1y↑55

I like listening to haleys real lyrics. I love listening to what she's going on on real time.

@aina6074

6y↑198

i hate how relatable this music video is. no joke, i started crying during the part where hayley sees the old her. that meant a lot. good job pmore.

@Taylorfearless100

5y↑1

aina yea I felt this on a personal level too, I know it’s probably opposite in the video but I take it as I guess myself looking back to the old me, and how happy I was now looking at my bitter self

@kurtsalazar1695

5y↑1

so was i. hays

@happyfeetgyle

6y↑248

I DID NOT EXPECT FOR PARAMORE TO RELEASE A VIDEO FOR ROSE COLORED BOY. I'M ON THE FLOOR 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

@bukannamasebenarnya8692

jeehyeMusica on the floor???lol why

@suzannew4840

I didn't see it coming either!! I immediately stopped doing what I was doing, sat down (on the floor) and watched it.

@xmbigboi

6y↑2

jeehyeMusica they released a video for every song I bought because they were the best on the album. Rose color boy, told you so, fake happy, and hard times.

@zee-wx7vk

Same tbh

@galemara7990

maybe they will release one for idle worship & forgiveness

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@summoningvelvet

1y↑7

I’ve loved paramore since I was 9 years old and to this very fucking day I still listen to them weekly. Truly an iconic band. I am never let down by their projects.

@Enriqueking

4w↑1

this song never gets old NO MATTER HOW MUCH I LISTEN I NEVER GET BORED

@luciaferrer570

6y↑561

Hayley really got into character and she did it amazing

@dirkisbased154

6y↑1

Lucía Ferrer ikr

@CHumbert0

6y↑1

I like your profile photo

@luciaferrer570

6y↑1

CHumberto López Thanksss💘

@ekfxodlf

I read hayley as lindsey???

@VlogUntilDawn

6y↑649

I have never been more pleased with a band's reinvention. I LOVE their old material, but this is something just as special and I wouldn't have it any other way.

@joshgraham

6y↑2

VlogUntilDawn i love paramore, you might like my music too, check it out!

@andy-ii6ck

6y↑1

Agreed 100%! I love After Laughter so much!

@TheCaroline1610

6y↑2

Exactly my feelings, I'm glad there's more of us

@noelleelizabeth9991

6y↑2

I'm so proud of who they have grown into

@Emeand33

6y↑1

Agreed

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@melachan5289

3y↑7

Always cries when hearing this song..It's my way to overcome my anxiety when it strikes

@ericfoster8411

2y↑8

I love that cheerleader-esq chant that’s being sung in this song. And that chorus is perfection. What a great song.

@liamh6587

6y↑451

This video, fake happy and hard times all end with a smile slowly fading. That there is 'After Laughter'

@andresuryawinata5594

6y↑2

Liam Harris shiet mind blown

@mxm3821

6y↑1

Told you so also ends somewhat like this.

@SlakingJASS

6y↑7

it look like there is a little story behind "After Laughter" videos. All this videos are related to the happiness somehow.

@blackout156

6y↑14

Liam Harris Oh my god, i didn’t notice that. But i love that because the smiles look “fake” and when it fades you can see how she’s truly feeling inside and her realization of those feelings wow

@leticialemos2434

6y↑1

Liam Harris wowww man thats it!!!!!

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@VictorLudgero

6y↑4.5K

This is the best paramore music video ever... Guys, how can we make this official?

@tomy2502

6y↑76

Victor Ludgero totally agree, Im a good old school fan but this video is just amazing, imo is even better than MB and ignorance

@dariusg7044

6y↑34

this was absolutely amazing especially the ending

@arthurdoamaral7504

6y↑4

Muito bom mesmo ludinho

@nichole4708

6y↑1

It's shit like the rest of AL musica videos

@VictorLudgero

6y↑60

F*CK IT, WE'LL DO IT LIVE

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@hectorhernandezpineda5559

3y↑31

@ors1n0___58

2y↑23

one of their most underrated songs, criminally underatted at that

@nueve08

6y↑476

I liked the video. Paramore has been doing a good job for the After laughter's singles. Hayley portraits exactly how I sometimes feel at work. No one really asks you if you are ok or if you are having a good day, everyone just nods along during the whole day even though you can be having an awful day. I liked the honesty Hayley portraits in here one would think the video could be something totally different.

@paramini08

6y↑2

Antonio Torres are you okay and having a good day?😅

@AngelicaGenova

Antonio Torres this lighthen my day 😃

@lisalegato0109

I'm sorry, but......portrays*. Not portraits.

