Party People
Glow Lyrics


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Party people in Wien, where have they been
Party people in Wien, what have they seen
Party people on a walk, what do they talk
Party people on stage, they'll always show the rage

If there is nothing, they are sleeping deep and sound
If there is something, they are moving 'round and 'round
Give me one heart, that cannot be controlled
With bad education 'n sick society, let nobody take your soul

Party people in Wien they're looking for the party queen
Party people in Wien, first Bermuda, then unseen
Party people always think, what the next moment can bring
Party people are alive, they always will survive

If there is nothing, they are sleeping deep and sound
If there is something, they are moving 'round and 'round
Give me one heart, that cannot be controlled
With bad education 'n sick society, let nobody take your soul

If there is nothing, they are sleeping deep and sound
If there is something, they are moving 'round and 'round




Give me one heart, that cannot be controlled
With bad education 'n sick society, let nobody take your soul

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Glow's song "Party People" convey a message of resilience and individuality among the party-goers in Wien (Vienna). The lyrics describe the different aspects of partying, from the people themselves to what they discuss and even their search for the perfect party queen. However, even amongst the revelry, there is a plea for self-awareness and confidence in the face of a society that might try to control or suppress individuality.


The repeated refrain of "If there is nothing, they are sleeping deep and sound; If there is something, they are moving 'round and 'round; Give me one heart, that cannot be controlled" suggests that the party-goers are seeking some kind of stimulation or experience that is a counterbalance to their everyday lives. They are open to what the next moment can bring, and they are not content to just sleep and let life pass them by. The plea for a heart that cannot be controlled is a call for individuality and a rejection of societal pressures to conform or fall in line.


At its core, "Party People" is a celebration of life, even if that life is sometimes punctuated by hangovers and unfulfilled desires. The party-goers will always survive, because they are resilient and open to the next adventure. The song suggests that there is a kind of vitality and energy that can be found in partying, and in that way, it is also a kind of manifesto for living life to the fullest.


Line by Line Meaning

Party people in Wien, where have they been
The singer is questioning the whereabouts of the party-goers in Vienna


Party people in Wien, what have they seen
The singer is curious about the experiences the party-goers in Vienna have had


Party people on a walk, what do they talk
The singer is wondering about the conversations held by party-goers while out for a stroll


Party people on stage, they'll always show the rage
The artist is saying that performers at parties often display intense passion or anger


If there is nothing, they are sleeping deep and sound
The artist is suggesting that when there is no excitement or activity, party-goers will be sound asleep


If there is something, they are moving 'round and 'round
The singer is implying that when there is something to do or experience, party-goers will be lively and active


Give me one heart, that cannot be controlled
The singer desires to possess a free spirit that cannot be easily manipulated or influenced


With bad education 'n sick society, let nobody take your soul
The artist warns against allowing a poor education or negative societal influences from taking away one's personal integrity and essence


Party people in Wien they're looking for the party queen
The artist suggests that party-goers in Vienna are searching for the ultimate party figurehead


Party people in Wien, first Bermuda, then unseen
The artist highlights the unpredictability of party-goers' movements, first attending an event in Bermuda then disappearing to another location


Party people always think, what the next moment can bring
The singer points out the forward-looking nature of party-goers, constantly anticipating what the future holds


Party people are alive, they always will survive
The artist emphasizes the vitality of party-goers, asserting that they will continue to thrive




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DANNY LESLIE HUMPHREYS

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