Hotel
Golden Years Lyrics

The lyrics of the song "Hotel" by Golden Years depict a longing for home and a desire to escape from the fast-paced nature of summer. The opening lines, "Quanto ti manca l'aria di casa, Quando l'estate va veloce" (How much you miss the air of home, When summer goes fast), convey a sense of nostalgia and yearning for familiar surroundings. The reference to "Storie a distanza essiccate al sole, Tra due milioni di persone" (Distance stories dried up in the sun, Among two million people) suggests that amidst a crowded and bustling world, personal connections can sometimes feel dried out or lost.

The subsequent lyrics express a lack of excuses and a hope for understanding in uncertain situations: "E non abbiamo più nessuna scusa, Se non sei sicura, spero capirai" (And we have no more excuses, If you're unsure, I hope you'll understand). This may indicate a plea for acceptance and patience in a relationship or a desire to find common ground.

The chorus, "Prendiamoci un hotel, restiamo io e te, Scappiamo via da questo mondo, mondo, Io te l'ho detto cosa mi aspetto, Sento le voci, spengo le luci, in bilico" (Let's take a hotel, just you and me, Let's escape from this world, world, I told you what I expect, I hear voices, turn off the lights, on the edge), suggests a longing for intimacy and privacy away from the distractions and pressures of the outside world. The idea of taking a hotel symbolizes creating a temporary sanctuary where they can focus on each other.

The following verses touch on the need for comfort and relaxation: "Quanto ti manca per atterrare? Sarò quella con i fiori e il cane, Ci serve un bagno caldo con le candele, Un incenso e qualcosa da bere" (How much do you miss to land? I'll be the one with flowers and the dog, We need a warm bath with candles, Incense and something to drink). These lines convey a desire for a soothing and peaceful environment, emphasizing the importance of sensory experiences in creating a sense of relaxation and escape.

The lyrics then express that existence is defined by missing someone, and there is a sense of confusion: "Esisti solo se mi manchi, E scusa se sembro confusa, spero capirai" (You only exist if I miss you, And sorry if I seem confused, I hope you'll understand). This suggests that longing for someone can both define and confuse one's sense of self and purpose.

In the final repetition of the chorus, the focus remains on the desire to retreat and create a space for love and connection: "Prendiamoci un hotel, restiamo io e te, Scappiamo via da questo mondo, mondo, Io te l'ho detto cosa mi aspetto, Sento le voci, spengo le luci, in bilico" (Let's take a hotel, just you and me, Let's escape from this world, world, I told you what I expect, I hear voices, turn off the lights, on the edge). The repeated mention of turning off the lights and being on the edge suggests a willingness to give in to vulnerability and be fully present within their own private universe.