Headlights
Katja Petri Lyrics
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Oh, 'cause you always tryina get ahead of light
Baby when you go
You know I'll be waiting on the other side
And I know it's cold
But if you stay then I can keep you warm at night
Don't be a fool for the city lights
Baby with you I can never lie
Don't go chasing all the headlights
Oh, I could feel the beating of your heartache drum
Oh, don't know if I'm dreaming or if you have gone
Every time you go
Hits me like a bullet from a golden gun
Yeah I know it's cold
But if you stay then I could keep you warm at night
Don't be a fool for the city lights
I know it's cool but it's only light
Baby with you I can never lie
So, don't go chasing all the headlights
Oh-oh-oh
don't go chasing all the headlights
Oh-oh-oh
don't go chasing all the headlights
oh-oh-oh
oohn - ooohn
oh-oh-oh
oohn - ooohn
Don't be a fool for the city lights
I know it's cool but it's only light
Baby with you I can never lie
Don't go chasing all the headlights
The lyrics depict a lover trying to convince their significant other to stop chasing after materialistic things and to focus on what is important, which is the love they share. The metaphor of chasing headlights implies that the other person is always trying to get ahead of everyone else, trying to stay ahead of the game. However, the singer of the song is trying to tell their loved one that it's not worth it and that they will always be waiting for them on the other side. The lyrics reveal insecurities about the relationship, as the singer is unsure if the other person will leave or stay, but promises to keep them warm if they choose to stay. The chorus repeatedly tells the loved one not to chase after the lights of the city and focuses on them being the most important thing.
In summary, the song is about a person trying to convince their partner to focus on their relationship instead of chasing after superficial things. The chorus reiterates this message by telling them not to chase the city lights and emphasizing that their relationship is the most important thing.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, I know why you chasing all the headlights
I understand why you are constantly pursuing the newest and most exciting things.
Oh, 'cause you always tryina get ahead of light
You are always striving to stay ahead of the game and be the first to experience something new.
Baby when you go
When you leave me and go off to pursue something else...
You know I'll be waiting on the other side
...I will still be here waiting for you to return, no matter how long it takes.
And I know it's cold
I understand that the world can be harsh and unforgiving...
But if you stay then I can keep you warm at night
...but if you stay with me, I can provide you with comfort and warmth throughout it all.
Don't be a fool for the city lights
Do not be blinded by the allure of glamorous and exciting things...
I know it's cool but it's only light
...because in reality, they are not as important or fulfilling as they may first appear.
Baby with you I can never lie
I will always be honest with you and never deceive you, no matter what.
Don't go chasing all the headlights
Do not constantly pursue new and exciting things at the expense of true happiness and contentment in your relationships and life.
Oh, I could feel the beating of your heartache drum
I sense the pain and turmoil that you are going through as you constantly chase after new things and experiences.
Oh, don't know if I'm dreaming or if you have gone
I am not sure if what we had together was real or just a fleeting dream, as you are always off chasing something new.
Every time you go
Each time you leave to chase after the next exciting thing...
Hits me like a bullet from a golden gun
...it feels like a painful and powerful blow, one that is hard to forget or move on from.
Yeah I know it's cold
I understand that the world can be harsh and unforgiving...
But if you stay then I could keep you warm at night
...but if you stay with me, I can provide you with comfort and warmth throughout it all.
oh-oh-oh
Lyrics
don't go chasing all the headlights
Do not constantly pursue new and exciting things at the expense of true happiness and contentment in your relationships and life.
Contributed by Blake F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@KeyRelaxingMusic
Sehr schöne Stimme! Ganz ganz große Klasse!
@secondcomingpro
Spotify brought me here - and boi am I glad.
@irisdomava723
Bestes Cover das ich finden konnte :) !
@IkorasProtege
You sang that beautifully
@soulfoodlovina958
10000x besser als das Original! toll Katja!
@Odescalchi-vp4ms
Unglaublich, was man aus einem ordinären Popsong machen kann - wenn man's drauf hat. Und das hast Du. Ganz großes Lob!
Wünsche Dir 10 Mio. Clicks ;o)
@pferdefannina2329
geilste stimme die ich je gehört habe
@ninabr779
Wunderschöne Stimme😍😍😍
@katjapetri
le ni 12 aww danke schön!
@jennyannemen3449
i love this song...