Do You Love Me Like You Used to
Best Coast Lyrics
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When did my life stop being so fun?
Wish I could care about someone, the way I used to.
When will this be done?
I'm always crying on the phone,
Because I know that I'll end up alone.
Lord please forgive me for my sins
Do you love me like you used to?
Do you, do you, do you?
I have no reason to complain,
My feelings change, they melt away in my brain.
I keep myself awake at night,
Sleep with the lights on, always ready to fire
I'm always crying on the phone,
Because I know that I'll end up alone.
Lord please forgive me for my sins
I didn't mean it, I just want it to end
I'm always running down the street
I don't remember what it means to be me
I left all of that sh*t behind
But still I seem to lose my mind,
My mind, my mind, my mind, my mind
The lyrics to Best Coast's song "Do You Love Me Like You Used To" convey a sense of melancholy and longing for the past. The opening lines, "I wake up to the morning sun, when did my life stop being so fun?" suggest that the singer is feeling disillusioned with their current state of existence. They yearn for the ability to care for someone the way they used to, before whatever happened to make their life less enjoyable.
The repeated refrain of "do you love me like you used to?" further emphasizes the singer's desire to recapture the past. It's not clear who the target of this question is - it could be a romantic partner, a friend, or even the singer themselves. Regardless, the question hints at a sense of insecurity and uncertainty about the state of their relationships.
The final lines of the song, "I'm always running down the street, I don't remember what it means to be me...still I seem to lose my mind" suggest that the singer is struggling to find their place in the present. They feel lost and disconnected from themselves, unable to reconcile their current life with the memories of who they used to be.
Overall, "Do You Love Me Like You Used To" is a poignant exploration of nostalgia and the way that our past experiences shape who we are in the present. It's a relatable sentiment that many listeners will connect with.
Line by Line Meaning
I wake up to the morning sun,
Starting a new day but feeling unfulfilled and lost in life.
When did my life stop being so fun?
Reflecting on the past when life was enjoyable and questioning why it's not anymore.
Wish I could care about someone, the way I used to.
Longing for the ability to feel love like before and connect with someone.
When will this be done?
Asking when the pain and confusion will end.
I'm always crying on the phone,
Feeling so alone and disconnected that the only outlet is reaching out to someone over the phone.
Because I know that I'll end up alone.
Feeling like there's no hope for a fulfilling relationship and fear of a future in solitude.
Lord please forgive me for my sins
Feeling guilty for wanting to escape the pain and confusion, but reaching out to a higher power for help.
I didn't mean it, I just want it to end
Feeling like a burden for venting and desiring relief from the constant pain.
Do you love me like you used to?
Asking if the love and connection in the relationship is still present, or if it's fading away.
Do you, do you, do you?
Repeating the question to emphasize the importance of knowing the answer.
I have no reason to complain,
Acknowledging that there's no major issue in life, but still feeling unfulfilled and disconnected.
My feelings change, they melt away in my brain.
Feeling like the emotions are fleeting and fade away quickly without any real resolution or understanding.
I keep myself awake at night,
Unable to sleep due to the constant turmoil and confusion in the mind.
Sleep with the lights on, always ready to fire
Feeling unsafe and always on edge, like something bad is going to happen.
I'm always running down the street
Feeling like there's a constant need to escape or run away from the pain and confusion.
I don't remember what it means to be me
Losing sight of one's own identity and feeling lost in the chaos.
I left all of that sh*t behind
Trying to move on from past traumas and negative experiences.
But still I seem to lose my mind,
Despite trying to escape the pain, it still lingers and causes distress.
My mind, my mind, my mind, my mind
Emphasizing the constant presence of the pain and turmoil in the mind.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BETHANY COSENTINO
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Luís2212
I wake up to the morning sun,
When did my life stop being so fun?
Wish I could care about someone, the way I used to.
When will this be done?
I'm always crying on the phone,
Because I know that I'll end up alone.
Lord please forgive me for my sins
I didn't mean it, I just want it to end
Do you love me like you used to?
Do you, do you, do you?
I have no reason to complain,
My feelings change, they melt away in my brain.
I keep myself awake at night,
Sleep with the lights on, always ready to fire
I'm always crying on the phone,
Because I know that I'll end up alone.
Lord please forgive me for my sins
I didn't mean it, I just want it to end
I'm always running down the street
I don't remember what it means to be me
I left all of that shit behind
But still I seem to lose my mind,
My mind, my mind, my mind, my mind
Arly Nicole
This video inspired me to save up and move to LA. A VERY spontaneous decision, but I believe it will be worth it. Thank you Best Coast for giving me the strength to follow through with my dreams and giving me something to always look forward to. You guys are the ones I listen to whenever I need some happiness!
rollercoaster24
Dear god LA is the worst place to be spontaneous
Sophie Jensen
Arly Nicole we need to kno
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So did you ever move?
Casie Woods
Victor Blas NO way I'm stuck in a tiny wisconsin town. it kinda sucks because I really want some experiences before I get older. I'm only a senior in hs but I really wanna get out there and explore and have an awesome time growing up
Victor Blas
I've been thinking about this move myself, maybe in a few years. I just love my job in Wisconsin, but I also love visiting LA!
Arlene Avila
I'm happy that I found them and I got so obsessed with them this summer
ellie loll
Love their music!!!!
howard rowan
A band of there own time and zone... Love em....
Samantha Burro
Best Coast is the solution of my depression days.