Coming from a family of dancers, Ida Just had been drawn to expression and performance. Though singing in choirs as a child allowed her to hone her crystalline vocals, it was only in her early teens, after years of confiding in her journals and channelling her emotions through poetry, that she discovered the euphoria of singing her own words.
Her debut single, “I Don’t Wanna Be Your Friend” is an exercise in catharsis, seeing Just confront her feelings about a fragmented relationship in the wake of a break-up. ““I Don’t Wanna Be Your Friend” is a song about being stuck in limbo. It was the first time I was honest with myself and how I was truly feeling. It was the beginning of accepting the situation and made me realise that I had to be completely transparent with my emotions if I were to ever feel better again.”
Ida Just materialised her vision for her debut release with Danish director, Dolcerocca. She intended for the visuals to reflect her homeland and its identity, filming on the outskirts of Copenhagen. Just wanted to capture a dichotomy of perfection and destruction; fragility and aggression. The dream-like universe built of dramatic, natural landscapes accentuates Just’s intention of showing just how unnatural the relationship was when stood in contrast.
Peaches
Ida Just Lyrics
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Waves are crushing over me
I dived before I was ready
Now I've tasted peaches
I'll never go back
My mouth needs stitching up
So many things I wanna to know
Nodding, slowly my hopes die out
Darling are you truly happy?
Is this magnetic feeling in my head?
Maybe I made it up
Took me a lifetime to leap in
I fear you'll say "I was just high that night"
When we kissed I swear I levitated
Oh what a shame
Darling are you truly happy?
(Does she give you everything you're needing)
Is this magnetic feeling in my head?
Darling are you truly happy?
(Does she give you everything you're needing)
Is this magnetic feeling in my head?
Drown in me your sunset colours
Skin as soft as silky waves
Now I've tasted happiness
I'm only ever wanting peaches
Is this magnetic feeling in my head?
In these lyrics, Ida Just discusses her experience of falling in love and the emotional rollercoaster that comes with it. She starts by emphasizing that what she is experiencing is not just a fantasy. The metaphor of waves crushing over her illustrates the overwhelming and powerful nature of love. She admits to diving into this love before she was ready, but now that she has experienced the sweetness and delight of love (represented by the reference to peaches), she declares that she will never go back.
However, there is a sense of longing and uncertainty that emerges in the next lines. Ida Just expresses a desire to know if the person she loves, referred to as "you," and another woman will buy a house together. This question represents her anxious thoughts about the future of their relationship. However, as her hopes slowly die out, indicated by the nodding, she begins to realize that her dreams and desires might not be fulfilled.
The next paragraph expresses Ida Just's doubt and insecurity. She questions whether her perception of the situation is accurate, suggesting that she might have made things up in her mind. It took her a long time to take the leap and fully immerse herself in this love, as she feared that "you" might dismiss their connection, claiming that it was a result of being high that night. Despite this fear, she vividly remembers the moment they kissed, describing it as a levitating experience. The line "Oh what a shame" suggests a realization that this love might not be reciprocated.
The chorus is repeated, in which Ida Just continues to question "you" about your happiness with the other woman. She wonders if this magnetic feeling she has in her head is a result of her imagination or if it holds some truth. The final lines express a sense of yearning to be drowned in "your" sunset colors and to experience the softness and warmth of your skin. She describes her newfound taste of happiness as peaches, symbolizing the sweetness and pleasure she craves. The ultimate question lingers: Is this magnetic feeling in her head real or just an illusion?
Line by Line Meaning
Not just a fantasy
This is not just an imagined scenario
Waves are crushing over me
I am overwhelmed by powerful emotions
I dived before I was ready
I took a risk without being fully prepared
Now I've tasted peaches
Now that I've experienced something amazing
I'll never go back
I will never return to how things were before
My mouth needs stitching up
I need to stop talking about my emotions
So many things I wanna to know
I have many questions that I want answered
If you and her will buy a house?
I wonder if you and she will commit to a long-term relationship
Nodding, slowly my hopes die out
As you nod, my hopes gradually fade away
Darling are you truly happy?
My dear, are you genuinely content?
Is this magnetic feeling in my head?
Am I simply imagining this strong attraction?
Maybe I made it up
Perhaps I invented this situation
Took me a lifetime to leap in
It took me a long time to take a risk
I fear you'll say 'I was just high that night'
I'm afraid you will attribute our connection to being under the influence
When we kissed I swear I levitated
I felt an intense euphoria when we kissed
Oh what a shame
What a disappointment
Drown in me your sunset colours
Immerse yourself in the vibrant beauty of our love
Skin as soft as silky waves
Your skin is as gentle and soothing as the ocean waves
Now I've tasted happiness
Now that I've experienced joy
I'm only ever wanting peaches
I only desire things that bring me pleasure
Is this magnetic feeling in my head?
Am I imagining this strong attraction once again?
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Emma Hiley, Ida Just
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Call-Me-KING
Love This Song!! ❤❤❤ I litterly Call The Love Of My Life Mini Peaches🥰 🍑
@idajust_
this is so cute <3
@atlaslaris8492
Just discovered this song and im so glad i did❤❤❤❤❤
@idajust_
awww yaaaay glad to have you xx
@yuofmay28
I am here listening to this beautiful song.. ❤❤❤
@user-hs7fn8nk4t
First degree I thought you were famous, just because you are Amazing and then I Saw how many comments they were. Im in love with your song facking too ! 🌹
@idajust_
aww thank you so much xx real happy to hear you like it 🥰
@tilly.valentine
THIS IS A PEACHY DREAM 🍑🍑🍑
@ninaflensborg5933
Elsker elsker elsker alt ved det her ❤
@laurendejey
So in awe of you