We Are The People
Empire of the Sun Lyrics


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We can remember swimming in December
Heading for the city lights in 1975
We share in each other
Nearer than father
The scent of a lemon drips from your eyes

We are the people that rule the world
A force running in every boy and girl
All rejoicing in the world
Take me now, we can try

We lived an adventure
Love in the Summer
I followed the sun 'til night
Reminiscing other times of life
For each every other
The feeling was stronger
The shock hit eleven
I got lost in your eyes

I can't do well when I think you're gonna leave me
But I know I try
Are you gonna leave me now?
Can't you be believing now?

I can't do well when I think you're gonna leave me
But I know I try
Are you gonna leave me now?
Can't you be believing now?

Can you remember and humanize?
It was still where we'd energized
Lie in the sand and visualize
Like it's '75 again

We are the people that rule the world
A force running in every boy and girl
All rejoicing in the world
Take me now, we can try

I can't do well when I think you're gonna leave me
But I know I try
Are you gonna leave me now?
Can't you be believing now?

I can't do well when I think you're gonna leave me
But I know I try
Are you gonna leave me now?
Can't you be believing now?

I know everything about you
know everything about me
Know everything about us

I know everything about you
know everything about me
Know everything about us

I can't do well when I think you're gonna leave me
But I know I try
Are you gonna leave me now?
Can't you be believing now?

I can't do well when I think you're gonna leave me
But I know I try
Are you gonna leave me now?
Can't you be believing now?

I can't do well when I think you're gonna leave me
But I know I try
Are you gonna leave me now?
Can't you be believing now?





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Overall Meaning

"We Are the People" by Empire of the Sun is an upbeat and nostalgic song filled with imagery and emotions of young love and freedom. The lyrics describe two people who shared a moment in time, reminiscing about their past experiences together. The opening line "We can remember, swimming in December" sets the tone for the rest of the song, as we are transposed back in time to a moment when life was simpler and carefree. The reference to "1975" adds to the feeling of nostalgia, as it was a time of great cultural significance.


The chorus of the song, "We are the people that rule the world," speaks to the power of youth and the potential for change that comes with it. This theme is reinforced with the line, "A force running in every boy and girl," suggesting that this power exists in everyone, and that it is up to us to embrace it. The repetition of "take me now, we can try" is a call to action, urging the listener to take charge and make a difference in the world.


The final verses explore the fear of losing the person you love, with lines like, "Can't do well, when I think you're gonna leave me, but I'm gonna try" and "Are you gonna leave me now? Can't you be believing now?" These lyrics speak to the universal fear of abandonment and the desire for security in love. The final lines of the song, "I know everything about you, you know everything about me, we know everything about us," is a poignant reminder of the power of human connection and the importance of cherishing those special moments in time.


Line by Line Meaning

We can remember, swimming in December Heading for the city lights, in 1975 We share in each other, nearer than farther The scent of a lemon drips from your eyes
We recall swimming in December while heading towards the city lights in the year 1975. We share an emotional bond that keeps us closer than distant. The aroma of a lemon reminds us of fond memories shared together.


We are the people that rule the world A force running in every boy and girl All rejoicing in the world, take me now, we can try We are the people that rule the world A force running in every boy and girl All rejoicing in the world, take me now, we can try
We, as humans, are powerful enough to rule the world. Every one of us has the strength and capability to make extraordinary changes. Let us celebrate the world together and work towards a better future. We are strong enough to achieve anything we desire.


We share in each other, the feeling was stronger The shock hit eleven, got lost in your eyes
We feel a stronger connection with each other as we experience a deep emotional shock. Our mutual feelings are vividly reflected in each other's eyes and make us feel lost in the moment.


Can't do well, when I think you're gonna leave me, but I'm gonna try Are you gonna leave me now? Can't you be believing now? Can't do well, when I think you're gonna leave me, but I'm gonna try Are you gonna leave me now? Can't you be believing now?
I fear I won't be able to do anything without you if you leave me. But, I'm willing to put in the effort to hold onto our relationship. Please don't leave me now. Can't you trust and believe in our bond?


Can you remember and humanize? It was still where we'd energized Lie in the sand and visualize, like it's '75 again We are the people that rule the world A force running in every boy and girl All rejoicing in the world, take me now, we can try
Can we relive the memories and remember our experiences like humans? Let's revisit the places where we were once happy and feel re-energized. Let's close our eyes and visualize like it's the year 1975. We are powerful humans, and we can make the world a better place if we work together.


I know everything about you You know everything about me We know everything about us I know everything about you You know everything about me We know everything about us
We know each other's deepest secrets and everything about our personalities. Our bond is so strong that we can anticipate each other's moves and thoughts without much explanation.


Can't do well, when I think you're gonna leave me, but I'm gonna try Are you gonna leave me now? Can't you be believing now? I can't do well, when I think you're gonna leave me, but I'm gonna try Are you gonna leave me now? Can't you be believing now?
I'm not sure I can thrive without you, but I'm willing to try my best to keep our relationship going. Please don't abandon me now. Can't you believe in and trust our bond?




