Long Island Blues
Julian Casablancas Lyrics

I see a drug bust in your eyes
I can tell you're struggling with addiction and it's taking a toll on you.

There are bruises on your thighs
Your addiction is causing physical harm to your body.

I can see you're trying to hide
You're ashamed of your addiction and trying to conceal it.

All the darkness in your mind
Your addiction is affecting your mental health.

You got sawdust on your toes
You've been spending time at a bar or club recently.

From that sports bar down the road
The specific place you've been going is a sports bar.

You have beer glass in your feet
You've been drinking alcohol heavily.

You say kiss me on the cheek
Despite your addiction, you still desire affection and attention from others.

Some people get paid to talk
Some people are professional communicators.

Some people get paid to listen
Some people are professional listeners, like therapists or counselors.

Some people buy a ticket
Some people pay to attend events or entertainment.

And can't wait for intermission
They are excited for the break in the event.

Just like some might love you blindly
Some people might love you without truly understanding you.

Some might love you with conditions
Other people might only love you if certain conditions are met.

Some will love you like an unloved child
Some people will love you unconditionally despite your flaws and past.

Loves family traditions
Love is like a strong family bond that can't easily be broken.

Now she's tainted by the syringe
Unfortunately, the addiction has seriously affected someone close to you.

Try to rhyme a word with orange
It's sometimes difficult to find creative solutions or express yourself fully.

I'm a cheap and ugly sinner
I am not a perfect person and have made mistakes.

To whose soul love is so foreign
To someone who has never truly experienced love, it can feel foreign or unfamiliar.

So if you're sideways
If you're feeling lost or unsure of yourself...

And if you wanna go my way
...and you're willing to try something new, follow my lead.

Before a meteor shower
Before a catastrophic event that changes everything...

Decides that you should be devoured
...before everything falls apart...

Whether you're locked up in the tower
...whether you feel trapped...

Or if you charge them by the hour
...or you make a living by charging for your time...

In mama's eyes you were a flower
...remember that you were once loved unconditionally by someone who saw you as beautiful.

Forget the aftertaste of life gone sour
Let go of your regrets and focus on making the most of your life now.

Will you finish what you started?
Will you follow through on your promises and goals?

Travel the seas you never parted
Explore new horizons and possibilities.

Remember things you disregarded
Reflect on things you may have ignored or overlooked in the past.

Communicate with the departed
Reach out to loved ones who have passed away.

Believe in things you thought weren't founded
Have faith in things that may seem unlikely or impossible.

Prepare to always be astounded
Be open to surprises and unexpected experiences.

Or keep your dreams and visions grounded
Alternatively, stay realistic and grounded in your goals.

It's a lonely life at the bottom
Being unsuccessful or failing can be a lonely and difficult experience.

It can be lonely too at the top
Even when you achieve success, it can still be isolating.

Make sure your heart is singing
Make choices and pursue goals that align with your passions and values.

Right until the day it stops
...for as long as you can, until the very end.

They all say dream
Many people advise to dream, to have ambitious goals...

But what they mean is be specific or obscene
...but in reality, they may only encourage dreams that are practical or scandalous.

It's time to find some time to fail at makes you most happy
It's important to make room for your personal interests, even if they don't always lead to success.

Sometimes you concentrate on lovers
Sometimes you focus too much on romantic relationships...

To forget everything else
...and neglect other important aspects of your life.

Sometimes you hate each other to forget you hate yourself
Dysfunctional relationships can be a way of avoiding facing your own personal flaws or insecurities.

Before you celebrate with a cigarette
Before you celebrate a victory, pause to appreciate it fully.

Don't keep those dreams and visions grounded
Don't be afraid to dream big and pursue ambitious goals.

It took a while but now I found it
It may have taken time and effort, but I have finally discovered what truly matters to me.