Bang!
AJR feat. Hayley Kiyoko Lyrics


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I get up, I get down, and I'm jumpin' around
And the rumpus and ruckus are comfortable now
Been a hell of a ride, but I'm thinking it's time to grow
Bang, bang, bang
So I got an apartment across from the park
Put quinoa in my fridge, still I'm not feeling grown
Been a hell of a ride, but I'm thinking it's time to go
Bang, bang, bang (here we go)

So put your best face on, everybody
Pretend you know this song, everybody
Come hang
Let's go out with a bang
Bang, bang, bang
I'm way too young to lie here forever
I'm way too old to try, so whatever
Come hang
Let's go out with a bang
Bang, bang, bang

So this girl's on my block, keep on messin' me up
And I gave her my keys, now I'm changin' my lock
Been a hell of a ride, but I think that it's time to grow
Time to grow, yeah (metronome)
I just want a challenge, but I'm way too stressed
'Cause I've been way off balance, tryna take these meds
To make me feel safe (feel safe), but I'm afraid it may be too late
(Here we go)

So put your best face on, everybody
Pretend you know this song, everybody
Come hang
Let's go out with a bang
Bang, bang, bang
I'm way too young to lie here forever
I'm way too old to try, so whatever
Come hang
Let's go out with a bang
Bang, bang, bang, (bang, bang-bang-bang-bang) (go out with a bang)
Bang, bang, bang, (bang, bang-bang-bang-bang, bang)
Been a hell of a ride, but I'm thinking it's time to go

So put your best face on, everybody
Pretend you know this song
Everybody come hang
Let's go out with a bang
Bang, bang, bang (here we go)

So put your best face on, everybody
Pretend you know this song, everybody
Come hang (come hang)
Let's go out with a bang
Bang, bang, bang, (bang, bang-bang-bang-bang)
I'm way too young to lie here forever
I'm way too old to try, so whatever
Come hang (come hang)
Let's go out with a bang




Bang, bang, bang (here we go)
(Bang, bang)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of AJR feat. Hayley Kiyoko's song, “Bang!” are a call to action for the listeners to live in the moment and enjoy life to the fullest. The opening verse describes the artist jumping around and feeling comfortable with the chaos of life. However, he realizes that it is time for him to grow, and he needs to move on to the next phase of his life together with his listeners, who are included in the chorus with the lines, "Let's go out with a bang," repeated several times.


The bridge of the song describes the artist's frustrations and his willingness to take action and make changes. He talks about a girl on his block who keeps messing him up, and the stress he has to undergo, which he attempts to relieve by taking meds. Despite this, he is still afraid that it may be too late for him to take action. The song ends with the chorus and the line, "I'm way too young to lie here forever, I'm way too old to try, so whatever," which could be interpreted as an encouragement to enjoy life while they still can.


Line by Line Meaning

I get up, I get down, and I'm jumpin' around
I am filled with energy and enthusiasm, constantly moving and grooving


And the rumpus and ruckus are comfortable now
The chaos and commotion in my life have become familiar and comforting


Been a hell of a ride, but I'm thinking it's time to grow
Although my journey so far has been intense and fulfilling, I believe it's time for me to progress and evolve


Bang, bang, bang
Let's make some noise and shake things up


So I got an apartment across from the park
I have secured a new place to live, situated near a peaceful and calming environment


Put quinoa in my fridge, still I'm not feeling grown
Even though I am making mature choices like stocking my fridge with healthy food, I still feel like I have more growing to do


So put your best face on, everybody
Let's present ourselves in the best possible light, no matter what's going on inside


Pretend you know this song, everybody
Let's all join in and pretend like we are familiar with this situation, even if we're not


Come hang, let's go out with a bang
Let's spend time together and make our departure from this moment memorable and impactful


I'm way too young to lie here forever
I am too youthful and ambitious to remain stagnant and idle


I'm way too old to try, so whatever
I have reached a certain point in my life where I feel like I don't have to try so hard anymore, and I can embrace things as they come


So this girl's on my block, keep on messin' me up
There's someone in my life who's causing turmoil and throwing me off balance


And I gave her my keys, now I'm changin' my lock
I trusted this person and gave them access to my life, but now I'm taking back control and shutting them out


I just want a challenge, but I'm way too stressed
I crave something new and exciting, but I'm also dealing with a lot of anxiety and pressure


'Cause I've been way off balance, tryna take these meds
I've been struggling to feel stable and in control, resorting to medication to help me cope


To make me feel safe (feel safe), but I'm afraid it may be too late
I take these meds to feel secure and calm, but I worry that it might be too late for me to find that peace within myself


Bang, bang, bang (here we go)
Let's keep making noise and causing a stir to keep things interesting




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Adam Metzger, Jack Metzger, Ryan Metzger, Hayley Alcroft

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