Long Night
Gavin Lyrics


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Can't defend your code, nothing lasts forever
Sneaky undertones give way to adventure
Don't tell me what to believe
No, don't tell me when to be free

Hatch another tale for you to sell
Story's getting stale, we know the smell
You like 'em in submission
But all you give is ammunition
You underrate their intuition
They won't ask for your permission

Dinner jacket, how's the rabbit taste on your tongue?
Finer palate, how's your dad's estate?
Are you looking for love?
Copacetic, manifest and get the deal done
Fight the, fight the, fight the, fight the revolution

Long nights in jail
I think I met the one, he posted my bail
Took me to Heaven when we manned up and scaled
Eleven stories making plans
To fight the, to fight the revolution

Get up out my house, I know you're both lying
You look older than your age, and yeah, I think you're dying
I'll shoot you in my yard, I love to hear crying
Get up out my house bitch, I ain't Bryan

Don't tell me what to believe
No, don't tell me when to be free
Save it for the sheep already tamed
I answer to me, unashamed

You like 'em in submission
But all you give is ammunition
You underrate their intuition
They won't ask for your permission

Dinner jacket, how's the rabbit taste on your tongue?
Finer palate, how's your dad's estate?
Are you looking for love?
Copacetic, manifest and get the deal done
Fight the, fight the, fight the, fight the revolution

Long nights in jail
I think I met the one, he posted my bail
Took me to Heaven when we manned up and scaled
Eleven stories making plans
To fight the, to fight the revolution

Get up out my house, I know you're both lying
You look older than your age, and yeah, I think you're dying




I'll shoot you in my yard, I love to hear crying
Get up out my house bitch, I ain't Bryan

Overall Meaning

In "Long Night" by Gavin, the lyrics delve into themes of rebellion, independence, and the rejection of societal norms and expectations. The song takes a critical stance toward those who try to control or manipulate others, urging listeners to resist such influence and embrace their own freedom. The opening lines, "Can't defend your code, nothing lasts forever, Sneaky undertones give way to adventure," suggest that the singer is challenging someone's beliefs or rules, implying that they are superficial and transient. They refuse to be dictated to or told what to believe or when to be free.


The lyrics also address the notion of storytelling and manipulation. Lines such as "Hatch another tale for you to sell, Story's getting stale, we know the smell" imply that the person being challenged often resorts to creating false narratives or twisting the truth to maintain control. The singer criticizes their attempts to subjugate others, pointing out that they only provide ammunition, not fulfillment or true understanding. The lyrics suggest that those in power underestimate the intuition and strength of the people they try to control, asserting that they won't ask for permission.


The chorus references a dinner jacket and asks about the taste of rabbit, alluding to a luxurious and indulgent lifestyle. It questions the person's motives, whether they are truly seeking love or simply seeking material gain. The line "Fight the, fight the, fight the, fight the revolution" is a call to action, urging listeners to resist oppression and fight for change.


In the second verse, the lyrics become more confrontational. The singer asserts their authority and demands that deceitful individuals leave their house. The harsh language and violent imagery convey a sense of frustration and anger towards those who try to manipulate or deceive them. The lyrics reiterate the singer's determination to be free and not conform to societal expectations.


Overall, "Long Night" is a song that encourages rebellion, self-determination, and independence. It criticizes those who seek to control or manipulate others and urges listeners to fight for their freedom, their beliefs, and their own personal revolutions.


Line by Line Meaning

Can't defend your code, nothing lasts forever
Your actions and choices are flawed and won't stand the test of time


Sneaky undertones give way to adventure
Hidden motives lead to exciting new experiences


Don't tell me what to believe
I won't let others dictate my beliefs


No, don't tell me when to be free
I won't allow anyone to control my freedom


Hatch another tale for you to sell
Create another story to deceive and manipulate others


Story's getting stale, we know the smell
Your lies are becoming obvious and unoriginal


You like 'em in submission
You prefer to have people under your control


But all you give is ammunition
Yet all you provide are reasons to defy you


You underrate their intuition
You underestimate their instincts and insight


They won't ask for your permission
They won't seek your approval or consent


Dinner jacket, how's the rabbit taste on your tongue?
How does it feel to indulge in privilege and wealth?


