Neon lights
Annie feat. Jake Shears Lyrics


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I wanna go back in time
Underneath those neon lights come with me

Hello, it's me again
There's something that I want to say
I see you changed, oh well
But I don't really feel much different
We were cool back then
No, I don't wanna waste the moment
Let's do it again, do it right
Take me to a new

Been trying to forget, been trying to move on
'Cause it hurts when I think about it
But how can I forget?
Can you remember when you and
Me were more than friends?

Back in time, yeah
I just want to be there with you
One more time, yeah
Kiss me under neon lights how can I forget?
Can you remember when you and
Me were more than friends?
Back in time, yeah kiss me under neon lights

And yes, I know
This is just a love addiction
'Cause you look so good
That is just the way I like it

Been trying to forget, been trying to move on
'Cause it hurts when I think about it
But how can I forget?
Can you remember when you and
Me were more than friends?

Back in time, yeah
I just want to be there with you
One more time, yeah
Kiss me under neon lights how can I forget?
Can you remember when you and
Me were more than friends?
Back in time, yeah kiss me under neon lights

Hey Jake! Hey Annie!
Do you know that feeling when
You're dragging up the past?
Reliving old memories? Aha
And you know deep down that
He really isn't the one
But it all just felt so good i know that one
This is that feeling
And I just wanna go there again
Underneath those neon lights
Wanna come with me? Sure Annie
Come on! Let's go!

Yeah back in time, yeah
Kiss me under neon lights
How could I forget?
Can you remember when you and




Me were more than friends?
Back in time, yeah kiss me under neon lights

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Neon Lights" by Annie feat. Jake Shears capture a longing to return to a past full of vibrant memories and special moments. The singer expresses a desire to go back in time, evoking the imagery of neon lights that symbolize excitement and nostalgia. This sense of yearning for the past is further emphasized as the singer reminisces about a previous connection with someone and reflects on the changes that have occurred since then.


The lyrics convey a bittersweet sentiment as the singer grapples with trying to forget and move on from a past relationship that still holds emotional weight. Despite the pain of reminiscing, there is a strong pull towards reliving those moments and recapturing the essence of a time when the relationship held more depth and meaning. The repetition of wanting to go back in time and be with the other person hints at a yearning for reconciliation or closure.


The chorus of the song underscores the theme of nostalgia and yearning for the past, as the singer longs to be back in a time when things felt right and romantic. The imagery of kissing under neon lights signifies a desire for intimacy and a return to a moment of connection that has stuck in the singer's memory. The question posed in the lyrics, "Can you remember when you and me were more than friends?" reflects a longing for a deeper connection that transcended mere friendship.


In the bridge of the song, there is a playful interaction between Annie and Jake, where they acknowledge the complex emotions involved in revisiting the past. The lyrics touch on the conflicting feelings of nostalgia and the realization that certain memories may be idealized or not entirely reflective of reality. Despite this awareness, there is still a strong impulse to embrace the past and rediscover the magic of being together under the neon lights. The song captures a mix of emotions, from longing and regret to a sense of acceptance and the willingness to explore the depths of past relationships.


Line by Line Meaning

I wanna go back in time
I desire to revisit the past


Underneath those neon lights come with me
Join me under the bright neon lights


Hello, it's me again
I'm back to express something


There's something that I want to say
I have an important message


I see you changed, oh well
You've evolved, that's okay


But I don't really feel much different
I remain unchanged


We were cool back then
We had a good relationship in the past


No, I don't wanna waste the moment
I don't want to miss this opportunity


Let's do it again, do it right
Let's repeat it correctly


Take me to a new
Lead me to a different experience


Been trying to forget, been trying to move on
I've attempted to erase memories and progress


'Cause it hurts when I think about it
Reflecting on it causes pain


But how can I forget?
Why can't I let go?


Mr.unknown-rider
An unidentified man


He was a friend of mine
He was a close companion


Back in time, yeah
In the past


I just want to be there with you
I yearn to be there together


One more time, yeah
Once again


Kiss me under neon lights how can I forget?
Embrace me in vibrant lights, how can I erase it from memory?


Can you remember when you and
Do you recall when you and


Me were more than friends?
Our relationship was deeper?


And yes, I know
I'm aware


This is just a love addiction
It's merely infatuation


'Cause you look so good
You appear attractive


That is just the way I like it
It suits my preferences


Hey Jake! Hey Annie!
Greetings to Jake and Annie


Do you know that feeling when
Are you familiar with that sensation?


You're dragging up the past?
You're reminiscing about history?


Reliving old memories? Aha
Revisiting past experiences, indeed


And you know deep down that
You're aware internally that


He really isn't the one
He's not the right person


But it all just felt so good i know that one
Yet everything felt wonderful, I understand that feeling


This is that feeling
This is the sentiment


And I just wanna go there again
I desire to return to that place


Wanna come with me? Sure Annie
Would you like to accompany me? Of course, Annie


Come on! Let's go!
Let's embark on this journey!




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