when we were young
Architects Lyrics
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One, two, three, four
We're separated by a margin of a greater degree
The same flesh and blood but in a different lane
I read the remedy too, but my words
They still sounded the same
When we were young
We thought we had the whole world figured out (figured out)
Now all we do is speak in tongues (speak in tongues)
We play a losing game
Only now we hear the shouts fading out
We flew into the sun
Oh
We flew into the sun
I'm dedicated to the shadow that's been following me
It caught me counting the cards, I guess the rules remain
Oh, it was heavenly then
But the devil's were calling my name
When we were young
We thought we had the whole world figured out (figured out)
Now all we do is speak in tongues (speak in tongues)
We play a losing game
Only now we hear the shouts fading out
We flew into the sun
Is there something in your eye?
Did you fall or were you just on a high?
Everybody's so afraid they could die
But they never once said
Thank god we're alive, oh
Is there something in your eye?
Did you fall or were you just on a high?
Everybody's so afraid they could die
But they never once said
Thank god we're alive
When we were young
We thought we had the whole world figured out (figured out)
We flew into the sun
We thought we had the whole world figured out (figured out)
Now all we do is speak in tongues (speak in tongues)
We play a losing game
Only now we hear the shouts fading out
We flew into the sun
The lyrics of Architects' song "When We Were Young" explore themes of nostalgia, disillusionment, and the passage of time. The song reflects on the idealism and optimism of youth, when everything seemed possible and the world was believed to be easily understood. The opening lines, "We're separated by a margin of a greater degree / The same flesh and blood but in a different lane" suggest that despite sharing common origins, people can diverge in life and develop different perspectives.
The refrain, "When we were young / We thought we had the whole world figured out," reminisces about a time when the singer and their peers believed they had a handle on how life works. However, as they grow older, they find themselves speaking in tongues, which could represent the lack of meaningful communication or feeling misunderstood. The line "We play a losing game / Only now we hear the shouts fading out" captures the sense of losing touch with their youthful confidence and the fading of their former beliefs.
The lyrics also touch upon the idea of temptation and inner struggles. The mention of being dedicated to a shadow that's been following the singer, counting cards, and the devils calling their name suggest a conflict between their idealistic past and the realities they face in the present. The lines "Is there something in your eye? / Did you fall or were you just on a high?" raise questions about whether the singer has stumbled or is simply experiencing the highs and lows of life.
Line by Line Meaning
We're separated by a margin of a greater degree
We are distanced from each other by a significant difference
The same flesh and blood but in a different lane
We may share our physical existence but lead separate lives
I read the remedy too, but my words
I have read the solution as well, but my words
They still sounded the same
They still carried the same meaning or message
We thought we had the whole world figured out
In the past, we believed we understood everything about the world
Now all we do is speak in tongues
Now all we do is talk in incomprehensible language or nonsense
We play a losing game
We engage in an activity where we are destined to lose
Only now we hear the shouts fading out
Only now do we realize that the voices of others are becoming weaker
We flew into the sun
We pursued our ambitions without considering the consequences or risks
I'm dedicated to the shadow that's been following me
I am committed to the darkness or negativity that has been persistently present in my life
It caught me counting the cards, I guess the rules remain
It caught me trying to manipulate or cheat the system, indicating that the restrictions or boundaries still apply
Oh, it was heavenly then
Oh, it felt wonderful or blissful back then
But the devils were calling my name
However, I was tempted or influenced by negative forces
Is there something in your eye?
Do you have something bothering you or causing you discomfort?
Did you fall or were you just on a high?
Did you stumble or were you simply experiencing a euphoric state?
Everybody's so afraid they could die
Everyone is filled with fear and the possibility of their own mortality
But they never once said
But they never expressed
Thank god we're alive, oh
Grateful that we are still living
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Adam Christianson, Alex Dean, Dan Searle, Josh Middleton, Sam Carter
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@mohdnadzrimatzin4379
I noticed that this video is visually pleasing and balanced because the vocalist continuously turns facing the camera even when the rest of the band don't. Interesting.
@titfacemcgruff4166
Right? I was thinking that too lol He's very in tune with the camera and definitely takes the video to another level!
@quincymb8576
Didn't think about that until you said that, but its true. It's a nice and simple addition to the live-performance music video.
@titfacemcgruff4166
One take videos aren't very easy to pull off at all. It only takes one little slip up and there goes the whole thing since it's literally just one continuous shot without any pauses or jump cuts. Nothing but pure talent coming from these guys. Flawless Victory...
@SlevinKalevera
AND he rotated enough one or two ways, then reversed, all while facing the whole time (so the XLR cable didn't get twisted around the stand too much)
LEGIT
@kylechisholm2695
Woah I didn't even notice that. Damn that's sick.
@alex0589
Good to see the drummer be more transparent about his playing
@JacobGlover2023
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@roshanfey
"everybody's so afraid they could die, but they never once say thank god we're alive" makes me choke up every time i hear it
@beezybeez4207
reminds me of SLT - Glory