Death of a Bachelor
Panic! at the Disco Lyrics
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I see the shadows on my face
People have told me I don't look the same
Maybe I lost weight
I'm playing hooky with the best of the best
Put my heart on my chest so that you can see it, too
I'm walking the long road, watching the sky fall
The lace in your dress tingles my neck, how do I live?
The death of a bachelor
Oh oh
Letting the water fall
The death of a bachelor
Oh oh
Seems so fitting for
Happily ever after (woo)
How could I ask for more?
A lifetime of laughter
At the expense of the death of a bachelor
I'm cutting my mind off
Feels like my heart is going to burst
Alone at a table for two and I just wanna be served
And when you think of me am I the best you've ever had?
Share one more drink with me, smile even though you're sad
I'm walking the long road, watching the sky fall
The lace in your dress tingles my neck, how do I live?
The death of a bachelor
Oh oh
Letting the water fall
The death of a bachelor
Oh oh
Seems so fitting for
Happily ever after (woo)
How could I ask for more?
A lifetime of laughter
At the expense of the death of a bachelor
The death of a bachelor
Oh oh
Letting the water fall
The death of a bachelor
Oh oh
Seems so fitting for
Happily ever after (woo)
How could I ask for more?
A lifetime of laughter
At the expense of the death of a bachelor
In "Death of a Bachelor," Panic! at the Disco's lead singer, Brendon Urie, expresses his fears of being alone after getting married. The song is the title track of the band's fifth studio album, released in 2016. The opening lyrics, "Do I look lonely? I see the shadows on my face," suggest Brendon's insecurities and doubts about his future. He recognizes that people have told him that he "doesn't look the same," indicating that he has changed since getting engaged. As he walks the "long road," he watches the "sky fall" and feels the weight of his choices.
The song's title, "Death of a Bachelor," suggests the idea of a man dying to his old self as he enters into married life. Urie reflects on the single life, remaining nostalgic for the days when he was "playing hooky with the best of the best." He juxtaposes this idea with the prospect of "happily ever after" to suggest that marriage is a big change and can be bittersweet. Ultimately, Urie acknowledges that the "death" of his former self is necessary for him to embrace the "lifetime of laughter" with his partner.
Line by Line Meaning
Do I look lonely?
I feel lonely and insecure, do I seem that way to you?
I see the shadows on my face
My emotions and struggles are reflected on my face
People have told me I don't look the same
Those close to me notice the changes in my behavior and appearance
Maybe I lost weight
I am going through a difficult time that might be affecting my physical health
I'm playing hooky with the best of the best
I am trying to have fun and enjoy life regardless of my struggles
Put my heart on my chest so that you can see it, too
I am being vulnerable and showing my true emotions to those around me
I'm walking the long road, watching the sky fall
I am enduring a difficult journey and facing challenges
The lace in your dress tingles my neck, how do I live?
I am captivated and overwhelmed by someone's beauty and questioning how to move on from them
The death of a bachelor
The end of my single life and embracing a new chapter
Letting the water fall
letting go of the past and moving on
Seems so fitting for Happily ever after (woo)
This change in my life feels right and will lead to my happiness and future success
How could I ask for more?
I am grateful for all that I have and don't need anything else
A lifetime of laughter at the expense of the death of a bachelor
Although I am embracing this new chapter, I am also saying goodbye to my old identity and lifestyle
I'm cutting my mind off
I am trying to distract myself from my overwhelming thoughts and emotions
Feels like my heart is going to burst
I am feeling overwhelmed and suffocated by my emotions
Alone at a table for two and I just wanna be served
I am feeling lonely and out of place, just wanting some comfort and company
And when you think of me am I the best you've ever had?
I am questioning if I am enough and if I will be remembered fondly
Share one more drink with me, smile even though you're sad
I am seeking temporary happiness and trying to enjoy the moment despite underlying sadness
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Jacob Scott Sinclair, Brendon Boyd Urie, Lauren Pritchard
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@dearfauxpas
Oh oh oh
Letting nothing fall
The death of my mental stability
Oh oh oh
Seems so fitting for
Sadly ever afterrrr
WOOOOO
What's the point of more
A lifetime of insecurity
at the expense of
the death of my mental stability
@Grapeyeatsgrapes
Brendon’s jawline is his cheat code to hitting his high notes
@9etytoo
guys its both
@Dani-it9vc
It's the fivehead
@mariafe7050
Danara De Jong No it's a sixhead
@sunitaadhikari6081
@Frazor07 no its seven+t head
=seventy head
@iliketurtles5363
Sunita Adhikari that’s exaggerated
@luciuscalingin6792
Legends say that he is still waiting to be served
@Haze3815
Must be at chilli's
@Rana_801
@@Haze3815 probably arby's
@nicco3632
He is in the macdonald's