Day โ€˜nโ€™ Nite
Coldplay Lyrics


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Day and night
I toss and turn, I keep stressing my mind, mind
I look for peace, but see, I don't attain
What I need for keeps, this silly game we play, play
Now look at this
Madness the magnet keeps attracting me, me
I try to run, but see, I'm not that fast
I think I'm first but surely finish last, last, last

'Cause day and night
The lonely stoner seems to free his mind at night
He's all alone through the day and night
The lonely loner seems to free his mind at night, at, at, at night

Hold the phone
The lonely stoner, Mr. Solo Dolo
He's on the move, can't seem to shake the shade
Within his dreams he sees the life he's made, made

The pain is deep
A silent sleeper, you won't hear a peep
The girl he wants don't seem to want him too
Seems the feelings that she had are through, through, through

'Cause day and night
The lonely stoner seems to free his mind at night
He's all alone through the day and night
The lonely loner seems to free his mind at night, at, at, at night
Day and night
The lonely stoner seems to free his mind at night
He's all alone, some things will never change
The lonely loner seems to free his mind at night, at, at, at night

And I've got some issues no one else can see
All these emotions pouring out of me
I got some issues no one else can see
All these emotions pouring (pouring out of me)

Day and night
The lonely stoner seems to free his mind at night
He's all alone through the day and night
The lonely loner seems to free his mind at night, at, at, at night

Oh, day and night
The lonely stoner seems to free his mind at night
He's all alone, some things will never change
The lonely loner seems to free his mind at night
At, at, at night

Day and night
Oh, day and night
Oh, day and night
Oh, day and night
Oh, day and night
Oh, day and night

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Coldplay's song "Day โ€˜nโ€™ Nite" by Kid Cudi dive into themes of loneliness, inner turmoil, and the struggle for mental peace. The singer describes a constant battle within their mind, tossing and turning day and night, seeking peace but never quite attaining it. The repetition of "day and night" emphasizes the continuous nature of this struggle, hinting at a cycle that seems unbreakable. The mention of a "silly game we play" suggests a sense of futility or hopelessness in trying to find what they need.


The mention of "madness the magnet keeps attracting me" alludes to the singer feeling drawn to chaos or negative thoughts, despite their attempts to resist. This internal conflict is further highlighted by the line "I try to run, but see, I'm not that fast," suggesting a sense of being unable to escape from their own thoughts and emotions. The feeling of always finishing last despite thinking they are first adds to the sense of defeat and frustration in the singer's words.


The portrayal of the "lonely stoner" who finds solace in freeing his mind at night sheds light on the singer's coping mechanism for dealing with their isolation and struggles. The imagery of the "silent sleeper" who harbors deep pain and unrequited feelings adds a layer of melancholy to the narrative. The singer's yearning for connection and understanding, as well as their emotional turmoil pouring out of them, adds depth to the portrayal of their internal struggles.


Overall, the lyrics of "Day โ€˜nโ€™ Nite" paint a poignant picture of a lonely individual grappling with inner demons and seeking solace in the solitude of night. The repeated refrain of "day and night" underscores the cyclical nature of their struggles and the enduring quest for mental peace and emotional release. The song captures the universal experience of feeling alone and misunderstood, while also hinting at the resilience and introspection that can come from facing one's inner turmoil head-on.


Line by Line Meaning

Day and night
Constantly, without rest or reprieve


I toss and turn, I keep stressing my mind, mind
I am restless, consumed by anxious thoughts


I look for peace, but see, I don't attain
I seek tranquility, but it eludes me


What I need for keeps, this silly game we play, play
The essential things I desire are just part of a frivolous game


Now look at this
Observing the situation at hand


Madness the magnet keeps attracting me, me
I am drawn to chaos, unable to resist


I try to run, but see, I'm not that fast
Attempting to escape, but unable to do so quickly


I think I'm first but surely finish last, last, last
Believing I am ahead, only to end up behind in the end


