Rebels
Ivy Adara Lyrics


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Three, four, five

Just a couple lonely kids
Tryna find a crown that fits
Call us the kings and the queens of the dead end streets
Just a couple kids

We got no plans
Recklessly follow the sunset dreamin'
Give me tomorrow and I'll take your hand
Two rebels, ride or die
Two rebels, you and I

We got no plans
Recklessly follow the sunset dreamin'
Give me tomorrow and I'll take your hand
Two rebels, ride or die
Two rebels, you and I

Just a couple midnight rides
Streetlamps are our kingdom lights
Ain't nobody need to know
We'll sneak the cards
You must drive and we ride

We got no plans
Recklessly follow the sunset dreamin'
Give me tomorrow and I'll take your hand
Two rebels, ride or die
Two rebels, you and I

'Cause those nights at the drive-in
At night we were driving
Through GPS, stare at the scar on my right knee
It was karma I guess, I'm a beautiful mess
All of those times we would sneak
In the moonlight we speak
And my mama, I'm sorry, you thought I was sleepin'
All the time that we spent, I would do it again

We got no plans
Recklessly follow the sunset dreamin'
Give me tomorrow and I'll take your hand
Two rebels, ride or die
Two rebels, you and I

We got no plans
Recklessly follow the sunset dreamin'
Give me tomorrow and I'll take your hand
Two rebels, ride or die
Two rebels, you and I

(Ah) We've got no plans
(Ah) Recklessly follow the sunset dreaming
(Ah) Give me tomorrow and I'll take your hand




Two rebels, ride or die
Two rebels, you and I

Overall Meaning

Ivy Adara’s song “Rebels” is an anthem for the youth, the ones who feel lost and alone. The song talks about a couple of lonely kids who are trying to fit into society but can’t seem to find their place. They’re the kings and queens of the dead-end streets, the ones who take life as it comes and never make any plans for the future. The lyrics suggest that they’re living for the moment and are willing to take risks to find meaning in their lives. They drive around at midnight, escaping under the streetlight, and nobody needs to know what they’re doing. They’re rebels, true to themselves and to each other, and they’ll always be together.


The chorus is the main message of the song: they’ve got no plans, they’re just out there chasing the sunset, dreaming of what tomorrow will bring. They’re two rebels who ride or die, two rebels who are bound together by the freedom they’ve found together. The song is about youth, about living recklessly and taking chances, about seizing the moment and never letting it go. The verses suggest that they’ve been through a lot together, and that they’ve shared a lot of secrets and secrets adventures. The chorus, however, is a testament to their bond, reminding us that they’ll always be together, come what may.


Overall, Ivy Adara’s “Rebels” is a beautifully written song about the beauty of youth, of never knowing where you’re going but being happy to go there together. It’s a perfect song for those who feel like they’ve lost their way but who still have the courage to keep going, to keep dreaming, and to keep chasing the sunset.


Line by Line Meaning

Three, four, five
Counting down to start an adventure


Just a couple lonely kids
The singers feel alone and outside of mainstream society


Tryna find a crown that fits
They are searching for something or somewhere they belong


Call us the kings and the queens of the dead end streets
Emphasizing their feeling of isolation, but they also take pride in this position


We got no plans
They are living their lives spontaneously, without a set schedule or agenda


Recklessly follow the sunset dreamin'
They are pursuing their dreams with blind ambition, regardless of the consequences


Give me tomorrow and I'll take your hand
They are committed to each other and their journey of exploration and self-discovery, regardless of what the future holds


Two rebels, ride or die
They view themselves as defiant rule-breakers, committed to each other until the end


Just a couple kids
Despite their unconventional lifestyle, they are still just young people trying to figure out who they are and where they fit in


Just a couple midnight rides
They enjoy the excitement and freedom of exploring the world at night


Streetlamps are our kingdom lights
They view the city streets at night as their territory, and the streetlamps provide a sense of guidance and safety


Ain't nobody need to know
They prefer to keep their adventures and experiences private, away from the judgment of society


We'll sneak the cards
They challenge authority and rules and are willing to take risks to defy them


You must drive and we ride
One of them takes control and leads the way, while the other follows and trusts their partner


'Cause those nights at the drive-in
Reflecting on fond memories of shared experiences and adventures


At night we were driving
Driving at night became their identity and provided them with a sense of belonging


Through GPS, stare at the scar on my right knee
Recalling the tangible evidence of past experiences, even as they try to navigate through new adventures


It was karma I guess, I'm a beautiful mess
Acknowledging that their past experiences and mistakes have shaped them into who they are today


All of those times we would sneak
Looking back on their shared rebellious behavior with nostalgia and fondness


In the moonlight we speak
The darkness of night provides them with a sense of anonymity and freedom to express themselves truly


And my mama, I'm sorry, you thought I was sleepin'
Apologizing for keeping secrets from loved ones and acknowledging the need for independence


All the time that we spent, I would do it again
Despite any obstacles or challenges they faced, they would choose to relive their journey because of its value and meaning


(Ah) We've got no plans
Reiterating the singers' sense of spontaneity and lack of direction


(Ah) Recklessly follow the sunset dreamin'
Reaffirming their commitment to pursuing their dreams regardless of consequences


(Ah) Give me tomorrow and I'll take your hand
Emphasizing their unwavering loyalty to each other and the journey they share


Two rebels, ride or die
The singers' shared identity as nonconformists who reject societal expectations and embrace unconventional experiences


Two rebels, you and I
Reinforcing the singers' bond and commitment to each other and their shared journey




Writer(s): ivy adara, jean sebastian, jon hume, lindsey jackson

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Comments from YouTube:

@jaquelinramos7348

Came by this in Spotify.....went to YouTube expecting millions of views
Underrated 🌻

@ctrlsoul

fr, I was shocked that this song is so underappreciated...

@orin2029

Yeah.

@user-mp6iu6uj6e

Came by Spotify too👋👋

@ortzubary8036

Same but on apple music

@ednaaddai517

Why isn't this song popular yet?. Great song♡

@rpm3127

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@PaolaDiaz-it4co

I heard it on my Spotify recommendation now I play it non stop (it reminds me of my crush) ;) ♥️

@jessbalt9733

Same here 👌👌👌

@mosrabbi

Same

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