We Are Young
Fun./Jannel Monбe Lyrics
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I need to get my story straight
My friends are in the bathroom getting higher than the Empire State
My lover she's waiting for me just across the bar
My seat's been taken by some sunglasses asking about a scar, and
I know I gave it to you months ago
I know you're trying to forget
But between the drinks and subtle things
I'm trying hard to take it back
So if by the time the bar closes
And you feel like falling down, I'll carry you home
Tonight, we are young
So let's set the world on fire
We can burn brighter than the sun
Tonight, we are young
So let's set the world on fire
We can burn brighter than the sun
Now I know that I'm not
All that you got, I guess that I, I just thought
Maybe we could find new ways to fall apart
But our friends are back
So let's raise a tab
'Cause I found someone to carry me home
Tonight, we are young
So let's set the world on fire
We can burn brighter than the sun
Tonight, we are young
So let's set the world on fire
We can burn brighter than the sun
Carry me home tonight (Na na na na na na)
Just carry me home tonight (Na na na na na na)
Carry me home tonight (Na na na na na na)
Just carry me home tonight (Na na na na na na)
The world is on my side
I have no reason to run
So will someone come and carry me home tonight
The angels never arrived
But I can hear the choir
So will someone come and carry me home
Tonight, we are young
So let's set the world on fire
We can burn brighter than the sun
Tonight, we are young
So let's set the world on fire
We can burn brighter than the sun
So if by the time the bar closes
And you feel like falling down
I'll carry you home tonight
"We Are Young" is a song by American band Fun featuring Janelle Monáe, released in 2011. The song's lyrics capture the desperation of a man trying to win back the heart of his ex-girlfriend. The narrative arc of the song is laid out in the opening verse where the singer apologizes for something he did to her before. However, the woman still seemed to be holding a grudge, just as the singer focuses his attention on the possibility of reuniting with his friend rather than reconciling with his ex. Later in the song, the chorus presents an optimistic note, calling for unity among the youth and a sense of liberation. The fact that the world is entirely on their side invokes a sense of power that's worth exploring.
One way of interpreting the lyrics could be that the singer is trying to come to terms with the breakup of his relationship. However, he is still hesitant to move on, and instead, he wants to try and fix the situation. He acknowledges that he did something wrong, but the apologies fall flat, and he's left with a sense of desperation. He tells his ex-girlfriend that she's the love of his life, but he's still young and scared, asking her to have patience with him.
Despite the sadness in the song's opening verses, the title of the song and the chorus bring a sense of hope and optimism. 'We Are Young' is a rallying cry to the youth to come together, embrace their power and strength and to set the world on fire. The freedom that comes with youth is a source of power that can lead to transformative change.
Line by Line Meaning
Give me a second I,
I need to get my story straight
I need a moment to compose myself and figure out what to say.
My friends are in the bathroom getting higher than the Empire State
My friends are doing drugs in the bathroom and are very intoxicated.
My lover she's waiting for me just across the bar
My partner is waiting for me nearby at the bar.
My seat's been taken by some sunglasses asking about a scar, and
Someone I don't know is sitting in my seat and asking me about a scar I have.
I know I gave it to you months ago
I know you're trying to forget
But between the drinks and subtle things
The holes in my apologies, you know
I'm trying hard to take it back
I know I hurt you in the past and you're trying to move on, but I'm still trying to make it right despite my flawed apologies.
So if by the time the bar closes
And you feel like falling down, I'll carry you home
If you are feeling overwhelmed later tonight and need help, I will be there to support you.
Tonight, we are young
So let's set the world on fire
We can burn brighter than the sun
We are young and full of life, so let's live in the moment and make a big impact on the world.
Now I know that I'm not
All that you got, I guess that I, I just thought
Maybe we could find new ways to fall apart
I understand that I am not everything to you, but I hoped we could work through our problems and make our relationship stronger.
