Fade
Kitty Coen Lyrics
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You treat it like a joke
Not anymore
Now that we're growing up
Take a puff that used to be enough
These days not so much
It's all fun and games
But such a shame
Wait a little while
You don't need to get higher
I love you no matter what
And as you fade to black
I remember the day
Jacob shot gun
Two kids on the run
I can still see your face
Wish I could've stopped up ya
Wish I would've known
Wish I could've made you stay
But as you fade to black
The sun rises the same
November took a toll
Felt it in my bones
The air got cold that night
Something wasn't right
In those bright green eyes
Saw your golden soul dimming inside
And as you fade to black
I remember the day
That December came
And they called to say
I would never see you again
Wish I could've stopped up ya
Wish I would've known
Wish I could've made you stay
Wish I could've stopped up ya
Wish I would've known
Wish I could've made you stay
Made you stay
Made you stay
Wish I could've stopped up ya
Wish I would've known
Wish I could've made you stay
But as you fade to black
The sun rises the same
The lyrics to Kitty Coen's song "Fade" depict a reflective and emotional journey of loss, regret, and the acceptance of the passage of time. The song begins with the singer addressing someone who used to treat something (possibly a relationship or a certain lifestyle) lightly, as if it was a joke. However, as they grow up, the situation becomes more serious and the pleasures that used to be sufficient are no longer enough.
The lyrics convey a sense of nostalgia and longing for the past as the singer reminisces about shared experiences and moments. The mention of Jacob and the memory of two kids on the run highlights a specific memory that holds deep meaning to the singer. There is regret and a desire to have done things differently, to have stopped the person from fading away or to have made them stay.
The mention of November suggests a time of darkness and melancholy. The singer describes feeling the toll it took on them, feeling it in their bones and the air getting cold. Something wasn't right, and they saw the person's soul dimming inside their bright green eyes.
In the final verse, the singer reflects on the realization that they will never see the person again. They express their regrets once more, wishing they could have done more to prevent their fading away. However, despite the pain and loss, they acknowledge that life goes on. The sun still rises, and the world continues to spin, even as they carry the memories of the person who faded to black.
Overall, the lyrics of "Fade" by Kitty Coen evoke a sense of bittersweet nostalgia, regrets, and a longing for what could have been. It speaks to the struggle of accepting loss and the knowledge that life moves forward even in the face of profound grief.
Line by Line Meaning
Up in smoke
Things that were once important or meaningful have now vanished or gone away
You treat it like a joke
You don't take it seriously or give it the respect it deserves
Not anymore
But now, things have changed
Now that we're growing up
Since we are maturing and becoming more responsible
Take a puff that used to be enough
Consume something that previously satisfied us
These days not so much
But now it's not enough
It's all fun and games
It's enjoyable and entertaining
But such a shame
However, it's regrettable
When one of us gets cut
When one of us gets hurt or injured
Wait a little while
Be patient for a short period of time
You don't need to get higher
You don't need to increase your state of intoxication
I love you no matter what
I have unconditional affection for you, regardless of anything
And as you fade to black
As you disappear or fade away, losing your brightness or vibrancy
I remember the day
I recall that specific day
Jacob shot gun
Jacob took a shotgun
Two kids on the run
We, as two young individuals, were escaping or fleeing from something
I can still see your face
I can still vividly recall or visualize your face
Wish I could've stopped up ya
I wish I could have prevented your actions or choices
Wish I would've known
I wish I had been aware or informed about something
Wish I could've made you stay
I wish I could have convinced you to remain or not leave
But as you fade to black
But as you disappear or fade away, losing your brightness or vibrancy
The sun rises the same
The sunrise remains unchanged, unaffected by the events
November took a toll
The month of November had a negative impact or caused damage
Felt it in my bones
I sensed it deeply and intuitively
The air got cold that night
The atmosphere became chilly or emotionally distant during that particular night
Something wasn't right
Something felt off or not as it should be
In those bright green eyes
In your eyes that were once lively and full of life
Saw your golden soul dimming inside
Observed your once vibrant spirit or essence slowly losing its shine or fervor
That December came
The month of December arrived
And they called to say
And they notified me through a phone call
I would never see you again
I would never have the opportunity to see you in person again
Made you stay
Prevented or convinced you to remain or not leave
Lyrics © DistroKid, ROUGH TRADE PUBLISHING
Written by: Jacy Butcher, Kitty Coen
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
sabina elliot
SCREAMING INTERNALLY AND EXTERNALLY! Perfect visuals to go with a perfect song. 💗
Alice Stockli Stockli
I know right??
Kitty Coen
ily 🖤
Tia Burke Music
Brilliant video, love all the shots and the colours
Julian Dominguez
This will be a classic song so dope🔥🔥🔥
Move Groove
I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this track and I love Kitty just the same! :)
Marah Foster
Girl you’re so talented...
Dreampopworld
Why is this song and video SOOO SOOTHING, RELAXING, AND EMOTIONAL❤️❤️❤️, it helped me get through my depression, THANK FOR THIS SONG❤️😍❤️😍❤️
imaznicki
immediately came here after seeing you on tiktok ♡ this is amazing i love your voice and the video is so so beautiful
Juan Pablo Espinosa
Great video. Great song. And you look so beautiful Kitty. Well done.