Sit Next to Me
Foster the People Lyrics

Yeah, it's over, it's over
The singer is acknowledging the end of something that has evidently taken a negative toll on him.

I'm circling these vultures
The singer is feeling vulnerable, like prey, surrounded by people who may take advantage of his current state.

Got me prayin', man, this hunger
The singer is feeling hungry for something, though it is not clear what. He is desperate and hoping for something to fill the void.

Feelin' somethin' rotten
The artist is feeling a sense of decay, like something within himself is dying or deteriorating.

Last time I saw you, said "What's up?"
The artist is recalling the last time he saw the listener, which was a casual interaction.

And pushed right through
The singer didn't have much time to interact with the listener the last time he saw her, so he had to quickly move on.

Then I tried to catch you
After pushing through, the singer had a moment of regret and would have liked to catch up with the listener.

But we're always on the move
Both the artist and listener are constantly moving, both physically and figuratively, which makes it difficult for them to catch up with each other or develop a deeper connection.

And now it's over, we're sober
The artist is emphasizing that the previous situation is over, and both he and the listener are sober, meaning they are no longer under the influence of something that may have contributed to their past interactions.

Symptoms of the culture
The artist is acknowledging that his past behavior and the way he interacted with the listener was influenced by the culture or environment around them.

And the night ain't gettin' younger
The singer is aware that time is fleeting and that the night will eventually come to an end. He wants to make the most of the time he has left with the listener.

Last call's around the corner
The artist is aware that the night is coming to an end, as last call is a common signal that it's time to wrap things up and head home.

Feelin' kinda tempted
The singer is feeling a sense of temptation, as if there is something he would like to do but isn't sure if it's the right thing.

And I'm pourin' out the truth
The singer is opening up and expressing his true feelings to the listener.

Just fadin' out these talkers
The singer is trying to ignore or tune out other people who are potentially distracting him from the listener.

'Cause now all I want is you, I'm saying
The artist is making it clear that the listener is the only thing he's interested in right now.

Come over here and sit next to me
The artist is inviting the listener to come closer and spend some time with him.

We can see where things go naturally
The singer is suggesting that they see where their interaction could lead naturally, without any expectations or pressure.

Just say the word and I'll part the sea
The singer is assuring the listener that he will do anything for her, even something as seemingly impossible as parting the sea.

And I'll take you high
The artist is promising to elevate the listener's experience and bring her to new heights.

Well, I ain't frontin' my intention
The artist is declaring that he isn't hiding his true intentions or putting on an act.

Got your man outlined in chalk
The artist is suggesting that he is a threat to the listener's current partner, using the metaphor of outlining someone in chalk after a crime scene.

It's a midnight intervention
The singer is interrupting the listener's current situation, and it's happening in the middle of the night when things are typically more dramatic or intense.

Got no plans to make it stop
The artist is acknowledging that he isn't going to back down and will continue to pursue the listener.

Said you wanna keep it light
The singer is referencing a previous conversation with the listener, where they may have agreed to keep things casual or not get too serious.

But I'm here to tell you
The singer wants to let the listener know that his intentions have changed and he wants more than just a casual relationship.

I'm not tryna change your mind
The singer isn't trying to force the listener to feel a certain way, but rather expressing his own feelings and giving her the opportunity to decide how she feels.

It's alright
The artist is trying to reassure the listener that everything will be okay, even if their relationship takes a new turn.