Diet Mountain Dew
Lana Del Rey Lyrics


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You're no good for me
Baby, you're no good for me
You're no good for me
But baby, I want you, I want

Diet Mountain Dew, baby, New York City
Never was there ever a girl so pretty
Do you think we'll be in love forever?
Do you think we'll be in love?

Diet Mountain Dew, baby, New York City
Can we hit it now, low-down and gritty
Do you think we'll be in love forever?
Do you think we'll be in love?

Baby, put on heart-shaped sunglasses
'Cause we gonna take a ride
I'm not gonna listen to what the past says
I been waiting up all night
Take another drag, turn me to ashes
Ready for another lie?
Says he's gonna teach me just what fast is
Say it's gonna be alright

Diet Mountain Dew, baby, New York City
Never was there ever a girl so pretty
Do you think we'll be in love forever?
Do you think we'll be in love?

Diet Mountain Dew, baby, New York City
Can we hit it now, low-down and gritty
Do you think we'll be in love forever?
Do you think we'll be in love?

Let's take Jesus off the dashboard
Got enough on His mind
We both know just what we're here for
Saved too many times
Maybe I like this roller coaster
Maybe it keeps me high
Maybe the speed, it brings me closer
I could sparkle up your eye

Diet Mountain Dew, baby, New York City
Never was there ever a girl so pretty
Do you think we'll be in love forever?
Do you think we'll be in love?

Diet Mountain Dew, baby, New York City
Can we hit it now low down and gritty
Do you think we'll be in love forever?
Do you think we'll be in love?

You're no good for me
Baby, you're no good for me
You're no good for me
But, baby, I want you, I want you
You're no good for me
Baby, you're no good for me
You're no good for me
But, baby, I want you, I want you, I want you

Diet Mountain Dew, baby, New York City
Never was there ever a girl so pretty
Do you think we'll be in love forever?
Do you think we'll be in love?

Baby, stoppin' at 7-Eleven
There in his white Pontiac Heaven
Do you think we'll be in love forever?
Do you think we'll be in love?

Diet Mountain Dew, baby, New York City
Never was there ever a girl so pretty
Do you think we'll be in love forever?
Do you think we'll be in love?

Diet Mountain Dew, baby, New York City (you're no good for me)
Can we hit it now low down and gritty (baby, you're no good for me)
Do you think we'll be in love forever? (You're no good for me, but, baby)
Do you think we'll be in love? (I want you, I want)

You're no good for me
Baby, you're no good for me
You're no good for me
But baby, I want you, I want

You're no good for me
Baby, you're no good for me
You're no good for me
But baby, I want you, I want

You're no good for me
Baby, you're no good for me




You're no good for me
But baby, I want you, I want

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Diet Mountain Dew" by Lana Del Rey reveal a complicated, possibly unhealthy relationship. The song opens with the repeated line "You're no good for me," indicating that the singer knows that the relationship is not healthy, yet is still drawn to the other person. The chorus is a series of questions, asking if the love will last forever. The use of the brand “Diet Mountain Dew”, is just an allusion added to the song to express a connection. It gives a sense of feeling high on love; Mountain Dew is known for its caffeine content and the song compares the feeling of being in love to the rush of caffeine. The idea that love is like a drug is further explored when the singer asks the other person to "take another drag and turn me to ashes," comparing themselves to a cigarette that the other person is smoking.


The song also contains religious imagery, with the mention of Jesus on the dashboard, which could be interpreted as the singer trying to ignore religion and any restrictions that may come with it, while they pursue their love interest. The singer seems conflicted, expressing that they know the other person is not good for them, yet they are still drawn to them. The song ends with the repeated refrain of "You're no good for me, but baby, I want you," showing the singer's struggle to reconcile their desire with the knowledge that the relationship is not healthy.


Line by Line Meaning

You're no good for me (hey)
I know being with you will hurt me, but I still crave you.


Baby, you're no good for me (hey)
Even though I know deep down that you're not good for me, I still want to be with you.


You're no good for me (hey)
I repeat this to myself as a reminder that our relationship is toxic.


But baby, I want you, I want
Despite all of the warning signs, I can't resist my desire for you.


Diet Mountain Dew, baby, New York City
These are the symbols of the thrilling, glamorous life I hope to live with you.


Never was there ever a girl so pretty
You are so beautiful and perfect that I can't help but be drawn to you.


Do you think we'll be in love forever?
I'm not sure if our love is real or just a temporary high, but I hope it lasts.


Can we hit it now, low down and gritty
I want us to explore the wild, dangerous side of our relationship.


Baby, put on heart-shaped sunglasses
I want us to see the world through rose-colored glasses, ignoring the reality of our situation.


'Cause we gonna take a ride
We're embarking on a wild and exciting adventure together.


I'm not gonna listen to what the past says
I'm choosing to ignore any red flags or warning signs from previous experiences.


I've been waiting up all night
I'm so excited and consumed by our relationship that I can't sleep or think about anything else.


Take another drag, turn me to ashes
I'm willing to self-destruct and let you consume me completely in order to keep this thrill going.


