Delphic released their first single This Momentary in 2009 on the french record label Kitsuné. The last few months of 2009 were good months for Delphic they had their first TV appearance on "Later... with Jools Holland", the video to "This Momentary" was nominated for 3 UK Music Video Awards and they were also nominated for the "BBC's Sound of 2010 list" in which they came third.
The Start of 2010 brought a sell out UK tour and it saw the release of their debut album Acolyte which was released in the UK on 11th January, and entered the UK album charts at #8. In March Delphic released their fourth single Halcyon on Polydor records.
On June 29th, 2010 Delphic released Acolyte in North America on Los Angeles-based label Dangerbird Records.
Of the Young
Delphic Lyrics
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And I know I'm in your game
I'm in your game
I only wanna hang around here
In your game
I only wanna hang around here
Scratching at the skin
And we can't choose resistance
The night is always of the young
Of the young, of the young
Of the young, of the young
Of the young, of the young
Shout to me from angel's game
And you know but you know we can’t escape
And it's getting late
I only wanna hang around here
In your game
I only wanna hang around here
Cause it's a new religion
Scratching at the skin
And we can't choose resistance
The night is always of the young
Of the young, of the young
Of the young, of the young
Of the young, of the young
The opening lines of Delphic's "Of the Young" suggest the idea of being alone with someone who is playing a game; perhaps a love game. It highlights the singer's awareness of being in the other person's game, but still, they want to be there, hang around and play. The repeated mention of being in someone's game creates a sense of entrapment or control, which sets the tone for the rest of the song.
The chorus of the song suggests that being trapped in someone's game is like a new religion. The idea of a new religion could be referring to the way this relationship becomes their main focus and takes over their lives. The line "Scratching at the skin" suggests the pain and trouble that come with being in such a relationship. But they can't choose to resist, and it seems to them that the night is only for the young, implying that they feel as though they are unable to escape the experience of playing games in relationships.
In the second verse, the singer describes how they are being shouted to, perhaps from someone who is already engaged in the "angel's game." They acknowledge that they can't escape this situation, and it's getting late, perhaps referring to the way that time is running out for them to find a way out of the relationship. The desire to hang around and be with someone is so strong that they are willing to endure the pain and trouble.
Overall, the song seems to be about the power dynamics in a relationship, specifically the idea of being trapped in someone's game. It reinforces the idea that playing games in relationships ends up being ultimately destructive and leads to pain and suffering but yet people are unable to resist.
Line by Line Meaning
We could be alone right now
It is possible for us to be alone together at this moment
And I know I'm in your game
I understand that I am a part of your plan or strategy
I'm in your game
I am participating in whatever scheme or plot you have
I only wanna hang around here
I desire to remain in this place or situation
Cause it's a new religion
This experience or lifestyle is like a fresh or innovative belief system
Scratching at the skin
It is causing an intense or uncomfortable sensation, like an itch under the skin
And we can't choose resistance
We do not have the ability or desire to resist this feeling or temptation
The night is always of the young
The nighttime is a time for youthful behavior and indulgence
Of the young, of the young
This lifestyle or experience belongs to the young
Of the young, of the young
This lifestyle or experience belongs to the young
Of the young, of the young
This lifestyle or experience belongs to the young
Shout to me from angel's game
Communicate with me from a heavenly or divine perspective or situation
And you know but you know we can’t escape
You are aware that we are unable to avoid or evade this situation or experience
And it's getting late
We are running out of time or opportunity for this experience or situation
I only wanna hang around here
I desire to remain in this place or situation
In your game
As a participant in your scheme or plan
Cause it's a new religion
This experience or lifestyle is like a fresh or innovative belief system
Scratching at the skin
It is causing an intense or uncomfortable sensation, like an itch under the skin
And we can't choose resistance
We do not have the ability or desire to resist this feeling or temptation
The night is always of the young
The nighttime is a time for youthful behavior and indulgence
Of the young, of the young
This lifestyle or experience belongs to the young
Of the young, of the young
This lifestyle or experience belongs to the young
Of the young, of the young
This lifestyle or experience belongs to the young
Contributed by Violet N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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The night was always of de Jong!