@morgan786

6y↑300

When Hayley dances on the table at the end that's low key how she dances at the concerts and it just makes me so happy and brings back amazing concert memories

@dudaxmelo

4y↑10

This song is js so underrated definitely one of my favourites

@ontheairwithari

2y↑5

This song makes me cry and heal at the same time. I feel so understood

@edson152

6y↑2.7K

Depression never sounded so happy

@edson152

6y↑55

Shahmar Chaudhry i was talking about all the album not just about this song...

@stavroskolliniatis9352

6y↑49

Black 2D because it's fake happy

@edson152

6y↑4

Stavros Kolliniatis Yeah

@alexandratoizer5256

6y↑2

Black 2D lol yes

@DropDaStrings

6y↑8

youvw obvipusly never heard Bullet by Hollywood zundead

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@notaheromusic

6y↑83

Hayley is incredibly stunning I don't think I can handle it!!

@nishiahochi4905

3y↑11

2:40 2:42

idk if y'all noticed but the text on the bottom circle changes from Waitress to Roseville's Sweetheart

@samriii0p350

WOAAAAA THANKS:)

@romnyparra3340

3y↑4

Zack having in this the same emo hairstye that he had back in the early Paramore days gives me life

@kooshiii0230

6y↑960

drink more coffee. smile more. you can do it. sweetheart. bright eyes. be happy. you're doing great.

that part hit me so hard.

@djsojuicy

6y↑3

chezka III-/ it’s depression, bitch!

@djsojuicy

6y↑3

Sorry your profile pic looked kinda like Britney Spears shit i feel so insulted by thinking that

@kooshiii0230

6y↑4

D.J. Daggerz why am i laughing at this?😂

@aprillynn7933

6y↑5

chezka III-/ That part and the part where her younger self said "Hayley, what are you doing? This isn't you." xc

@MaariooL

6y↑89

I think this is a straight up metaphor for the Self-title album era, producers telling them to always act happy (still into you, aint it fun) and not being themselves while struggling behind the scenes but idk, loved the music video, one of my favs

@carinapedersen1791

6y↑25

Adan Loera it's a response to Chad's song about him bitching over the fact that she is depressed. This is her classy way of saying f*ck you and I love it

@MaariooL

Carina Pedersen I 100% agree, but I meant the music video itself

@mangafan589

Carina Pedersen what song?

@kaylasingh3322

6y↑4

Bad mood

@usheencoleman3913

6y↑2

Think I heard somewhere that the self-titled is Hayley's favourite Paramore album so I doubt it

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@purowgaming4087

3y↑5

Been playing this whole album for a month now and I'm not getting tired of listening to it. Please make more songs like this <33

@GhostFirl_66

40w↑3

I’ve never been so jealous and so in love with a woman before

@GhostFirl_66

40w↑2

Yea I’m talking about Hayley

@klaudiamarkiewicz799

6y↑66

Respect for Zac in 4:02
Amazing throw 👏

@evangelinedasal1096

6y↑1

really waited for that because I can't fast forward the video. lol Zac is really a nice man.

@klaudiamarkiewicz799

Evangeline Dasal it pays to wait 😁

@dariusg7044

6y↑330

YES YES YES YES YES SOO MUCH YES

@ravenclawsnakeudemogorgons8026

6y↑1

Darius Gray exactly

@1HoV

2y↑4

Love the reference to the "FUCK IT WE'LL DO IT LIVE" news anchor guy.

@laylacaraballo8131

1y↑8

CANT GET THIS OUT OF MY HEAD!!!!!

@TheMediaQueer

6y↑347

I want to throw a coffee cup now.

@m.supelana6872

6y↑4

ChrisVigilante me too

@lil_weasel219

5y↑2

Mug*

@prashantd6252

5y↑2

@@lil_weasel219 cups alright too.

@prashantd6252

5y↑2

☕ here you go, be careful it's hot!

@mbarbera

6y↑4.4K

“oh you’re not depressed, you’re just stressed”

me: 4:02

@PurpleNati

6y↑16

Melanie Martinez made 13 music videos for her album x3

@atomictartar

6y↑10

mbarbera. I'm both lmao

@greedbun

6y↑6

MOOD

@ryannipper2909

6y↑1

Nastaran Nematzade k

@Emeand33

6y↑13

Robert Martinez I’m well dressed, that’s something

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@samanthaagbay1375

3y↑3

On the same year this song was released, a Junior who's bigger than me grabbed my neck and showed it off to some school visitors.. they laughed I was confused and just ran off... It was horrible, and I even told my parents about it.... My mom blamed me for it.... And that made me feel shit.... The line "Just let me cry a little bit longer" was like my tag line after hearing this song, like it gave me the right to feel bad or horrible about what happened because the whole time everyone just wanted me to be happy and ok again.... Without even trying to help me out of the situation that I was in.... This song eased me a lot like so much..... 😢... Thanks Paramore

@biblelovergirl

2y↑5

throughout the years ever since this album released, i go back to this album everytime i hit rock bottom or have my seasonal depression, i would say its just one of the perks of bad times

