Modern Romance
Yeah Yeah Yeahs Lyrics

Modern Romance by Yeah Yeah Yeahs is a song that explores the idea of the fleeting nature of relationships and the realization that modern love is not as enduring as it once was. The song begins with the lines "Don't hold on, Go get strong, Well don't you know, There is no Modern romance", which suggests to cut ties and move on, as the idea of true romance and long-lasting relationships is just a thing of the past. The lyrics touch upon how time doesn't seem to be on anyone's side and how it always stops who it wants, leaving behind relationships that never last, suggesting that modern romance is just a myth. The chorus "There is no modern romance, this is no modern romance" is repeated several times throughout the song, emphasizing the idea that true love is no longer attainable.

The lyrics in Modern Romance also speak of the realization of one's own wrong perceptions of love and relationships. The line "Well I was wrong, it never lasts" suggests that the singer thought they had something good going on, but ultimately, it wasn't meant to last. The song's bare arrangement, with just a guitar riff and Karen O's vocals, creates a melancholic atmosphere that perfectly fits the theme of the song.