Lights
Cut Copy Lyrics


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This is why we won't delay for your birthday
Secrets that we held that day will be kept straight
All your friends have gone away, so let's celebrate
You're holding hope open for the one making you wait

Tell me what you hoped to say on your birthday
Secrets that we held that day will be kept straight
Everyone will be dismayed if your promise breaks
But you'll be back again to say who you want next

Lights and music are on my mind
Be my baby one more time

Lights and music are on my mind
Be my baby one more time

Fading with the color you see in my face
Cold and crystal you can't hide as your tears race
I'll be waiting by in time, put your dreams away
You're holding hope open for the one making you wait

Lights and music are on my mind
Be my baby one more time





Lights and music are on my mind
Be my baby one more time

Overall Meaning

Cut Copy's "Lights & Music" expresses the desire for a second chance in a relationship. The song begins with a sense of urgency in the lyrics, "This is why we won't delay for your birthday." The phrase implies that the window of opportunity to fix their relationship is closing, and the singer does not want to waste time. They need to express themselves before it's too late. The next line "Secrets that we held that day will be kept straight" suggests that there were some hidden feelings or situations that were not shared fully. However, it is time to come clean and be honest with each other.


The chorus is repeated throughout the song, and the lyrics "Lights and music are on my mind, Be my baby one more time" highlights the desire for a second chance in the relationship. The singer recalls the happy times and wants to experience them again. The music and lights represent the fun they had together in the past. The repetition of the chorus also emphasizes the importance of the relationship to the singer.


The bridge of the song is a bit cryptic. The phrase, "Fading with the color you see in my face, Cold and crystal you can't hide as your tears race" is not linear. It can be interpreted as the singer struggling to keep their emotions in check while facing a new reality. They acknowledge that their partner's actions have hurt them, but they are still willing to give the relationship another chance.


Overall, "Lights & Music" is a song about reconciling with a loved one. The music videos for "Lights & Music" feature a colourful dance party, with hints of futuristic imagery. The upbeat electro-pop sound of "Lights & Music" has earned Cut Copy a continuous following of synth-pop fans.


Line by Line Meaning

This is why we won't delay for your birthday
We won't postpone our celebration of your birthday


Secrets that we held that day will be kept straight
Whatever happened on your birthday will be kept confidential


All your friends have gone away, so let's celebrate
Since all your friends are gone, let's party and have fun today


You're holding hope open for the one making you wait
You're waiting for someone to come and fulfill your hopes and expectations


Tell me what you hoped to say on your birthday
Share your thoughts about what you wanted to express on your special day


Everyone will be dismayed if your promise breaks
If you fail to keep your promise, everyone will be disappointed


But you'll be back again to say who you want next
You'll return to express your desire for someone else


Lights and music are on my mind
The thought of partying and celebrating is on my mind


Be my baby one more time
Spend time with me as you did in the past


Fading with the color you see in my face
Slowly losing my composure as my emotions are reflected on my face


Cold and crystal you can't hide as your tears race
Despite trying to hide your feelings, your tears reveal your true emotions


I'll be waiting by in time, put your dreams away
I'll be waiting to support you and help you forget your worries


You're holding hope open for the one making you wait
You're still hoping for someone to arrive and fulfill your desires




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Dan Whitford

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This is why we won’t delay for your birthday
The secrets that we held that day will be kept straight
All your friends have gone away, so let's celebrate
You're holding hope open for the one making you wait

Lights and Music
Are on my mind
Be my baby
One more time

Lights and Music
Are on my mind
Be my baby
One more time

Fading with the color you see in my face
Cold and crystal you can't hide as your tears race
I'll be waiting by in time; put your dreams away
You're holding hope open for the one making you wait

Lights and Music
Are on my mind
Be my baby
One more time

Lights and Music
Are on my mind
Be my baby
One more time



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FIFA 09 memories... man, what a good time it was

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@thatkidfrankie4384

Dope!

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