Balloons
Julia Nunes Lyrics
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remember the days when gas was sold
for 1.50 a gallon, oh how things have changed
like those stylish fads and the look on your face
when you see me for the first time in years
we swore we'd never end up here
well I won't be alone
time to leave while my eyes are still dry
time to leave while my head is held high
It's time to bolt, time to bail, time to go
where to? well I really don't know.
I'm gone, so long, see you soon.
up, up and away like a rising balloon.
I'm just stupid enough to pack up and leave
taking all that you entrusted and confided in me
Hug me now 'cause you might lose your chance
I am crouched in my sprinting stance
It's time to bolt, time to bail, time to go
'cause I let you get way too close
I'm gone, so long, see you soon
up, up and away like a rising balloon
I'm just stupid enough to leave you behind
though you're like nothing I have found or will find
years went by and we got older
remember the days when gas was sold
for 1.50 a gallon, oh how things have changed
like those stylish fads and the look on your face
when you see me for the first time in years
we swore we'd never end up here
well I won't be alone
The lyrics of Julia Nunes's song Balloons speak about the passage of time and how things have changed throughout the years. The first verse reminisces about the times when gas was cheap and how those days have gone. The second verse speaks about moving on and leaving things behind. The chorus talks about leaving and starting anew, without a clear destination in mind. The bridge speaks about the fear of missing out on the chance to say goodbye, and the need to leave before getting too close to someone. The song ends with a repetition of the first verse, with the sentence "well I won't be alone" as a resolution.
The song tackles universal themes of change and moving on, as well as the fear of missing out on chances and the need to leave before getting too attached. The idea of rising like a balloon can be interpreted as an image of freedom and taking control of one's life.
Line by Line Meaning
Years went by and we got older
As time passed, we grew older and things changed. We reminisce about the past when gasoline was cheaper.
remember the days when gas was sold for 1.50 a gallon, oh how things have changed like those stylish fads and the look on your face
We recall the past when gasoline was cheap and reflect on how things have changed, including fashion trends and people's expressions.
when you see me for the first time in years we swore we'd never end up here
When you see me again after a long time, we remember that we promised ourselves we wouldn't end up where we are now.
well I won't be alone and if it's gone I'll move on
I won't be alone in the future, and if something doesn't work out, I will keep going.
time to leave while my eyes are still dry time to leave while my head is held high It's time to bolt, time to bail, time to go where to? well I really don't know.
It's time for me to leave before I get too emotional about it, and it's best that I leave on a positive note. I don't know where I'll go, but it's time to go.
I'm gone, so long, see you soon. up, up and away like a rising balloon. I'm just stupid enough to pack up and leave taking all that you entrusted and confided in me
I'm leaving now and I don't know when I'll be back. I know it's foolish to leave, and I'm taking everything you trusted me with.
Hug me now 'cause you might lose your chance I am crouched in my sprinting stance It's time to bolt, time to bail, time to go 'cause I let you get way too close
Hug me now because this might be your last chance. I'm ready to run, It's time for me to go because I let you get too close to me.
I'm gone, so long, see you soon up, up and away like a rising balloon I'm just stupid enough to leave you behind though you're like nothing I have found or will find
I'm leaving now but hope to see you soon. I'm leaving without you even though you're unlike anyone else I've met.
years went by and we got older remember the days when gas was sold for 1.50 a gallon, oh how things have changed like those stylish fads and the look on your face when you see me for the first time in years we swore we'd never end up here well I won't be alone
We think back on the past and reflect on how much things have changed, including gasoline prices, fashion trends, and our own lives. We remember our promise to each other to not end up where we are now, and I reassure myself that I won't be alone in the future.
Contributed by Ava V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
KelseyToast
Listening to old Julia Nunes songs reminds me of when I was in denial of having a crush on a guy... Who I've been with for 9 years, married 4, expecting our first baby in less than two months. ❤️
KaraaaBearaaa
11 years later and still one of my favorite songs! ❤️
Do I Know You
yep
EricGifford
I don't know if you'll read this, but I've been following you since around the time this was posted. I remember you being one of my favorite YouTubers. For some reason over time, I stopped seeing your videos and honestly forgot about all the old accounts I used to keep up with. I was cleaning out my subscription list and saw you were still on it.. And I'm happy to see you're still singing and creating new content. I'll be eager to continue to keep up with you! Just wanted to say thanks for all you do. Now let me go binge watch all these old videos..
Ilxfauno
Thank you for putting this back.
Safrina P
Six years later and I'm still in love.
Safrina P
@Claire de Wit YES
Claire de Wit
Six years later from this comment and I am still in love
Safrina P
@jingleberryification YES
jingleberryification
12 years now, are you still in love?