It's a big big world and you can do what you like
You can do anything you want because darling it's your life
But don't go back to Dalston
Don't go up the junction
Don't go round the houses
Well just come back to me

Come back to me
Come back to me
Come back to me
It's a big big world and you can take your time
You've got your friends and I've got mine

Don't go back to Dalston
Don't go up the junction
Don't go round the houses
Well just come back to me

Come back to me
Come back to me
Come back to me
(Oh)
Just come back, come back, come back
Come back, come back, come back [Repeats]
Come back, come back, come back to me

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Razorlight's song Don't Go Back To Dalston discuss the freedom of choice we have in life, while also urging the listener to return to the singer. The song begins by acknowledging the vastness of the world and the unlimited possibilities it holds for us. However, the refrain warns against returning to certain locations such as Dalston, up the junction, or round the houses. These places may represent negative memories or experiences. The final lines of the refrain, "just come back to me," reveal that the song is also a plea for the person to return to the singer. Despite the independence and limitless opportunities offered by the world, the singer cannot fully let go and still longs for the person to come back to them.

The repetition of the refrain emphasizes the singer's desire for the person to return to them. The phrase "come back to me" is simple and direct, conveying a sense of urgency and need. The chorus is also structured in a call-and-response style, with the singer repeating "come back to me" and the listener urged to follow. The use of location names in the refrain, such as Dalston and up the junction, may be specific to the band's experiences but also add a sense of relatability and nostalgia to the song.

Line by Line Meaning

It's a big big world and you can do what you like
The world is vast and you have the freedom to make your own choices

You can do anything you want because darling it's your life
You have complete control over your life and can pursue any path you desire

But don't go back to Dalston
Avoid returning to Dalston, a place of past mistakes or misfortunes

Don't go up the junction
Avoid a difficult or complicated situation that may lead to adversity

Don't go round the houses
Don't beat around the bush or avoid the issue, be direct and honest

Well just come back to me
Instead, return to me, where love and support will be waiting for you

Come back to me
Reaffirming the desire for the loved one to return

It's a big big world and you can take your time
You have the luxury of time to explore and discover yourself

You've got your friends and I've got mine
Everyone has their own social circle, and that is perfectly okay

Just come back, come back, come back
Simplistic plea for the loved one to return

Come back, come back, come back to me
Final appeal for the loved one to come back and be together once again

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JOHNNY BORRELL

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@cats540181

12y↑1

I love this band. They sound the exact same on the album and live.

@tlamotte

14y

They were very popular.. 'America' was a huge hit!

@wasteofspace20

10y

I thought I was so much better than you for listening to this band 10 years ago. I've since retired as a wanker (for now), also quitting my low-life corporate marketing job, but this band still can be appreciated for some great music.