Please Let Me Know
City Lights Lyrics
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That it's okay for me to not let go
Of how it felt to have
The entire world at my feet
Not a worry on my mind
Please let me know
When we were kids
Things were so different
Talkin' shit on the internet
If you've got something to say
Why not say it to my face
We spent all our time
Wishing we were older
But now we're getting old
And it fucking sucks
We try our very best
To stay young at heart
When we were young
Life was so dissonant
Sitting on the edge of our seats
Anticipating what would come next
Who'd have thought that someday
Would get here so damn soon
I'm gonna put real life aside
Give it some faith
And let fate decide
'Cause sometimes our destiny
Is beyond our control
The lyrics of City Lights's song Please Let Me Know are about reminiscing the past and coming to terms with the fact that time flies and things change. The song starts with the singer asking for someone to tell them that it's okay to hold on to memories of a time when they felt like they had the entire world at their feet and didn't have a worry on their mind. The singer then contrasts this memory with the present, where people spend all their time talking negatively on the internet. The singer seems to miss the simplicity and honesty of childhood and urges people to speak their minds face to face rather than online.
The second verse of the song continues with the theme of nostalgia, with the singer reflecting on how they spent their childhood wishing to be older, but now that they're getting old, they realize how much it sucks. They try their best to stay youthful in spirit and not let go of their past, but they acknowledge that sometimes, their destiny is beyond their control. The song focuses on the idea that life changes, people grow up, and time goes by, but that it's okay to hold on to good memories and that change is inevitable.
One interesting fact about "Please Let Me Know" is that it was released as a single by City Lights before being included on their album, The Way Things Should Be. The song has been praised for its catchy melody and relatable lyrics, which many people can identify with as they too struggle with nostalgia and the changes of adulthood. The band has also stated in interviews that they wanted this song to be a departure from their earlier, more aggressive sound, and instead, they focused on the melody and the emotions it portrayed.
Line by Line Meaning
Someone please let me know
Asking for someone to inform them about what they want to know.
That it's okay for me to not let go
Requesting validation to hold onto the past and not move on.
Of how it felt to have
Recalling a specific feeling in the past.
The entire world at my feet
Feeling empowered and in control with no problems to face.
Not a worry on my mind
Being carefree and without anxiety.
Please let me know
Repeated request for information or validation.
When we were kids
Reminiscing about their childhood.
Things were so different
Noting changes from the past to the present.
People didn't spend all their time
Commentary on how modern society has changed.
Talkin' shit on the internet
Criticizing the negative discourse of online platforms.
If you've got something to say
Encouraging direct communication.
Why not say it to my face
Challenging individuals to confront each other personally.
We spent all our time
Reflecting on the past when they were young.
Wishing we were older
Wanting to grow up and experience more.
But now we're getting old
Acknowledging the passage of time and feeling their age.
And it fucking sucks
Expressing dissatisfaction with their current situation.
We try our very best
Striving to maintain a youthful outlook on life.
To stay young at heart
Hoping to keep a youthful mindset despite aging.
When we were young
Another recall of the past when they were young.
Life was so dissonant
Describing the chaos and unpredictability of youth.
Sitting on the edge of our seats
Anticipating what's to come, excited for the future.
Anticipating what would come next
Open and eager to new experiences.
Who'd have thought that someday
Reflecting on how surprising the present can be compared to the past.
Would get here so damn soon
Time seemed to have flown past and they didn't think they'd reach this point so quickly.
I'm gonna put real life aside
Choosing to ignore the problems and stressors of everyday life.
Give it some faith
Hoping that things will work out in the end.
And let fate decide
Fully embracing the idea of destiny and allowing it to take over.
'Cause sometimes our destiny
Acknowledging that fate can play a large part in their life.
Is beyond our control
Admitting that there are some things that can't be changed or influenced.
Contributed by Alexandra M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
goldwincs
i can't believe this song doesn't have a music video. this is so good
Advait Naik
Beautiful song. Punk-Pop at it's best!
Mason Wagner
Saw them a few weeks ago in Columbus with TBS! They sounded really good live, surprisingly. Weirdest thing was, I bought their album a few months earlier on a whim. Awesome decision. I feel like I was only one of a handful singing along with their songs, though they definitely deserve more recognition.
anfernee_23
Need them in 2021! 🥺🙌🏾 this band will always have a place in my heart
Brady Andros
lyrics hit so close to home. Miss these guys and the glory days of pop punk :'(
Robert Owens
This band earned its place in my itunes when i heard the first note!
Joel Duarte
Awesome song :)
Alrightnice89
Awesome song!
Looktowardsthesky
these guys are awesome
baseballer47
Saw them last night, soooooo sick live!