Never Go Back
Grace Potter The Nocturnals Lyrics
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But you won't find no better than this
And after all your searchin'
You come back to the place that you missed
But I'm closin' up for the season
I see you out there you're freezin'
But I'm never lettin' you back in again
Oh no, oh no
I'll never go back there no more
Oh no, oh no
I'll never go back there no more
Lookin' at my heart beat
Like I've never seen it before
Too alive to ever sleep
And this street is keeping me warm
I'm pushin' up on the ceiling
I'm beatin' back all my demons
And I'm never lettin' you back in again
Oh no, oh no
I'll never go back there no more
Oh no, oh no
I'll never go back there no more
I can't take it no more, this
Scratches on my soul
I can't, and I'll never let you near my heart again
Oh no, oh no
I'll never go back there no more
Oh no, oh no
I'll never go back there no more
Oh no, oh no
I'll never go back there no more
Oh no, oh no
I'll never go back, never never go back no more
The lyrics to Grace Potter & The Nocturnals' Never Go Back explore themes of moving on and leaving the past behind. The song begins with the singer observing someone who is searching for something better, but ultimately ends up back where they started. The singer, however, has closed the door and is not willing to let this person back in, even though they may be outside in the cold.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the singer's resolve to never return to the past. They repeat the phrase "I'll never go back there no more" multiple times, emphasizing the finality of their decision to move forward. In the second verse, the singer describes feeling more alive than ever and being able to push past their demons. They describe their heart beating like they have never seen it before, and the street keeping them warm.
The final verse features the singer expressing their frustration with someone who has caused "scratches on their soul." They emphasize that they will never let this person back into their heart again, and that they are done with the past for good.
Overall, the lyrics to Never Go Back are powerful and convey a sense of finality and determination. The song encourages listeners to leave the past behind and move on to better things.
Line by Line Meaning
You runnin' around in circles
You're going in circles, but not finding anything better.
But you won't find no better than this
You won't find anything better than what you left behind.
And after all your searchin'
Despite all your searching.
You come back to the place that you missed
You come back to the place that you missed and left behind.
But I'm closin' up for the season
I am closed for the season, figuratively or literally.
I see you out there you're freezin'
I can see you out there freezing.
But I'm never lettin' you back in again
I won't let you come back in again.
Oh no, oh no
An expression of concern or realization about what's going on.
I'll never go back there no more
I refuse to go back to that place again.
Lookin' at my heart beat
Examining my own emotions and feelings.
Like I've never seen it before
Seeing things in my own heart that I've never noticed before.
Too alive to ever sleep
Feeling too alive to ever slow down and rest.
And this street is keeping me warm
This location is giving me comfort and warmth.
I'm pushin' up on the ceiling
I'm rising higher and higher.
I'm beatin' back all my demons
I am fighting and pushing away all my negative thoughts or experiences.
And I'm never lettin' you back in again
I am determined to keep you out.
I can't take it no more, this
I can't take it anymore, whatever 'it' may be.
Scratches on my soul
Wounds to my inner self, emotion, or psyche.
I can't, and I'll never let you near my heart again
I refuse to allow you access to my innermost self ever again.
Oh no, oh no
An expression of concern or realization about what's going on.
I'll never go back there no more
I refuse to go back to that place again.
Oh no, oh no
An expression of concern or realization about what's going on.
I'll never go back, never never go back no more
I am determined to never go back to that place again, ever.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Benny Yurco, Dan Auerbach, Grace Potter, Matthew Burr, Scott Tournet
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mrwhitford1966
She proves once again that she is the best and most original artist in the last 20 years. Perfect. Just perfect. This band is incredibly talented and the vibe is spooky good. Perfect.
RayRihanna22
Grace has one of the best voices of today not to mention she's beautyful.....she's a goddess!
midwestbimbo
her voice plus the music in the back. It all just plays out nicely to make the song perfection
bibi xoxo
I looked for this song for almost 5 years ....and I finally found it .... proud to say it was worth the effort... #happy.tears
A T
Clearly one of my favorite artists and one of the best albums. Her live stuff if amazing, as is her covers, and all her older works are worth a listen.
Angels 10
An A++ song in my book and underrated for sure!
💕Kimberlee Catena🌻
This beautiful singer reminds me SO MUCH of my mom at this age. Look like twins. Just makes me so endeared to her and even the similar demeanor I have to say it to who ever is around when I see this. Just love. <3
genie chow
I do love this song and the video. Grace has an amazing voice and presence.
BrookieDaCookie
2020 and it never gets old 💕
Destini Potter
This song is so good!!!! words cannot describe it