Young Forever
Jay–Z Lyrics
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Cellphones in the air
Let's dance in style
Let's dance for a while
Heaven can wait we're only watching the skies
Hoping for the best but expecting the worst
Are you gonna drop the bomb or not?
We don't have the power, but we never say never
Sitting in a sandpit, life is a short trip
The music's for the sad man (sing)
Forever young
I wanna be forever young (yes)
Do you really want to live forever?
Forever and ever (sing)
Forever young
I wanna be forever young
Do you really want to live forever?
Forever, forever young
So we live a life like a video
When the sun is always out and you never get old
And the champagne's always cold
And the music is always good
And the pretty girls just happened to stop by in the hood
And they hop their pretty ass up on the hood of that pretty ass car
Without a wrinkle in today
'Cause there is no tomorrow
Just some picture perfect day
To last a whole lifetime
And it never ends
'Cause all we have to do is hit rewind
So lets just stay in the moment
Smoke some weed, drink some wine
Reminisce, talk some shit, forever young is in your mind
Leave a mark that can't erase, neither space nor time
So when the director yells cut we'll be fine, ah
Sing
Forever young
I wanna be forever young
Do you really want to live forever?
Forever and ever
Forever young
I wanna be forever young
Do you really want to live forever?
Forever and ever young
Slamming Bentley doors, hopping out of Porsche's
Popping up on Forbes lists, gorgeous, hold up
Niggas thought I lost it, they be talking more shit
I be talking more shit, I'm nauseous, hold up
I'll be here forever, you know I'm on my fall shit
And I ain't waiting for closure, I will never forfeit
Less than four bars, baby, bring the chorus in
Did you get the picture yet I'm painting you a portrait
Forever young
I wanna be forever young
Do you really want to live forever?
And ever and ever
Forever young
I wanna be forever young
Do you really want to live forever?
Forever (your time, sing)
Forever young
I wanna be forever young
Do you really want to live forever?
Forever and ever
Forever young
I wanna be forever young
Do you really want to live forever?
Forever, forever young
Make some noise for Beyoncé one time Brooklyn
I'mma leave you with this
Don't be good, Brooklyn, be great
Be great
Thank you for tonight, thank you for tonight
I love you
In "Young Forever," Jay-Z reflects on the fleeting nature of youth and the desire to hold onto it forever. The song opens with a request for light and cellphones in the air, signaling a moment of celebration and commemoration. Jay-Z invites his audience to dance with him, enjoying the moment while also acknowledging that life is short and unpredictable. He contrasts this sense of urgency with the desire to remain young and free forever, both physically and mentally. The chorus repeats the phrase "forever young," emphasizing the desire for immortality.
The second verse describes a lavish lifestyle of wealth, fame, and endless partying, with Jay-Z noting that this lifestyle feels like a never-ending video, complete with "picture perfect days" that "never end." However, he also acknowledges the need to remain present in the moment, to savor every experience and create lasting memories. The final verse returns to the theme of youth and longevity, as Jay-Z asserts his own permanence and determination to keep creating without fear of failure or rejection. He reminds the listener to embrace their greatness and strive for excellence in all areas of life, without losing sight of the joy and wonder of youth.
Line by Line Meaning
Can I get some light in here?
Jay-Z requests for the mood to be set by inquiring for light in the room
Cellphones in the air
Jay-Z directs his audience to raise their cellphones up to signal their enthusiasm
Let's dance in style
Jay-Z suggests that they dance in a way that expresses their unique style
Let's dance for a while
Jay-Z proposes that they dance for an extended period and soak in the moment
Heaven can wait we're only watching the skies
Jay-Z emphasizes living in the present and not worrying too much about the future such as heaven
Hoping for the best but expecting the worst
Jay-Z suggests that while it's good to hope for the best, it's also vital to be prepared for the worst
Are you gonna drop the bomb or not?
Jay-Z questions whether things will escalate and fall apart or not
Let us die young or let us live forever
Jay-Z poses two opposing options for a preferable lifestyle: either die young or be immortal
We don't have the power, but we never say never
Jay-Z admits that they are not all-powerful, but they remain positive and never stop trying
Sitting in a sandpit, life is a short trip
Jay-Z paints a mental picture of life being short like sitting in a sandpit
The music's for the sad man (sing)
Jay-Z sings that music helps those feeling sad and invites listeners to sing along
Forever young
Jay-Z wishes for eternal youthfulness
I wanna be forever young (yes)
Jay-Z repeatedly voices his aspiration to be always young
Do you really want to live forever?
