Young Forever
Jay-ZMr.Hudson Lyrics
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Heaven can wait we're only watching the skies
Hoping for the best but expecting the worst
Are you going to drop the bomb or not?
Let us die young or let us live forever
We don't have the power but we never say never
Sitting in a sandpit, life is a short trip
Can you imagine when this race is won
Turn our golden faces into the sun
Praising our leaders we're getting in tune
The music's played by the mad men
Forever young, I want to be forever young
Do you really want to live forever?
Forever, or never
Forever young, I want to be forever young
Do you really want to live forever?
Forever young
Some are like water, some are like the heat
Some are a melody and some are the beat
Sooner or later they all will be gone
Why don't they stay young
It's so hard to get old without a cause
I don't want to perish like a fading horse
Youth's like diamonds in the sun
And diamonds are forever
So many adventures couldn't happen today
So many songs we forgot to play
So many dreams swinging out of the blue
We let them come true
Forever young, I want to be forever young
Do you really want to live forever?
Forever, or never
Forever young, I want to be forever young
Do you really want to live forever?
Forever, or never
Forever young, I wanna be forever young
Do you really want to live forever?
In "Young Forever," Jay-Z and Mr. Hudson contemplate the fleeting nature of youth and the inevitability of aging and death. The song opens with an invitation to dance, but quickly turns to the darker themes of mortality and the uncertainty of the future. The lyrics express a desire to live life to the fullest and make the most of the time we have, while also acknowledging that we cannot control our ultimate fate. The chorus repeats the phrase "forever young," which serves as both a wish and a question, asking if eternal youth is really desirable or if it's better to accept our mortality and live in the moment.
The second verse of the song introduces the idea that people come in different forms, with varying levels of intensity and vitality. It also touches on the idea that many of the experiences we treasure in our youth can never be repeated or recaptured later in life. The final chorus reinforces the theme of living in the present and embracing life's adventures, even if they ultimately lead to our demise.
"Young Forever" was released in 2010 and became a hit single, reaching the top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song samples the chorus of the 1984 Alphaville hit "Forever Young," which has become a pop culture classic and been covered by multiple artists over the years.
Line by Line Meaning
Let's dance in style, let's dance for a while
Let's enjoy life in the moment and have fun while we can
Heaven can wait we're only watching the skies
We're not in a hurry to go to heaven, let's take our time and enjoy what's happening around us
Hoping for the best but expecting the worst
We're optimistic about the future, but we're prepared for the worst outcomes
Are you going to drop the bomb or not?
Are you going to take a risk and make a big move or not?
Let us die young or let us live forever
Let's live life to the fullest, whether we live a long life or a short one
We don't have the power but we never say never
We may not have control over everything, but we never give up trying
Sitting in a sandpit, life is a short trip
Life is short, so let's make the most of it while we can
The music's for the sad men
Music can inspire and uplift even those who may be feeling down or sad
Can you imagine when this race is won
Think about how it will feel when we achieve our goals and succeed
Turn our golden faces into the sun
Celebrate our success by basking in the sunlight and enjoying the moment
Praising our leaders we're getting in tune
By recognizing and praising those who lead us, we become more united and in sync as a group
The music's played by the mad men
The music is created by those who are passionate and dedicated to their craft, who may be seen as a bit crazy by others
Forever young, I want to be forever young
I want to maintain my youthful spirit and outlook on life
Do you really want to live forever? Forever, or never
Is it more important to live a long life or to live a life full of meaningful experiences?
Some are like water, some are like the heat
People have different personalities, some are laid-back and others are intense
Some are a melody and some are the beat
People have different talents and roles to play in life, just like in a musical composition
Sooner or later they all will be gone
Everything comes to an end eventually, so let's make the most of the time we have
Why don't they stay young
It's natural to want to stay young and hold on to that feeling of vitality and optimism
It's so hard to get old without a cause
Aging can be difficult if you don't have a sense of purpose or passion in life
I don't want to perish like a fading horse
I don't want to lose my strength and vitality as I get older
Youth's like diamonds in the sun
Youthfulness is precious and valuable, like a shining diamond
And diamonds are forever
That value and preciousness endures over time
So many adventures couldn't happen today
It's important to take risks and have adventures in life, because you never know what opportunities may arise
So many songs we forgot to play
We often get caught up in the routine of life and forget to enjoy the little things and the experiences that would make life richer
So many dreams swinging out of the blue
It's important to pursue your dreams, even if they seem far-fetched or unlikely
We let them come true
We create our own reality and can make our dreams come true if we work hard and stay committed to them
Forever young, I want to be forever young
I want to hang on to my youthfulness and optimistic outlook on life
Do you really want to live forever? Forever, or never
Is it more important to live a long life or one filled with adventure and memorable experiences?
Forever young, I want to be forever young
I want to maintain my youthful exuberance and spirit as I go through life
Do you really want to live forever? Forever, or never
The choice is up to me to determine what kind of life I want to lead, whether it be one full of memories and passion or one focused solely on longevity and comfort
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Christopher McNabb
Dude you're awesome, I've practiced so much and after making first chair in three instruments I'm still nothing compared to you. Keep up the awesome videos.
Seb Barquin
really nice, how do you get that soft effect, reverb ?
LyndellF
Wow man you are so awesome!!!! I have played the flute for years but am having a break from that and have just got a tenor sax!! I sound so crap! haha! Keep up the good work, buddy!
Antonio De Jesús Aguilar
WOOOOOW! PORFAVOR COMPARTE LAS NOTAS, TE LO AGRADEZCO (djasupertramp@hotmail.com)
sean chambers
very calming i listin to this when im mad and it makes me calm your very talented keep on playing and im getting a saxophone and you were my ispration
Caleb Fryar
Do u have the sheet music for it? Its AWESOME!!
Enda Gavin
you are really good man! would love to see ya do some improve in your videos too though! not critcising or anything cos i still think your great! just some personal opinion! :D
Ruben den boer
wow i really didnt expect that you could play like any song (party rock) on the freaking sax!!!! sub
BriansThing
You got it
danne461
Nice! This is what I will work on the next couple of days :)