Young Love
Carlie Hanson & George Sear Lyrics

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(Ooh)
(Eh-eh-eh)

I wouldn′t call it brave
I wouldn't call it smart
I tried love right away
And rode into the dark

I′m just right ahead of you
Mmm, mmm, mmm

Young love (young love)
Sent my heart upwards (upwards)
It said, "Go ahead, do that, you don't wanna lose it all"
And I'm right back into young love (young love)
Is there worse to come? (Worse to come)
Worried if I don′t use it, then I′m gonna lose it all
But I still want your

Young, young love
Eh-eh-eh-eh
Young, young love
Eh-eh-eh-eh

A million ways to turn (to turn)
I walk right out of this (out of)
But this love needs to burn (to burn)
And that's worth every risk

I′m just right ahead of you
Mmm, mmm, mmm

Young love (young love)
Sent my heart upwards (upwards)
It said, "Go ahead, do that, you don't wanna lose it all"
And I′m right back into young love (young love)
Is there worse to come? (Worse to come)
Worried if I don't use it, then I′m gonna lose it all
But I still want your

Young, young love
Eh-eh-eh-eh
Young, young love
Eh-eh-eh-eh

Young love (young love)
Sent my heart upwards (upwards)
It said, "Go ahead, do that, you don't wanna lose it all"
And I'm right back into young love (young love)
Is there worse to come? (Worse to come)
Worried if I don′t use it, then I′m gonna lose it all
But I still want your

Young, young love
Eh-eh-eh-eh
Young, young love
Eh-eh-eh-eh

Ooh

Overall Meaning

In Carlie Hanson and George Sear's song "Young Love," the lyrics depict the excitement and fear that comes with new, young love. The singer admits that they wouldn't call falling in love right away brave or smart, but they did it anyway and rode into the dark. The lyrics suggest that the singer knows that love can lead to risky situations, but they are willing to take those risks with this person they're falling for. The chorus repeats the phrase "young love" as the singer's heart is sent upwards, encouraging them to go ahead and take risks for the sake of love. The singer contemplates the possibility of losing this love, but still wants it despite knowing there are potential consequences.

The lyrics' use of the phrase "young love" emphasizes the idea that the two lovers are young and inexperienced. They are taking a chance on each other despite the possibility of heartbreak. The lyrics also highlight the idea that love can sometimes feel like a rollercoaster ride, with its ups and downs and unexpected twists and turns. The phrase "I'm just right ahead of you" suggests that the singer is willing to lead the way and take charge, possibly because they have more experience with love than their partner. Overall, the song portrays the complex emotions of falling in love and the willingness to take risks for someone special.

Line by Line Meaning

I wouldn't call it brave
I don't consider my actions brave

I wouldn't call it smart
Nor do I consider them smart

I tried love right away
I jumped into a relationship immediately

And rode into the dark
Without knowing what to expect

I'm just right ahead of you
I have a little more experience in this than you do

Young love
Being new to love

Sent my heart upwards
Made me feel alive and uplifted

It said, "Go ahead, do that, you don't wanna lose it all"
The feeling encouraged me to take risks and not miss out on what could be

And I'm right back into young love
I keep finding myself in these new relationships

Is there worse to come?
Wondering if heartbreak is inevitable

Worried if I don't use it, then I'm gonna lose it all
Afraid that if I don't take risks in love, I'll miss out on the best experiences