@nalydvivolo

6y↑52

DAMN. this is such a well told depiction of depression

@Kamila-ey5vi

5y↑7K

I'm honestly concerned for hayley's mental health after everything... the divorce, the lawsuit, the pressure from fans, this must be so overwhelming for her. Hayley, if you're seeing this, I hope you're doing well. You're a good person, you have a lot of talent on your hands and there is no shame in taking care of yourself, taking care of your mental health and giving yourself a break. The people who support you will always understand.
This is also true for everyone out there who's going through a lot recently. You're valid, you're loved, people care about you even if you don't notice it yet. Don't listen to what depression has to say because it's not true, it's the chemicals in your brain playing bad tricks on you

Edit: its been 11 months since i posted this and im a bit shocked at how much repercussion it took. I am glad that what i said made someone's day, thank you
You are valid, you deserve to be happy

@BaconSuperSakura

4y↑67

Kamila what happened to her marriage and what lawsuit? Can someone please fill me in

@seanwhalen5738

4y↑18

Pressure from fans? 😂 what pressure?

@bleach9595

4y↑118

Idgaf chill not exactly sure about what happened with her marriage but they did split up. and back in like 2016 there was a lawsuit with their old bassist jeremy davis against hayley and taylor about copyright issues i believe on the self tiled album. they settled on an agreement in 2017

@gloryoffandoms4844

4y↑196

@@GustikaMaulana But this album is so good though. I actually think this is a fresh sound from the band

@lizzieAGAIN

4y↑44

this comment is so nice, thank you :) it made my day a bit better

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@tfbal01

2y↑2

How would I let a pop rockstar call my name directly slip away. I've been through a lot too. This is sad. Millions of listeners aren't awake. I'm going to check up on you after this. My soul exists in vinyl era.

@TheFirstMrAaron

40w↑3

Ever since I first listened to this album, I really enjoyed it... but with my worsening anxiety issues lately, I feel like this album is helping me with coming to terms with my mental health situation. This isn't just one of my favorite albums, it is one of my life-essentials. Thank you, Paramore.

@theodd1isout118

5y↑2.8K

I know that the meaning is deep and all, but is noone going to compliment how gorgeous Hailey looks? I mean woah, that retro look looks good on her.

@user-dx5bn4yk4f

5y↑37

it's a given, but might I say she's freaking hot in here

@CesarMs97

5y↑13

That look is inspired in her mom, hehe

@swees725

5y↑3

Ikr? 😊

@STR1NGB34N1

5y↑29

She can rock any look

@ginasethi5160

4y↑3

Erm anything looks good on her I really want to meet her however in the uk so probably not unfortunately 😢😢

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@li_bruh8521

6y↑302

Time to dance through that depression 💯💯👌👌

@MetaphysicalMike

6y↑18

You are such a wonderful person and talented, unique and gifted in so many ways.
Never stop believing in yourself. You are stronger than you will ever know.
Wishing you an amazing day, 2018 and fantastic life for you
Health, happiness, joy to you and your whole family ❤ best of love

@sushiiselly

Haha i love this!

@zoethefrenchgirl2996

1y↑4

MY FAVORITE PARAMORE SONG AND VIDEO........The excellence of it all is just aaaaahhhhhhhhh....so many good feelings

@user-wo3yd5ke4s

34w↑2

I have so much respect for them. Makes me feel like we’re all in this together.

@fivenineblurry

6y↑92

It's impossible for Paramore to produce a bad music video

@rafa.V

6y↑400

12 years has past since I first heard about Paramore, I've grown so much and Paramore too, I had my ups and donws and alwyas there was a song that I could relate in my life. This Album is so my life right now, back in 2007 Riot was my motto, in 2013 you release your self-selfittled album and 4 day before my birthday and on my birthday party I broke up with my first boy friend, "still into you" played several times on my ipod. Now Its time for After Laughter in my life... Hard times + Rose-Colored Boy + Fake Happy + Told you So ... Thanks for keep playing my life's soundtrack.

@NoOne-ru5tu

6y↑4

Thats so genuine oml

@thesilentcartographer5575

6y↑2

Rafael Vidor Same I found them during late 2005 with their first album "All we Know is Falling", when listening to "A Fever you Can't Sweat Out" by Panic! At the Disco and "Almost Here" by The Academy Is... my uncle suggested that I had to listen to Paramore and instantly fell in love with them. Being such a long time fan I've only ever been to 1 concert but by that time Zac and Josh Farro had departed the band.

@rafa.V

6y↑1

theSilentCartographer I miss Zach and Josh but life goes on and sometimes changes are needed!

@mangafan589

6y↑2

Rafael Vidor zac is right there. Do you mean Jeremy?

@KingOfT0ast

6y↑1

I feel you.