Finer palate, how's your dad's estate?
How does it feel to have inherited riches and refined taste?


Are you looking for love?
Do you genuinely seek affection and connection?


Copacetic, manifest and get the deal done
Stay calm, visualize success, and accomplish your objectives


Fight the, fight the, fight the, fight the revolution
Stand up and resist the oppressive system that controls us


Long nights in jail
Enduring hardships and confinement for standing up for my beliefs


I think I met the one, he posted my bail
I believe I found a person who supports and believes in me, helping me regain freedom


Took me to Heaven when we manned up and scaled
Together, we reached great heights and experienced euphoria


Eleven stories making plans
We are envisioning strategies and goals in a tall building


Get up out my house, I know you're both lying
Leave my premises, I'm aware of your deceitfulness


You look older than your age, and yeah, I think you're dying
You appear worn-out and aged, suggesting imminent demise


I'll shoot you in my yard, I love to hear crying
I'm willing to harm you in my own territory, deriving satisfaction from your suffering


Get up out my house bitch, I ain't Bryan
Leave my home, I am not the person you expect or assume me to be


Save it for the sheep already tamed
Keep your attempts at control for those who are already submissive


I answer to me, unashamed
I am accountable only to myself, without feeling any shame




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Jonathan Mess, Matthew Mingus, Nicholas Brian Marsh, Tilian, Timothy Feerick, Will Swan

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[Verse 1: Tilian]
Can't defend your code, nothing lasts forever
Sneaky undertones give way to adventure
Don't tell me what to believe
No, don't tell me when to be free
Hatch another tale for you to sell
Story's getting stale, we know the smell

[Refrain: Tilian]
You like 'em in submission
But all you give is ammunition
You underrate their intuition
They won't ask for your permission

[Pre-Chorus: Tilian]
Dinner jacket, how's the rabbit taste on your tongue?
Finer palate, how's your dad's estate? Are you looking for love?
Copacetic, manifest and get the deal done
Fight the, fight the
Fight the, fight the revolution

[Chorus: Tilian]
Long nights in jail
I think I met the one, he posted my bail
Took me to Heaven when we manned up and scaled
Eleven stories making plans
To fight the, to fight the revolution

[Post-Chorus: Jon Mess]
Get up out my house, I know you're both lying
You look older than your age, and yeah, I think you're dying
I'll shoot you in my yard, I love to hear crying
Get up out my house, bitch, I ain't Bryan

[Verse 2: Tilian]
Don't tell me what to believe
No, don't tell me when to be free
Save it for the sheep, already tamed
I answer to me, unashamed

[Refrain: Tilian]
You like 'em in submission
But all you give is ammunition
You underrate their intuition
They won't ask for your permission

[Pre-Chorus: Tilian]
Dinner jacket, how's the rabbit taste on your tongue?
Finer palate, how's your dad's estate? Are you looking for love?
Copacetic, manifest and get the deal done
Fight the, fight the
Fight the, fight the revolution

[Chorus: Tilian]
Long nights in jail
I think I met the one, he posted my bail
Took me to Heaven when we manned up and scaled
Eleven stories making plans
To fight the, to fight the revolution

[Post-Chorus: Jon Mess]
Get up out my house, I know you're both lying
You look older than your age, and yeah, I think you're dying
I'll shoot you in my yard, I love to hear crying
Get up out my house, bitch, I ain't Bryan



All comments from YouTube:

Unknown

Tilians range really shines here. One of my all time favorite choruses by DGD.

Billy Mays

agreed. Fight the fight tho

chepeman22810

Personally this ones the best one in the album, i can hear the whole universe inside of it

Elizabeth Pottinger

This is a beautiful way of putting it <3

safwan eshamasul

Love the dreamy mothership vibes and that super fun and groovy guitars during the chorus which reminds me of Hair song!

Billy Mays

agree. I think dreamy is the best way to say it.

liam buchan

fight the, fight the, fight the revolution, one of the catchiest parts of the album <3

Billy Mays

love you

Mmmjakis

The chorus just gives me feel good vibes

Cade Quillion

It makes me want to dance. It’s so groovy.

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