First Day Of My Life
Bright Eyes (Cover) Lyrics


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This is the first day of my life
Swear I was born right in the doorway
I went out in the rain, suddenly everything changed
They're spreading blankets on the beach

Yours was the first face that I saw
I think I was blind before I met you
I don't know where I am, I don't know where I've been
But I know where I want to go

And so I'd thought I'd let you know
That these things take forever, I especially am slow
But I realized that need you
And I wondered if I could come home

I remember the time you drove all night
Just to meet me in the morning
And I thought it was strange, you said everything changed
You felt as if you just woke up

And you said
"This is the first day of my life
I'm glad I didn't die before I met you
But now I don't care, I could go anywhere with you
And I'd probably be happy"

So if you wanna be with me
With these things there's no telling
We just have to wait and see
But I'd rather be working for a paycheck
Than waiting to win the lottery





Besides, maybe this time is different
I mean, I really think you like me

Overall Meaning

The song "The First Day of My Life" by Bright Eyes is a beautiful and romantic song about new beginnings and finding love. The opening line “This is the first day of my life” sets the tone for the rest of the song. The singer declares they were born right in the doorway and suddenly everything changed when they went out in the rain. This could be interpreted as a metaphor for a new beginning, where the rain could represent a cleansing of the past and starting anew.


The singer then goes on to describe how everything changed when they saw the person they are singing to; “Yours was the first face that I saw, I think I was blind before I met you”. This line suggests that the singer had been lost or lacked direction before meeting their love interest. The love interest has brought clarity and purpose to their life. The singer declares that they know where they want to go, but they don't know where they've been. In this line, the singer shows that while they've found direction, they're still uncertain about their past and need to build their future with their love interest.


The chorus is a declaration of love and happiness. The singer talks about how happy they are to have found their love interest, and that together they can go anywhere, with the assurance that they will be happy. The song ends with the singer expressing their desire to be with the person they love. This song is a beautiful reminder that love can change everything, and that the future can be brighter with someone to share it with.


Line by Line Meaning

This is the first day of my life
Today feels like my first day of truly living and experiencing everything around me.


Swear I was born right in the doorway
I feel reborn with a fresh start and a whole new perspective on life.


I went out in the rain, suddenly everything changed
I did something that seemed ordinary, but it ended up being a significant turning point in my life that I never expected.


They're spreading blankets on the beach
People are preparing to relax and enjoy the beauty of nature in their own way, just like everyone has their own path in life.


Yours was the first face that I saw
You were the first person I consciously remember seeing and interacting with. You had a significant impact on me from the very beginning of our story.


I think I was blind before I met you
Before meeting you, I feel that I was ignorant of many things about life and myself. You opened my eyes to greater possibilities and potential.


I don't know where I am, I don't know where I've been
I feel lost and unsure of my past and present, but with you, I know where I want to go and what I want to achieve.


But I know where I want to go
I have a clear vision of what I want for my future, and where I want us to be together.


And so I'd thought I'd let you know
I want to communicate my feelings to you openly and honestly.


That these things take forever, I especially am slow
I know that building a strong, lasting relationship takes time and patience, and I am willing to take it slow and work at it with you.


But I realized that need you
Through my journey, I've come to realize that I need you in my life.


And I wondered if I could come home
I am ready to make a commitment to you and build a life with you. Can I come home to you and make that happen?


I remember the time you drove all night
I recall a specific moment when you made a great effort to meet me, which showed me how much you cared for and valued me.


Just to meet me in the morning
You went out of your way to be with me, even if it meant sacrificing your own time and energy. This was a clear act of devotion and love.


And I thought it was strange, you said everything changed
I was surprised when you told me that your entire outlook on life shifted after meeting me. It further emphasized how much of an impact we have on each other.


You felt as if you just woke up
You felt a newfound sense of clarity and purpose after meeting me, almost like you were reborn with a fresh perspective.


"This is the first day of my life
This moment with you feels so pure and genuine, it's like I have been given a new lease on life.


I'm glad I didn't die before I met you
I'm grateful to have met you when I did, and I feel that you are an essential part of my life now. Without you, I am incomplete.


But now I don't care, I could go anywhere with you
My trust in our connection is so deep that I don't care where we go, as long as we are together.


And I'd probably be happy"
As long as we have each other, I believe we can face any challenge and be happy in life.