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@gregoriomadelpilar3504

2y↑3

Noong ikaw ay maka emo para kang rooster. Ngayon maka indie ka para kang poodle

@procinito5605

3y↑3

I love the fact that every famous singer that started from more than a decade ago at last start to mature and make an album of how they’ve matured. Examples: Lily Allen, Kate Nash, Paramore

@KorianBossMonster

6y↑171

Didn't know the official anthem of 2018 would come so early.

@mrsleepyreapy9660

6y↑7

Can the official anthem of the year be a song from last year? Ah fuck it, it's Paramore!

@Vincent-Vega24

6y↑605

Paramore never fails......

@Watchever15

6y↑1

Vincent Vega amem bro

@vikingwar1180

6y↑1

R.I.P paramore

@con7060

2y↑5

for real, this song made me cry while dancing, somehow I needed that

@jozayzay9079

2y↑8

Whenever I’m having a bad day. I put this song on. I know the song isn’t necessarily a happy tune, but there’s just something about this song that makes me happy. Literally sing it word for word. ❤

@deenice1256

51w↑3

My rose colored boooooooyyyyyyyy

@gcasas1544

6y↑151

I love this paramore, being honest and keeping it real.

@anelamakamaeokalani4872

6y↑462

Paramore:*Breaks stereotypes and rocks a good mid-life crisis vibe*

@autumnlove6682

5y↑3

just keeping up with their fanbase

@MichSaelee

5y↑1

@@autumnlove6682 lmao

@LindzFletch17

2y↑2

I understood she was aiming the lyrics to the audience and the rose coloured boy.. but I didn't understand the legitimate pain in these lyrics and just how much PRESSURE she must feel, until now. To come back like nothing has happened for others and act like she's the same person. and like it takes the snap of a finger. I understand that.. I also would have understood if she chose to pack it up for her and the band's health, I would have supported them still

@ghiblicat

4y↑2

rose colored boy is paramore's best music video and there is no debate

@natalieharmon2766

6y↑487

I nominate this for best music video of 2018 who’s with me

@seanwhalen5738

6y↑5

zebra city um no

@zacharydorer874

6y↑2

Though i really loved this one I still like fake happy the best

@danielregalado65

zebra city from thr Philippines with love yes

@yazzy5688

Agree.

@semicharmedkindofguy3088

hold your horses. A new P!atd album's coming and you know how weird their videos get

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@canniloni

6y↑199

what makes me sad is that 2:48 represents how Hayley used to think during their selftitled era. when Taylor was depressed she thought that if he was willing to be happy he could be. but then she started struggling with depression herself and only then did she understand that you can't just get over your depression by "smiling more" etc. I am so happy though that Taylor helped her through all of that even though she didn't do the same for him a few years ago.

@ebrutarhan6560

6y↑2

ilona from Paramore wow how do you know these?

@canniloni

6y↑7

ebru tarhan hayley talked about it in interviews

@born3755

6y↑2

I thought that this is what Hayley was going through as most of the album is the stuff she has been through like hard times and forgiveness. I don't think she mentioned that it was about Taylor.

@Olyy

6y↑5

It's about Chad, actually. Chad wrote a song with his side project (What's Eating Gilbert - Bad Mood) about how he hated how his other half was always miserable and wishes she'd stop being a misery, this is a reply.

@canniloni

6y↑1

Barry Walsh yes, this is about hayley but taylor started struggling with depression before her, probably around 2013 when she was still convinced she could be this "superhuman"

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@TheYouPoop

3y↑4

Revisiting this album on a particularly lonely night, and I remember why this album is one of my favorites

@bryanrivera1883

4y↑2

This album always gives me happy vibes when I listen to it! Most underrated album of Paramore that deserves all recognition back then.

@namelessshameless1505

6y↑234

That's.... the perfect blend of punk rock and disco

@TatsurouSan

6y↑4

imnotafangirlimajasmine Punk Rock?xD

@maxlastra4682

imnotafangirlimajasmine not punk but yeah lol

@sebastianyanez6233

6y↑2

imnotafangirlimajasmine its more like pop punk and disco, real punk is a lot harder and louder. It’s still a really good blend though, the 70s disco sound mixed with that pop punk chorus is incredible

@jamieruarijohnson7258

Have you actually listened to either of these genres?

@sebastianyanez6233

Alexander Parkin most 80s pop is basically disco, except without the trumpets and violins but its still got the funky guitar groove to it plus the four on the floor beat, so you could definitely call it disco. I’d say the only 80s thing about the song is the way the drums sound, but the guitar and bass is pure disco

@amandac.s.9452

6y↑366

My father was a broadcast meteorologist for 19 years, and growing up I'd often visit him at the TV station. And I am CRYING over how accurate this is for a lot of people we knew there, my dad included!