'Cause day and night
Because the cycle of time never stops


The lonely stoner seems to free his mind at night
In solitude, the solitary individual finds mental release during the darkness


He's all alone through the day and night
Isolated both during daylight and nighttime


The lonely loner seems to free his mind at night, at, at, at night
The solitary figure finds solace in the quiet of the night


Hold the phone
Pause for a moment and contemplate


The lonely stoner, Mr. Solo Dolo
The isolated individual, completely alone


He's on the move, can't seem to shake the shade
Constantly in motion, unable to escape darkness


Within his dreams he sees the life he's made, made
His dreams reflect the reality he has created


The pain is deep
Emotional suffering runs profoundly


A silent sleeper, you won't hear a peep
Inwardly troubled, exhibiting no outward signs


The girl he wants don't seem to want him too
Desiring someone who does not reciprocate


Seems the feelings that she had are through, through, through
Her affection has come to an end


And I've got some issues no one else can see
Battling personal problems invisible to others


All these emotions pouring out of me
A flood of feelings overwhelming and intense


He's all alone, some things will never change
Perpetually solitary, certain aspects will remain constant


And I've got some issues no one else can see
Struggling with inner turmoil hidden from view


Oh, day and night
Expressing the endurance of time through darkness and light




Lyrics ยฉ Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Oladipo Omishore, Scott Mescudi

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@erithecure2123

Day and night
I toss and turn, I keep stressing my mind, mind
I look for peace, but see, I don't attain
What I need for keeps, this silly game we play, play
Now look at this
Madness the magnet keeps attracting me, me
I try to run, but see, I'm not that fast
I think I'm first but surely finish last, last, last
'Cause day and night
The lonely stoner seems to free his mind at night
He's all alone through the day and night
The lonely loner seems to free his mind at night, at, at, at night
Hold the phone
The lonely stoner, Mr. Solo Dolo
He's on the move, can't seem to shake the shade
Within his dreams he sees the life he's made, made
The pain is deep
A silent sleeper, you won't hear a peep
The girl he wants don't seem to want him too
Seems the feelings that she had are through, through, through
'Cause day and night
The lonely stoner seems to free his mind at night
He's all alone through the day and night
The lonely loner seems to free his mind at night, at, at, at night
Day and night
The lonely stoner seems to free his mind at night
He's all alone, some things will never change
The lonely loner seems to free his mind at night, at, at, at night
And I've got some issues no one else can see
All these emotions pouring out of me
I got some issues no one else can see
All these emotions pouring (pouring out of me)
Day and night
The lonely stoner seems to free his mind at night
He's all alone through the day and night
The lonely loner seems to free his mind at night, at, at, at night
Oh, day and night
The lonely stoner seems to free his mind at night
He's all alone, some things will never change
The lonely loner seems to free his mind at night
At, at, at night
Day and night
Oh, day and night
Oh, day and night
Oh, day and night
Oh, day and night
Oh, day and night



All comments from YouTube:

@Kboss00

This is such a dreamy cover. With a Coldplay twist it makes it all just so much better.

@ulikemyskillz13

Real recognizes real. I love coldplay and Cudi is my fav artist so this is something else.

@ellarose4714

This has brought me to tears, and it's on repeat... thank you, Coldplay. What an incredibly beautiful cover.

@mohammedyousri7642

How come this is not popular?

@luisbernal9589

Right?

@GamerToday

Because its mental and full of tons of tunning ๐Ÿ˜‚๐Ÿ˜‚๐Ÿ˜‚๐Ÿ˜‚ its a sloppy mix and weird asf.

Plus a white band shouldnt cover a black artist without proper transfer or recognition. Its offensive or strange. In this case just very strange and a sloppy asf mix.

Its brutal the amount of tunning is horrible. It doesnt even make sense why anyone would listen to this crap

@fatalerror3267

Cause itโ€™s a bad ๐Ÿ˜…

@johnmoss4955

Cold play is crazy good they remix music that fit the times at times

@steffimago5524

Love the piano sound

@tcfan008

Adding soundtrack to my life is craaaazzzy

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