Outskirts of Paradise
Bad Suns Lyrics

The song "Outskirts of Paradise" by Bad Suns seems to convey a feeling of restlessness and a desire for change. The singer, seemingly lost in a town of strip malls and porcelain skies, rolls down the window, both literally and figuratively, in search of something to guide him. The use of the phrase "the tranquil glow of the song I know" suggests that music is a source of comfort and guidance for the singer. He is searching for a friend, at least for a little while, and is open to new connections.

The chorus of the song, with its repetition of "I'm on the outskirts of paradise, chasing desire through the night, picturing ways to take flight when the time comes," reinforces the sense of dissatisfaction and longing for change. The idea of being on the outskirts of paradise suggests that the singer knows there is something better out there, but he hasn't quite made it yet. He is searching for ways to "take flight" and escape the strip mall times and porcelain skies that surround him.

The repeated phrase "separate yourself, integrate yourself" in the bridge suggests that the singer is struggling to find a place where he belongs. He needs to separate himself from the familiar but unsatisfying world of strip malls, but must also integrate himself into something new and better. The song ends with the repeated mantra of "separate yourself, integrate yourself," suggesting that the search for a better place and a strong connection with others is ongoing.