Jay-Z queries his audience's true desire to live forever
Forever and ever (sing)
Jay-Z emphasizes on eternal youth by singing
So we live a life like a video
Jay-Z analogizes his life to a music video full of luxurious things
When the sun is always out and you never get old
Jay-Z describes the carefree life of never ageing while living a luxurious lifestyle
And the champagne's always cold
Jay-Z depicts luxury and easing away worries with champagne
And the music is always good
Jay-Z emphasizes how good the music is and has no worry to listen to bad music
And the pretty girls just happened to stop by in the hood
Jay-Z invites beautiful girls who pass through his neighbourhood to join in the luxurious life
And they hop their pretty ass up on the hood of that pretty ass car
Jay-Z fantasizes girls getting on top of cars and flaunting
Without a wrinkle in today
Jay-Z stresses the carefree, youthful life that they currently live
'Cause there is no tomorrow
Jay-Z implies living in the present with no plan for the future
Just some picture perfect day
Jay-Z explains how every day is ideal as they all seem perfect
To last a whole lifetime
Jay-Z wishes for the present picture-perfect moments to last a lifetime
And it never ends
Jay-Z asserts the perfect, luxurious lifestyle never stops
'Cause all we have to do is hit rewind
Jay-Z implies that they can preserve the ideal lifestyle by rewinding time and having good memories
So lets just stay in the moment
Jay-Z advises to remain present and enjoy the moment
Smoke some weed, drink some wine
Jay-Z suggests using weed and wine to relax and ease worries
Reminisce, talk some shit, forever young is in your mind
Jay-Z implies the significance of having pleasant memories, platitudes to oneself, and avoiding ageing by continually meditating on youthfulness
Leave a mark that can't erase, neither space nor time
Jay-Z encourages making a legacy that lasts forever without limitation by neither distance in space nor time
So when the director yells cut we'll be fine, ah
Jay-Z implies that when life eventually ends, everyone will be okay
Slamming Bentley doors, hopping out of Porsche's
Jay-Z describes the luxurious lifestyle they lead while driving high-end cars
Popping up on Forbes lists, gorgeous, hold up
Jay-Z gloats about topping Forbes lists while looking stunning
Niggas thought I lost it, they be talking more shit
Jay-Z claims people have doubted him, but still spends their time talking negatively about him
I be talking more shit, I'm nauseous, hold up
Jay-Z promises to speak more trash on people and makes himself sick doing so in turn
I'll be here forever, you know I'm on my fall shit
Jay-Z asserts that he will be popular forever and maintains his fiery style
And I ain't waiting for closure, I will never forfeit
Jay-Z implies that he doesn't plan to wait around before taking action or quitting his career
Less than four bars, baby, bring the chorus in
Jay-Z directs the music producer to bring the chorus in early after less than four bars of music
Did you get the picture yet I'm painting you a portrait
Jay-Z asks his listeners if they understand the picture in their mind that he is painting through his lyrics
Make some noise for Beyoncé one time Brooklyn
Jay-Z encourages his audience about Beyoncé's role in the song and asks them to cheer loudly for her
I'mma leave you with this
Jay-Z hints that this will be his final note for his listeners
Don't be good, Brooklyn, be great
Jay-Z motivates his listeners to seek greatness and not just be good
Be great
Jay-Z reiterates his message to aim for greatness
Thank you for tonight, thank you for tonight
Jay-Z shows his appreciation to his listeners for their presence and attendance for the night
I love you
Jay-Z expresses his love for his listeners
Lyrics © Budde Music Publishing GmbH, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Marian Gold, Bernhard Lloyd, Frank Mertens, Shawn Carter
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@eddieroyal8701
You don't realize how fast life really passes by and how quickly it can end,
How it's the same day after day and you don't see any of yo friends.
Life goes on and da bills pile up,
After the divorce you wish you had a pre-nup.
The kids, dey don't wanna see you,
The new dad? He's the man no matter what you do.
Every night its What's fo dinner? and a fight wit the significant other,
Everything ya do is always nitpicked by her mother.
I could go on and on but you get the picture,
You get poorer while everyone else gets richer.
@khalalelomsiza2064
I am in South Africa this song reminds me of my beloved son who died at the age of 26 kgaogelo Bokaba u were loved by your uncle Sipho Msiza and your mom me linky
@abiolajohnsonojo2307
Sorry dude
@putgodfirst1192
God Bless all of you!!!
@fullnessk9278
So sorry dude. God knows best
@paulnickel2871
Much love sent your way.
@lameckmgute9963
Take it easy even me dis song remind me my dad how passed am from kenya
@djsparkfire
Heavenly Father I pray that you keep the person reading this alive, safe, healthy and financially blessed Amen
@bekimalaura8452
Amen 🥺🥺🥺🥺
@mathewkwaku-awortwe9291
Amen
@tolulopebenjamin3837
Amen.