Dancing In The Dark
Hot Chip Lyrics

I get up in the evening
I wake up in the evening feeling unmotivated and unproductive.

And I ain't got nothing to say
I feel like I have nothing interesting or important to contribute.

I come home in the morning
I return home from being out all night during a time where most people are just starting their day.

I go to bed feeling the same way
Despite my actions, I still feel unfulfilled and in need of something more.

Man, I'm nothing but tired
I am constantly exhausted from living without purpose or passion.

I'm just tired and bored with myself
I feel drained and disinterested in my own life and existence.

Hey there, baby
Addressing a potential romantic interest or confidant.

I could use just a little help
Asking for support, guidance or a change in direction in life.

You can't start a fire
Attempting to create momentum or motivate oneself needs a catalyst or driving force.

You can't start a fire without a spark
To make meaningful progress or impact one needs a source of inspiration, passion or positivity.

This gun's for hire
Despite any setbacks or struggle, I am available and willing to take on new opportunities or experiences.

Even if we're just dancing in the dark
Acknowledging that even small or seemingly meaningless actions can lead to big opportunities, achievements, or impacts.

Messages keep getting clearer
Finding more purpose in daily occurrences or interactions.

Radio's on and I'm moving around the place
The radio is a source of escapism and the music motivates action or movement.

I check my look in the mirror
Self-evaluation and desire for a change in physical appearance and/or self-perception.

Wanna change my clothes, my hair, my face
Looking for a fresh start and a new identity.

Man, I ain't getting nowhere
Feeling stuck in life and unable to make progress or find fulfillment.

I'm just living in a dump like this
Experiences and surroundings are negatively impacting mood and outlook on life.

There's something happening somewhere
Belief in a positive future despite current setbacks or negative circumstances.

Baby, I just know that there is
There is an inherent desire for an exciting and fulfilling life.

You sit around getting older
Wasting time leading to missed opportunities and/or regret.

There's a joke somewhere, it's on me
Feeling defeated or hopeless in a comical or ironic way.

I'll shake this world off my shoulders
Attempting to move past self-doubt and negative experiences that have been weighing heavily.

Come on baby the laugh's on me
Self-deprecating humor or ironic statement about circumstances.

Stay on the streets of this town
Staying in the midst of familiar but unfulfilling surroundings.

They'll be carving you up alright
Society and those around are prone to judge or criticize those who remain stagnant.

They say you gotta stay hungry
Motivation and persevering through obstacles is important for achieving success or happiness.

Oh baby, I'm just about starving tonight
Desire for more in life, even to the point of physical or emotional hunger.

I'm dying for some action
Feeling unfulfilled and needing an exciting experience or opportunity.

I'm sick of sitting 'round here trying to write this book
Feeling stagnant and unproductive, while desiring a change in direction or experiences.

I need a love reaction
Being in need of fulfillment, purpose or love in life.

Come on, baby, give me just one look
Asking for support or guidance, even in small ways.

Sitting 'round crying over a broken heart
Wallowing in sadness caused by rejection, heartbreak or negative experiences.

Worrying about your little world falling apart
Having anxiety about one's own life or circumstances.

Even if we're just dancing in the dark
Despite challenges or negative experiences, there is an inherent desire and hope for a brighter and more fulfilling future.