Eighteen
Ivy Mono Lyrics
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And just moving faster than I thought this ever could
And you belonged to me, just for a moment
When I thought you never would
And I'm remembering back
Remembering back, on and on like how we learned this town
We used to run from school, to parks, to our houses
Baby forever
I know it's late, where you wanna go?
Hit the road with me sleeping close
You and me we're all alone
I don't wanna let this go
And we were just 18
And just moving faster than I thought this ever could
And you belonged to me, just for a moment
When I thought you never would
And I'm remembering back, remembering back
On and on like we learned this town
But now that everybody's scared of that hometown feeling
And I think it really got me down
Baby forever
I know it's late, where you wanna go?
Hit the road with me sleeping close
You and me were all alone
I don't wanna let this go
And now that we're older
I know I'll be bolder for you
I know I'll be bolder
Baby forever
I know it's late, where you wanna go?
Hit the road with me sleeping close
You and me were all alone
I don't wanna let this go
The song "Eighteen" by Ivy Mono reflects upon a nostalgic look back at youth, specifically the age of 18 where everything felt new and exhilarating. The lyrics emphasize the idea of youth and the sense of freedom and excitement that comes with it. The singer reminisces about a past relationship where they felt a strong connection and a sense of belonging, even if it was only for a fleeting moment. This reinforces the fleeting nature of young love and the intensity of emotions experienced at that age.
The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "Baby forever," which could signify a desire to hold onto the past and the memories of youth forever. It highlights a sense of longing and a reluctance to let go of the memories and experiences shared with a former love. The singer reflects on the carefree days of their youth when they would roam around the town, feeling invincible and carefree. The mention of running from school to parks to houses evokes a sense of adventure and spontaneity.
As the song progresses, the singer acknowledges the passage of time and the inevitable changes that come with growing older. There is a sense of nostalgia and a yearning for the simplicity and innocence of youth, contrasted with the complexities and uncertainties of adulthood. The lyrics touch upon the idea that as people age, they may become more cautious and fearful, losing the sense of freedom and abandon that characterized their younger days.
The final verse brings a sense of determination and resilience, with the singer declaring that they will be "bolder" now that they are older. This could imply a newfound sense of self-assurance and confidence, as well as a willingness to embrace both the joys and challenges that come with maturity. The repeated refrain of "Baby forever" at the end of the song suggests a longing to hold onto the memories and emotions of youth, even as time marches on. Overall, the song captures the bittersweet nostalgia of looking back on the past while also looking forward to the future with hope and determination.
Line by Line Meaning
And we were just 18
At that young age of 18
And just moving faster than I thought this ever could
Moving quickly in a way I didn't imagine possible
And you belonged to me, just for a moment
You were mine, if only temporarily
When I thought you never would
Which I never expected
And I'm remembering back
Reflecting on the past
Remembering back, on and on like how we learned this town
Replaying memories of discovering this town together
We used to run from school, to parks, to our houses
Running from school to parks to home
Till the sun then the moon went down
Until the day turned into night
But now that everybody's scared of that hometown feeling
Nowadays, people are afraid of feeling connected to their hometown
And I think it really got me down
I find it quite disheartening
And now that we're older
Now that we've grown up
I know I'll be bolder for you
I'll be more courageous for your sake
Baby forever
Darling, always
I know it's late, where you wanna go?
It's late, where would you like to go?
Hit the road with me sleeping close
Let's travel together with you by my side
You and me were all alone
Just you and me, alone
I don't wanna let this go
I don't want to lose this
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Henry Kaye
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Little Leonard
getting that first EP from an underground artist you like is one of the greatest feelings ever
proud to be aboard the Ivy train, here's to all that's next
IVY MONO
can't believe this is finally out!!