LALALA
Jive talk Lyrics
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Closer than I'll ever get
Through the years, I can never forget
The creature made from innocence
Carved from clay and "I'll be late"
Compromised by promised fame
Through the years, were you ever the same
The creature made from passing blame
Lala LA lala LA
Is it LA in the night that you want
Lala LA lala LA
Oh from the caves you crawl
Slots and arcades in the hall
Watching the ways you fall, slowly
Creature was right
Oh from the caves you crawl
Slots and arcades in the hall
He's watching the ways
Is it LA in the night that you want
Lala LA lala LA
Is it LA in the night that you want
Lala LA lala LA
The lyrics of Jive Talk's song Lalala speak to the idea of being close to something but never quite getting there. The first verse talks about being "not quite the point" but getting "closer than I'll ever get." The singer then reflects on the past, saying "through the years, I can never forget / the creature made from innocence / carved from clay and 'I'll be late' / compromised by promised fame." This could be interpreted as a reference to the singer themselves, who had a certain level of innocence and potential but was ultimately affected by the lure of fame.
The second verse describes someone else, "the creature made from passing blame." This person may have also had potential at some point, but instead of looking inward and taking responsibility for their actions, they chose to blame others. The chorus repeats the phrase "Is it LA in the night that you want?" suggesting that maybe the singer and/or the other person in the song are chasing some sort of dream or idealized version of success represented by the glamorous city of Los Angeles.
The bridge section of the song repeats the line "Oh from the caves you crawl / slots and arcades in the hall / watching the ways you fall, slowly." This imagery could be interpreted in a few different ways, but it could be referencing the idea of someone coming out of a dark or difficult period in their life (the "caves") and trying to navigate their way through the temptations and distractions of life (the "slots and arcades") while still facing the possibility of failure.
Overall, the lyrics of Lalala seem to be exploring themes of ambition, temptation, and the struggle to stay true to oneself in pursuit of success.
Line by Line Meaning
Not quite the point and yet
Although not fully accurate or relevant, it is somewhat related to the matter at hand.
Closer than I'll ever get
Despite not being exact, this is the closest I will ever come to achieving my goal.
Through the years, I can never forget
Over time, this memory will always remain with me.
The creature made from innocence
This being was created with pure intentions and without malice.
Carved from clay and "I'll be late"
Crafted with great detail and care, with a hint of procrastination and delay.
Compromised by promised fame
Corrupted by the allure of celebrity and prestige.
Through the years, were you ever the same
Over time, have you remained unchanged?
The creature made from passing blame
This being was created with a tendency to shift responsibility to others when things go wrong.
Is it LA in the night that you want
Lala LA lala LA
Is it LA in the night that you want
Lala LA lala LA
Do you desire the bright lights and excitement of Los Angeles at night?
Oh from the caves you crawl
Slots and arcades in the hall
Watching the ways you fall, slowly
Creature was right
Emerging from a dark and primitive place, surrounded by gambling and entertainment. Observing as you gradually stumble and struggle. The creature predicted this outcome.
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Oliver Pierce
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