Hide Away
Hide Away - Daya Lyrics


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Boys seem to like the girls who laugh at anything
The ones who get undressed before the second date
Girls seem to like the boys who don't appreciate
All the money and the time that it takes
To be fly as a mother
Got my both eyes out for Mr. Right
Guessing now I just don't know where to find them
But I hope they all come out tonight

Where do the good boys go to hide away, hide away
I'm a good, good girl who needs a little company
Looking high and low, someone let me know
Where do the good boys go to hide away, hide away

Boys seem to like the girls who like to kiss and tell
Talking them up about things that do so well
I'd rather find a boy who is down for the chase
Putting in the time that it takes
To be fly as a mother
To supply all of my heart's demands
Suit and tie 'cause undercover
He's gonna save my life like Superman

Where do the good boys go to hide away, hide away
I'm a good, good girl who needs a little company
Looking high and low, someone let me know
Where do the good boys go to hide away, hide away
Tell me where the good boys go
Tell me where the good boys go
Tell me where the good boys go
Will somebody tell me, tell me
Tell me where the good boys go
Tell me where the good boys go
Tell me where the good boys go
Tell me where the good boys go

Where do the good boys go to hide away, hide away
I'm a good, good girl who needs a little company
Looking high and low, someone let me know
Where do the good boys go to hide away, hide away
Hide away, hide away
Hide away, hide away




Looking high and low, someone let me know
Where do the good boys go to hide away, hide away

Overall Meaning

In “Hide Away,” Daya describes the dilemma of searching for a “good” boy, as she feels like she cannot find anyone decent to be with. The song is all about the search for companionship and how difficult it can be to find. Throughout the song, Daya ponders where all the “good” boys are hiding, and what she needs to do to find them. The chorus repeats the line “Where do the good boys go to hide away?” emphasizing her lack of success in finding what she is looking for.


The lyrics also delve into the expectations placed on both genders in modern dating. Girls are expected to be sexy and flirty while boys are expected to be wealthy and carefree. Daya rejects these expectations, wanting someone who appreciates her for who she is and is willing to work to maintain a healthy relationship. She knows what she wants, and she won’t settle for less. Daya’s song is a message to all young people navigating the sometimes tricky process of finding love and relationships.


Line by Line Meaning

Boys seem to like the girls who laugh at anything
It seems that boys are attracted to girls who have a carefree personality and find humor in everything. They want a girl who doesn't take life too seriously.


The ones who get undressed before the second date
Boys seem to be attracted to girls who are willing to have physical relations early on in the relationship. They aren't looking for anything serious.


Girls seem to like the boys who don't appreciate
Girls seem to be attracted to guys who don't value their time or money. They seem to want a guy who doesn't put much effort into impressing them.


All the money and the time that it takes
Girls don't seem to appreciate the time and money that guys put into impressing them. They don't understand the effort it takes to look good and provide a good time.


To be fly as a mother
To have a great style and be seen as cool and fashionable.


Got my both eyes out for Mr. Right
She is actively searching for the perfect guy who is a good match for her.


Guessing now I just don't know where to find them
She is unsure about where she should be looking to find Mr. Right, despite actively searching for him.


But I hope they all come out tonight
She hopes that she will be able to meet Mr. Right tonight and that he will be among the eligible bachelors she encounters.


Where do the good boys go to hide away, hide away
She is trying to find out where the good, eligible guys are hiding and why she is having a hard time meeting them.


I'm a good, good girl who needs a little company
She is a good girl who simply wants someone to spend time with and have fun with.


Looking high and low, someone let me know
She is actively searching for someone to spend time with and is hoping that someone will be able to point her in the right direction.


Boys seem to like the girls who like to kiss and tell
Boys seem to prefer girls who like to share intimate details about their personal lives and relationships with others. This suggests that they aren't looking for anything serious or committed.


Talking them up about things that do so well
Girls who like to brag about their love lives or sexual experiences seem to be more desirable to boys. They want someone who is open about their personal life and isn't hesitant to share intimate details.


I'd rather find a boy who is down for the chase
She is looking for a guy who isn't just interested in hooking up, but someone who is willing to put forth the effort to pursue her and be in a committed relationship.


Putting in the time that it takes
A relationship takes time and effort to build, and she wants a guy who is willing to put in the time and effort to get to know her and build something real.


Suit and tie 'cause undercover
The guy she is looking for is someone who may not seem like the obvious choice, but is still charming and attractive in his own way.


He's gonna save my life like superman
She is looking for a guy who will swoop in and save her from her loneliness and boredom, much like how Superman saves people from danger.


Tell me where the good boys go
She is still searching for the elusive good guys and is asking for help in finding them.


Hide away, hide away
She is emphasizing how difficult it is to find these good boys as if they are hiding away, which is leading to her loneliness and desperation.


Looking high and low, someone let me know
She is still actively searching and is hoping that someone will be able to give her the information necessary to finally find what she is looking for.


Where do the good boys go to hide away, hide away
She is still trying to figure out where these good guys are hiding and why they seem to be so hard to come by.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Scott Bruzenak, Brett McLaughlin, Gino Maurice Barletta, Grace Martine Tandon, Matthew Britten Newbill

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@datniggabeaststayoutthewes9185

+David Mixon +lyfeproof
You guys enjoying your pity party? Run out of punch yet?







Also, God forbid a girl want a good guy that she's also sexually attracted to. But I guess you guys haven't thought about that, though...



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@HITCHICARUS

I thought the beginning was an ad and I looked for a "Skip Ad" button.

@amandaleighh

same

@EPICGINGER952

Me too

@axeltheredpanda5453

Same lol

@jdrop10

+SurgeOneGaming same

@-GreGo

+SurgeOneGaming haha me too!

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@MG-jy6yc

You say were in the friend zone I'm over here in the trash can.

@JakeEditsss

mmm yeah thats tough lmao

@jasonvanier1235

I know this
feeling so many time ...

@nelsonc433

same

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