But our friends are back
So let's raise a tab
'Cause I found someone to carry me home
Our friends have returned and we can party more, and I have found someone to take me home tonight.
Carry me home tonight (Na na na na na na)
Just carry me home tonight (Na na na na na na)
Carry me home tonight (Na na na na na na)
Just carry me home tonight (Na na na na na na)
I want someone to take me home tonight and keep me safe.
The world is on my side
I have no reason to run
So will someone come and carry me home tonight
I am feeling positive about the world and don't want to leave, but I still need someone to take me home later.
The angels never arrived
But I can hear the choir
So will someone come and carry me home
I am still waiting for someone to take me home, even though everything around me seems choir and peaceful.
Tonight, we are young
So let's set the world on fire
We can burn brighter than the sun
We are still young and excited to make a difference tonight.
So if by the time the bar closes
And you feel like falling down
I'll carry you home tonight
I am still here for you, even if you need me to help you get home later tonight.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JEFF BHASKER, ANDREW DOST, JACK ANTONOFF, NATE RUESS
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@vincenzoborsellino4683
Give me a second I
I need to get my story straight
My friends are in the bathroom getting higher than the Empire State
My lover she's waiting for me just across the bar
My seat's been taken by some sunglasses asking 'bout a scar, and
I know I gave it to you months ago
I know you're trying to forget
But between the drinks and subtle things
The holes in my apologies, you know
I'm trying hard to take it back
So if by the time the bar closes
And you feel like falling down
I'll carry you home
Tonight
We are young
So let's set the world on fire
We can burn brighter than the sun
Tonight
We are young
So let's set the world on fire
We can burn brighter than the sun
Now I know that I'm not
All that you got
I guess that I, I just thought
Maybe we could find new ways to fall apart
But our friends are back
So let's raise a cup
'Cause I found someone to carry me home
Tonight
We are young
So let's set the world on fire
We can burn brighter than the sun
Tonight
We are young
So let's set the world on fire
We can burn brighter than the sun
Carry me home tonight (na na na na na na)
Just carry me home tonight (na na na na na na)
Carry me home tonight (na na na na na na)
Just carry me home tonight (na na na na na na)
The moon is on my side (na na na na na na)
I have no reason to run (na na na na na na)
So will someone come and carry me home tonight (na na na na na na)
The angels never arrived (na na na na na na)
But I can hear the choir (na na na na na na)
So will someone come and carry me home (na na na na na na)
Tonight
We are young
So let's set the world on fire
We can burn brighter than the sun
Tonight
We are young
So let's set the world on fire
We can burn brighter than the sun
So if by the time the bar closes
And you feel like falling down
I'll carry you home tonight
@user-cn8go7ky2r
@Jorge Rivas i can relate...
in the beginning of the year, i was getting bullied by these girls who i thought were my friends which they always claimed to be..
but they'd constantly hurt me leave me out of things and constantly make me cry..
i was too scared to make new friends so i didnt..
im still with that toxic friend group, and even though they claim to be my friend, and claim to care about me, they never said sorry..
to make things worse, i'd cry every night just wishing to be in my old town again, when i felt like people cared about me and loved me..
all those good friends from my old town are gone now, and worse thing was is that i never got to say bye..
they're a bit better now but like i said they havent told me they're sorry yet..
you never realize how good you have it until it's gone..
@thanos6818
You spend your childhood wanting to grow up, and you spend your adulthood wishing you were a child again
@tui7980
‘Reality is often disappointing’, huh?
@kristianafaga2149
Thanos is changed LOL
@emiyakiritsugu6043
sad but true, i miss my child day
@kiank3919
Just like MJ
@hopoffmydick9574
Thanos thank you Thanos
@luisangel5056
Nostalgia is the worst and the best feeling ever
@julialyons6447
No cap
@fawncel
its so strong for me it literally hurts
@caza88ification
Fun fact.....Nostalgia was illeagal in the USA. It was declared a fatal disease that would kill you.