Life of the Party
Allday The Veronicas Lyrics

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Everybody wants to be the life of the party
But I just want to find somebody, find somebody

You used to be the life of the party
We were smoking loud like a Harley
You were playing games like Atari
You're not Ashton Kutcher so don't punk me

I was driving mad and smashed the rental
Old problems that we always have to wrestle
Being stone cold to me never gentle
But I still hang up when my ex calls

Yeah, its only retrograde just let it be for a while
Some people they wanna be seen but I could leave in the night
All these wolves in sheep's clothing you don't see 'til they bite
All these sheep try to tell me what to speak in the mic

We'll have big coats like the Rolling Stones
Somewhere in the country we can call our own
My mum always told me that the good ones go
When the lights come on and you're all alone

When the lights come on and you're all alone
When the lights come on and you're all alone
My mum always told me that the good ones go
When the lights come on and you're all alone

Everybody wants to be the life of the party
But I just want to find somebody, find somebody
When the lights come on and you're all alone
Everybody wants to be the life of the party
But I just want to find somebody, find somebody
When the lights come on and you're all alone

Used to be the life of the party, drip, drip crying in Versace
With this around my neck, yeah she got me
Just when I thought nothing could stop me
Oh, I woke up alone, hotel beds are cold, yeah
I left you at home, I miss who I was there, when I didn't care
(When I didn't care)
(You used to be the life of the party)

We'll have big coats like the Rolling Stones
Somewhere in the country we can call our own
My mum always told me that the good ones go
When the lights come on and you're all alone
When the lights come on and you're all alone
When the lights come on and you're all alone
My mum always told me that the good ones go
When the lights come on and you're all alone

Everybody wants to be the life of the party
But I just want to find somebody, find somebody
When the lights come on and you're all alone
Everybody wants to be the life of the party
But I just want to find somebody, find somebody
When the lights come on and you're all alone

Everybody wants to be the life of the party
But I just want to find somebody, find somebody
When the lights come on and you're all alone
Everybody wants to be the life of the party

But I just want to find somebody, find somebody
When the lights come on and you're all alone

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Life of the Party" by Allday The Veronicas explore the idea of wanting to be the center of attention, but also the desire to find genuine connection with someone. The singer acknowledges the common desire for attention and recognition at parties, but personally yearns for a deeper connection with an individual.

The song starts by contrasting the singer's desire to find somebody with the typical partygoer who wants to be seen as the life of the party. The mention of smoking loudly like a Harley and playing games like Atari represents the carefree and playful nature of their past relationship. However, the singer also acknowledges the deceitful behavior of their former partner, warning them not to deceive or play tricks on them.

The lyrics further express the singer's struggles within the relationship, mentioning driving mad and smashing a rental car, and the ongoing problems they have to constantly deal with. Despite the difficulties, the singer still feels a certain level of emotional detachment, hanging up on their ex when they call.

The chorus of the song conveys the belief that some people crave attention but the singer can easily leave the spotlight behind. They also express the frustration of being surrounded by individuals who pretend to be harmless, only to reveal their true nature when they harm you. The mention of speaking into the microphone refers to the pressures of being influenced by others and maintaining authenticity in the face of outside demands.

The bridge acknowledges the desire for a stable and comfortable life, symbolized by having big coats like the Rolling Stones. The longing for a place they can call their own is juxtaposed with the advice the singer received from their mother - that good things often end when the lights come on and you're left alone. This represents the fleeting nature of superficial connections and the longing for something more genuine.

In summary, "Life of the Party" highlights the contrast between the desire for attention and the yearning for genuine connection. It reflects the struggles and conflicting emotions within a relationship, the challenges of maintaining authenticity in a world where others try to influence you, and the fleeting nature of superficial connections.

Line by Line Meaning

Everybody wants to be the life of the party
Everyone desires to be the center of attention and enjoyment at social gatherings

But I just want to find somebody, find somebody
However, my main goal is to discover a meaningful connection with another person

You used to be the life of the party
You were previously the charismatic and lively person at social events

We were smoking loud like a Harley
We were indulging in marijuana heavily, reminiscent of the strong, roaring sound of a Harley Davidson motorcycle

You were playing games like Atari
You were engaging in deceptive actions, similar to playing video games on the Atari console

You're not Ashton Kutcher so don't punk me
You don't possess the charm or wit of Ashton Kutcher, so don't deceive or trick me

I was driving mad and smashed the rental
I was filled with anger and frustration, leading me to recklessly damage the rented vehicle

Old problems that we always have to wrestle
Recurring issues that we constantly struggle with

Being stone cold to me never gentle
You were consistently emotionally unresponsive and harsh towards me

But I still hang up when my ex calls
Despite our past relationship, I continue to disconnect the call when my ex-partner contacts me

Yeah, its only retrograde just let it be for a while
The current situation is only a temporary setback, so it should be allowed to resolve itself over time

Some people they wanna be seen but I could leave in the night
While some individuals crave attention and recognition, I would prefer to quietly exit and disappear

All these wolves in sheep's clothing you don't see 'til they bite
There are many deceitful individuals who pretend to be harmless until they reveal their true intentions

All these sheep try to tell me what to speak in the mic
Numerous conformists attempt to dictate what I should express through the microphone

We'll have big coats like the Rolling Stones
We will possess extravagant clothing similar to the iconic fashion style of the Rolling Stones band

Somewhere in the country we can call our own
In a rural location, we will find a place that we can consider as our personal sanctuary

My mum always told me that the good ones go
My mother frequently advised me that genuinely good individuals eventually leave

When the lights come on and you're all alone
When the party ends and solitude surrounds you

Used to be the life of the party, drip, drip crying in Versace
You were once the center of attention, shedding tears while wearing luxurious Versace clothing

With this around my neck, yeah she got me
Referring to a necklace or a symbol of commitment, it signifies being captivated by a particular person

Just when I thought nothing could stop me
At a time when I believed I was invincible and unstoppable

Oh, I woke up alone, hotel beds are cold, yeah
However, I found myself awakening in solitude, with hotel beds offering no warmth or comfort

I left you at home, I miss who I was there, when I didn't care
I left you behind while I was away, reminiscing about the version of myself who was carefree and unconcerned

(You used to be the life of the party)
(You were once the focal point of enjoyment and excitement at social gatherings)