Under Lights
Bootleg Rascal Lyrics
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The world is nearly up for me
Shoulda known better
Cause I'm making my way underneath
It's another of your casualties
I thought of what you said to me
And all I want to know is
Will you spend the weekend with me
We can spend it under light
Open your eyes and don't say maybe
We're gonna spend it under light
You've been drawn to my apple tree
Coming up the top from me
Just another lover
Cause everybody's currency
For happy endings joyfully's
Never gonna work for me
I thought of what you said to me
And all I want to know is
Will you spend the weekend with me
We can spend it under light
Open your eyes and don't say maybe
We're gonna spend it under light
x2
Under light, under light
Under light, under light
Will you spend the weekend with me
We can spend it under light
Open your eyes and don't say maybe
We're gonna spend it under light
x2
Under light, under light
Under light, under light
The lyrics to Bootleg Rascal's song "Under Lights" seem to be about a person who is experiencing a kind of existential crisis. The first verse talks about feeling like the world is ending, and the second describes the person feeling like they are a "casualty" - a victim of something. The second half of the song focuses on a relationship, with the singer asking someone to spend the weekend with them and "open their eyes" to what could be between them. The repeated refrain of "under light" seems to symbolize a sense of hope or possibility, even in the midst of all the uncertainties and difficulties of life.
The line "cause everybody's currency/ For happy endings joyfully's/ Never gonna work for me" is particularly interesting, as it seems to reflect a skepticism about conventional ideas of happiness and success. The idea that people are seen as commodities or currency in a relationship is a cynical view, but it is not an uncommon one. The song seems to suggest that the singer is seeking something more meaningful and less transactional.
Line by Line Meaning
Follow me into the sea
Come with me, trust me and follow me into the unknown and uncertain future
The world is nearly up for me
I feel like I am losing control over things in my life and it's getting overwhelming
Shoulda known better
I made a mistake and I regret it now
Cause I'm making my way underneath
I am trying to navigate my problems and emotions by keeping them hidden and pretending everything is okay
It's another of your casualties
This is another failed relationship caused by my actions or faults
I thought of what you said to me
I remembered something you said to me and it's been on my mind
And all I want to know is
I just want to ask you one question
Will you spend the weekend with me
I want to spend some time with you and get closer to you
We can spend it under light
Let's have a good time together, maybe go out and enjoy the nightlife
Open your eyes and don't say maybe
Be decisive and not hesitant, look at me and give me an honest answer
We're gonna spend it under light
I am excited about the prospect of spending time with you and having fun
You've been drawn to my apple tree
You have been attracted to me and my seductive ways
Coming up the top from me
Approaching me and getting closer to me
Just another lover
I don't take this relationship too seriously, as I have had many casual partners before
Cause everybody's currency
Everyone is in it for their own benefit and gains in relationships
For happy endings joyfully's
Having a happily ever after together may not be possible or realistic
Never gonna work for me
I don't think a long-term commitment or a serious relationship is something I can handle
x2
This verse is repeated two times
Under light, under light
Let's enjoy ourselves and have a good time in the lights of the city
Contributed by Lauren L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.