Most often, hypnagogic pop use as starting point 1970s/1980s Pop/Rock, but genres as diverse as Exotica, House, Trip Hop etc. have been used as source. Many of the early artists associated with hypnagogic pop (including James Ferraro) actually belong to a specific American Neo-Psychedelia underground scene, centered around cassette labels such as Not Not Fun Records or New Age Tapes, that can be more often than not simply described with other terms, such as Drone, Noise or Progressive Electronic. However, even these artists have become a lot more transparent and the usage of the term hypnagogic pop has become increasingly relevant.
Even so, it is often confused with Chillwave. Some early chillwave artists, such as Nite Jewel, are borderline cases indeed, but, in time, chillwave has established itself as a full-blown niche with a specific sound, using lo-fi to a much smaller degree than hypnagogic pop, more conventional and accessible song formats (followed with more acclaim, as hypnagogic pop artists are often discarded as being too abrasive), as well as having its own themes and stereotypical sounds. Same notes apply almost entirely to other arguable offshoots, such as Witch House.
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Lovers Rock
TV Girl Lyrics
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Would you like to be?
I'm tryna tell you something
Something that I already said
You like a pretty boy
With a pretty voice
Who's trying to sell you something
Something that you already have
But if you're too drunk to drive,
And the music is right
She might let you stay
But just for the night
And if she grabs for your hand
And drags you along
She might want a kiss
Before the end of the song
Because love, can burn like a cigarette
And leave you with nothing
And leave you with nothing
While the others talk
We were listening to lovers rock
In her bedroom, in her bedroom
And if you start to kiss
And the record skips
Flip it over and sit a little closer
But if you too drunk to drive
And the music is right
She might let you stay
But just for the night
And if she grabs for your hand
And drags you along
She might want a kiss
Before the end of the song
Because love, can burn like a cigarette
And leave you with nothing
And leave you with nothing
Do-do-do-do-do-do-do,
Because love,
Do-do-do-do-do-do-do,
Can burn like a cigarette
And leave you with nothing
Do-do-do-do-do-do-do,
And leave you with nothing
The song "Lovers Rock" by TV Girl is an ode to love, its ethereal highs and soul-crushing lows. The song begins with the singer questioning if the person they love has grown weary of them to the point where they want to end the relationship. The deceptive lyrics go back and forth, hinting at a lack of commitment but quickly shifting to an admission of love. The phrase "something that you already have" takes on a different meaning as the song progresses, hinting that the subject of the song is aware of their charms and doesn't have to try too hard to keep the attention of their partner.
As the song progresses, we get to the crux of the matter - the fleeting nature of love. The singer sings about how love can strip you of everything (like a cigarette) and leave you with nothing but a sense of loss. However, in the midst of all this, there are moments of purity where the two lovers truly come together. The line "While the others talk, we were listening to lovers rock in her bedroom" implies that despite what others may say or think, the two lovers are connected through their shared love of music and each other. The song is a reminder to cherish those fleeting moments when love is at its strongest because they will eventually pass.
Overall, "Lovers Rock" is an introspective look at love and the fleeting nature of passion. It takes the listener on a journey from the initial doubts that arise in a relationship to the emotional highs of being in love to the eventual sense of loss that comes from love's end. Despite the ups and downs, the song's end serves as a reminder that those fleeting moments of love are worth cherishing.
Line by Line Meaning
Are you sick of me?
Are you tired of my presence or my actions?
Would you like to be?
Do you wish to distance yourself from me?
I'm tryna tell you something
I'm attempting to communicate a message to you.
Something that I already said
A message that I have conveyed previously.
You like a pretty boy
You are attracted to charming males.
With a pretty voice
Attracted to a male with a pleasing tone.
Who's trying to sell you something
A male who is attempting to market a product or service.
Something that you already have
A product or service which you already possess.
But if you're too drunk to drive,
In the event that you are inebriated and unable to operate a vehicle,
And the music is right
A suitable music genre is playing.
She might let you stay
There is a possibility that the individual will be permitted to continue occupying the premises.
But just for the night
The permission is only temporary.
And if she grabs for your hand
If the individual seizes your hand.
And drags you along
The individual proceeds to lead you in a particular direction.
She might want a kiss
It is possible that the individual desires a kiss.
Before the end of the song
Before the current musical selection draws to a conclusion.
Because love, can burn like a cigarette
Romantic love can generate agony and leave an individual in a depleted state, much like a smoking mishap.
And leave you with nothing
It can leave an individual with a sense of emptiness, devoid of fulfillment or satisfaction.
While the others talk
Other individuals speak or engage in discussion.
We were listening to lovers rock
Our attention was directed toward a specific musical genre.
In her bedroom, in her bedroom
Our present location was within a specific bedchamber.
And if you start to kiss
In the event that kissing commences.
And the record skips
The current musical selection encounters an issue during playback.
Flip it over and sit a little closer
Correct the issue and reposition oneself in closer proximity to the other individual.
Do-do-do-do-do-do-do,
Vocalization with unclear meaning (onomatopoeia).
Because love,
Again, romantic love.
Can burn like a cigarette
It can bring forth agony and dissatisfaction.
And leave you with nothing
An outcome of emptiness and lack of satisfaction.
Do-do-do-do-do-do-do,
Vocalization with unclear meaning (onomatopoeia).
And leave you with nothing
This negative outcome is repeated.
Contributed by Caleb R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Lyrics:
Are you sick of me?
Would you like to be?
I'm tryna tell you something
Something that I already said
You like the pretty boy
With a pretty voice
Who's tryna sell you something
Something that you already had
But if you're too drunk to drive
And the music is right
She might let you stay
But just for the night
And if she grabs for your hand
And drags you along
She might want a kiss
Before the end of the song
Because love can burn like a cigarette
And leave you with nothing
And leave you with nothing
While the others talked
We were listening to lovers rock
In her bedroom
In her bedroom
And if you start to kiss
And the record skips
Flip it over
And sit a little closer
But if you're too drunk to drive
And the music is right
She might let you stay
But just for the night
And if she grabs for your hand
And drags you along
She might want a kiss
Before the end of the song
Because love can burn like a cigarette
And leave you with nothing
And leave you with nothing
(Lafitte: "Now, how many men have you kissed?")
(Constance: "Very few.")
(Lafitte: "But you offered me a kiss. Why?")
(Constance: "Such a foolish reason I'm afraid. I just wanted to kiss you.")
Because love can burn like a cigarette
And leave you with nothing
And leave you with nothing
@Miguelito-f8f
The worst thing you can do with this song is dedicate it to a girl who doesn't even love you.
@GoltebNiMichael
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@Almanzavad
Dudeee, I was tempted to :c
@Totemsinthenight
How do I tagg jenna ortega
@Kirbyy-s1gma
why u gotta call me out 😭
@sgabellocosmico2704
at first i though it was just a melodramatic statement, on second thought i think it may be a valuable advise of not fucking screw things up
@vojtaborsky
This comment was meant to remind me to listen again every time somebody likes or comments but I am no longer in love and it's useless to interact anymore but thank you for all the reminders while I enjoyed listening to this lovely song.
@marilennyhernandez
Hey, listen to this again
@vojtaborsky
@@marilennyhernandez thanks love, I needed to hear it again!
@butterflygarden6790
Hey come back and listen ☺️💗