So if you wanna be with me
I am offering you an invitation to be with me in love and partnership, to build a future together.


With these things there's no telling
I know that even with the uncertainty of life, with you, anything is possible.


We just have to wait and see
We may not know how our story will unfold, but I am willing to take the journey with you and see what happens.


But I'd rather be working for a paycheck
While there are risks in life and in love, I am willing to take them head-on and put in hard work and effort rather than relying on luck or fate.


Than waiting to win the lottery
I don't want to wait for my luck to change, I am willing to take control of my future and build a life with you.


Besides, maybe this time is different
Despite any past difficulties or uncertainties, I have faith that our relationship is different and has a unique potential that I want to explore.


I mean, I really think you like me
I am confident in the connection we share and can sense your warmth and affection towards me, which makes me want to pursue our relationship further.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: CONOR OBERST

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@AdamBlack

I really know what thats like Warren. < I lost my best friend at 18 , weeks before i was going to see him. And I lost a lover in 2006 to Borderline. >
....
He made you feel at home, wherever you were... you never had that before and now you are supposed to live without.
( ok maybe thats me )

HE KNEW, i promise you. He KNEW

I hope you do have someone now, if not a lover, than an intimate friend.

154 strangers think you are great.

and for a few minutes* , one stranger Really wished after reading your comment , I could be that person for you .
but thats probably just the magic of rock and roll, right?

Warren this is for your boy, Young Boys aint supposed to die on a Saturday Night
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G1lq40tR72Q&list=PL4F059318EE3D52D3&index=19

< * i havent stopped. i just realize its a bit ridiculous. Your honesty touched me >



@starlesslostwords2687

This is the first day of my life
Swear I was born right in the doorway
I went out in the rain, suddenly everything changed
They're spreading blankets on the beach
Yours was the first face that I saw
I think I was blind before I met you
And I don't know where I am, I don't know where I've been
But I know where I want to go
And so I thought I'd let you know
Yeah, these things take forever, I especially am slow
But I realized that I need you
And I wondered if I could come home
Remember the time you drove all night
Just to meet me in the morning?
And I thought it was strange, you said everything changed
You felt as if you'd just woke up
And you said
"This is the first day of my life
I'm glad I didn't die before I met you
But now I don't care, I could go anywhere with you
And I'd probably be happy"
So if you wanna be with me
With these things there's no telling
We just have to wait and see
But I'd rather be working for a paycheck
Than waiting to win the lottery, ah-ha, mm-hmm
Besides, maybe this time is different
I mean, I really think you like me



All comments from YouTube:

@gabiluch87

I got married to this song. Unfortunately, 6 months later my husband passed away, he had a brain tumor.
I haven heard it too much ever since, coz it still hurts so much. The lyrics gave a different meaning now, I'm so happy I met him before he died, and I know he was happy he had met me before he died too.
Love you and miss you, love of my life.

@ausgaze436

condolences.. stay strong. peace x

@mechemaciel884

so sorry for your lost...You both were very lucky to have each other I think. stay strong!

@chosentonessournotes

I’m so sorry for your loss… Here I am using drugs and not caring about my life… And you lost the person you loved most. Thankfully I’m clean now. I admire your strength. I pray I can be as strong as you!

@dipset6845

Sorry for you lose😢😢

@lowercase21

May God strengthen you during this time and may your husband be in heaven watching over you. I'm truly sorry for your loss God bless you hun.

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@soniac191

I think of my daughter when I hear this song. I was diagnosed with cancer when she was 2 years old and although I'm not afraid of dying as it is a part of life, I begged God to give me enough time so that she could get to know me and know what my love for her felt like. I was terrified that I would die before she had any tangible memories of me. My biggest fear was that she would know how much I loved her because other people told her and not because she knew what my love for her felt like. "I'm glad I didn't die before I met you." I'm so glad I didn't die before she got to know me. It's been 13 years now, I'm cancer free! We have the best relationship and I'm so grateful for every single day that i get to spend with her.

Myabella, if you ever stumble across this comment always remember, i love you the most most ♥️

@dustinb1070

I'm not crying, your crying! Such a beautiful comment. Best wishes for you and your family.

@verelenikaJune

I'm so glad she gets to experience your love . It's a beautiful thing really a parents love . My dad died when I was 21 and I'm so grateful I got to feel his love ❤

@wolframmerkel176

Absolutely beautiful.

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