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Jonathan Thomas Sloan, Nick Littlemore, Luke James Steele

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@lafleur6360

Ровно столько лет, как сейчас этой песне, я была со своим любимым 😢
(со школы были вместе, есть дочь, которой 6 лет)

Сейчас переломный момент в моей жизни. Год назад мы купили в ипотеку квартиру, вроде всё хорошо - наконец никакого съемного жилья, новый этап в нашем маленьком мирке... Но ровно с тех пор он стал уходить в запои... Алкоголизм - это ужасное зло! Ненавижу алкоголиков, хоть и могу сама иногда выпить и даже лишнего, но не в ущерб кому-то, если дочка например гостит у бабушки и дедушки и мы отмечаем какой-то праздник. Но я знаю слово "стоп", и не пойду на следующий день снова употреблять. А он не может остановиться😢.

Поэтому в данный момент я подаю на развод, ищу работу(т.к.раньше была зависима от него финансово) и моя жизнь должна резко поменяться...

Пробовала разное за этот год, обращались к наркологу, к психотеропевту(2 сеанса, и всё. сказал что это всё ерунда и не пойдёт больше 🤦‍♀️)
Клали в клинику лечиться, но оказалось что всё бесполезно 😢

Я люблю его, но больше люблю нашу дочь и недавно снова полюбила себя и решилась на развод....

Наткнулась на эту песню - и разрыдалась, ведь она была в самом начале наших отношений 😭😭😭 и какой печальный конец у этих отношений произошёл 😢
Пока алкоголик сам не захочет - невозможно его вылечить, к сожалению мне понадобился год, чтобы это понять... Если вы в такой же ситуации, то берите свою жизнь в свои руки, и бегите как можно дальше!
И у меня и у вас всё будет хорошо 🙏



@sanjudas1971

We can remember swimming in December
Heading for the city lights in 1975
We share in each other
Nearer than father
The scent of a lemon drips from your eyes
We are the people that rule the world
A force running in every boy and girl
All rejoicing in the world
Take me now, we can try
We lived an adventure
Love in the Summer
I followed the sun 'til night
Reminiscing other times of life
For each every other
The feeling was stronger
The shock hit eleven
I got lost in your eyes
I can't do well when I think you're gonna leave me
But I know I try
Are you gonna leave me now?
Can't you be believing now?
I can't do well when I think you're gonna leave me
But I know I try
Are you gonna leave me now?
Can't you be believing now?
Can you remember and humanize?
It was still where we'd energized
Lie in the sand and visualize
Like it's '75 again
We are the people that rule the world
A force running in every boy and girl
All rejoicing in the world
Take me now, we can try
I can't do well when I think you're gonna leave me
But I know I try
Are you gonna leave me now?
Can't you be believing now?
I can't do well when I think you're gonna leave me
But I know I try
Are you gonna leave me now?
Can't you be believing now?
I know everything about you
know everything about me
Know everything about us
I know everything about you
know everything about me
Know everything about us
I can't do well when I think you're gonna leave me
But I know I try
Are you gonna leave me now?
Can't you be believing now?
I can't do well when I think you're gonna leave me
But I know I try
Are you gonna leave me now?
Can't you be believing now?
I can't do well when I think you're gonna leave me
But I know I try
Are you gonna leave me now?
Can't you be believing now?



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@chicken

💜2024 And this gem continues to shine 💖💎🔥

@jiogiman2742

16 hours ago

@pocketscan

Yesss I love chicken

@andrewmurray6772

one of my go to songs mate :)

@lafleur6360

Ровно столько лет, как сейчас этой песне, я была со своим любимым 😢
(со школы были вместе, есть дочь, которой 6 лет)

Сейчас переломный момент в моей жизни. Год назад мы купили в ипотеку квартиру, вроде всё хорошо - наконец никакого съемного жилья, новый этап в нашем маленьком мирке... Но ровно с тех пор он стал уходить в запои... Алкоголизм - это ужасное зло! Ненавижу алкоголиков, хоть и могу сама иногда выпить и даже лишнего, но не в ущерб кому-то, если дочка например гостит у бабушки и дедушки и мы отмечаем какой-то праздник. Но я знаю слово "стоп", и не пойду на следующий день снова употреблять. А он не может остановиться😢.

Поэтому в данный момент я подаю на развод, ищу работу(т.к.раньше была зависима от него финансово) и моя жизнь должна резко поменяться...

Пробовала разное за этот год, обращались к наркологу, к психотеропевту(2 сеанса, и всё. сказал что это всё ерунда и не пойдёт больше 🤦‍♀️)
Клали в клинику лечиться, но оказалось что всё бесполезно 😢

Я люблю его, но больше люблю нашу дочь и недавно снова полюбила себя и решилась на развод....

Наткнулась на эту песню - и разрыдалась, ведь она была в самом начале наших отношений 😭😭😭 и какой печальный конец у этих отношений произошёл 😢
Пока алкоголик сам не захочет - невозможно его вылечить, к сожалению мне понадобился год, чтобы это понять... Если вы в такой же ситуации, то берите свою жизнь в свои руки, и бегите как можно дальше!
И у меня и у вас всё будет хорошо 🙏

@PatienceTawengwa

2024 & still loving this song. 😊

@Diana-vc4lt

Да-да!! 😊

@Homeboyvick

The chorus always gives me chills

@sarmedsaid497

Same 🥲

@dan2999

Meravigliosa

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