Ready for another lie?
I know you'll probably hurt me again, but I'm willing to believe your lies for another chance to be with you.


Says he's gonna teach me just what fast is
I'm willing to push my limits and engage in risky behavior with you to feel truly alive.


Say it's gonna be alright
I'm constantly seeking reassurance from you that everything will work out between us, even though it might not.


Let's take Jesus off the dashboard
I want to cast aside any moral or religious constraints in favor of indulging in our passions.


Got enough on his mind
God probably has more important things to worry about than our reckless love affair.


We both know just what we're here for
We're not fooling anyone – we're just here to satisfy our physical desires for each other.


Saved too many times
We've both been so used to being rescued and forgiven for our mistakes that we no longer fear the consequences of our actions.


Maybe I like this roller coaster
Despite the danger and uncertainty, I enjoy the rush and excitement of being with you.


Maybe it keeps me high
Our relationship is like a drug that keeps me constantly euphoric and on edge.


Maybe the speed it brings me closer
Our reckless behavior and constant adrenaline rushes make me feel closer to you than ever before.


I could sparkle up your eye
I want to be the one that makes your eyes light up and fills your life with excitement and passion.


Baby, stoppin' at 7-Eleven
Even mundane tasks like stopping at a convenience store become an adventure with you.


There in his white Pontiac, heaven
I'm so drawn to you that even a simple car ride with you feels like paradise.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Elizabeth Grant, Mike Daly

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@atarfa

You're no good for me
Baby, you're no good for me
You're no good for me
But, baby, I want you, I want you

[Chorus]
Diet Mountain Dew, baby, New York City
Never was there ever a girl so pretty
Do you think we'll be in love forever?
Do you think we'll be in love?

[Verse 1]
Baby, put on heart-shaped sunglasses
'Cause we gonna take a ride
I'm not gonna listen to what the past says
I been waitin' up all night
Take another drag, turn me to ashes
Ready for another lie?
Says he's gonna teach me just what fast is
Say it's gonna be alright

[Pre-Chorus]
Hit me, my darling, tonight
I don't know why but I like it
Gotta get back to the wild
Give it up, give it up
Live it up, live it up

[Chorus]
Diet Mountain Dew, baby, New York City
Never was there ever a girl so pretty
Do you think we'll be in love forever?
Do you think we'll be in love?
Diet Mountain Dew, baby, New York City
Can we hit it now, low-down and gritty?
Do you think we'll be in love forever?
Do you think we'll be in love?

[Verse 2]
Let's take Jesus off the dashboard
Got enough on his mind
We both know just what we're here for
Saved too many times
Maybe I like this roller coaster
Maybe it keeps me high
Maybe the speed, it brings me closer
I could sparkle up your eye

[Pre-Chorus]
Hurt me and tell me you're mine
I don't know why but I like it
Scary? My God, you're divine
Gimme them, gimme them dope and diamonds


[Chorus]
Diet Mountain Dew, baby, New York City
Never was there ever a girl so pretty
Do you think we'll be in love forever?
Do you think we'll be in love?
Diet Mountain Dew, baby, New York City
Can we hit it now, low-down and gritty?
Do you think we'll be in love forever?
Do you think we'll be in love?

[Bridge]
You're no good for me
Baby, you're no good for me
You're no good for me
But baby, I want you, I want you
You're no good for me
Baby, you're no good for me
You're no good for me
But baby, I want you, I want you, I want you

[Chorus]
Diet Mountain Dew, baby, New York City
Never was there ever a girl so pretty
Do you think we'll be in love forever?
Do you think we'll be in love?


[Post-Chorus]
Baby stoppin' at 7-Eleven
There in his white Pontiac Heaven
Do you think we'll be in love forever?
Do you think we'll be in love?

[Chorus]
Diet Mountain Dew, baby, New York City
Can we hit it now, low-down and gritty?
Do you think we'll be in love forever?
Do you think we'll be in love?
Diet Mountain Dew, baby, New York City
Never was there ever a girl so pretty
Do you think we'll be in love forever?
Do you think we'll be in love?



@nishat_ak

Hit me my darling tonight.
I don't know why but I like it.
Gotta get back to the wild.
Give it up, give it up.
Live it up, live it up.

Hurt me and tell me you're mine.
I don't know why but I like it.
Scare me, my God you're divine.
Gimme them, gimme them
Dope and diamonds.



@juanestebansanchezmartin142

[Intro]
You’re no good for me
Baby, you’re no good for me
You’re no good for me
But baby, I want you, I want you

[Chorus]
Diet Mountain Dew, baby, New York City
Never was there ever a girl so pretty
Do you think we’ll be in love forever?
Do you think we’ll be in love?

[Verse 1]
Baby, put on heart-shaped sunglasses
'Cause we gonna take a ride
I’m not gonna listen to what the past says
I’ve been waiting up all night
Take another drag, turn me to ashes
Ready for another lie?
Says he’s gonna teach me just what fast is
Say it’s gonna be alright

[Pre-Chorus]
Hit me my darling tonight
I don't why, but I like it
Gotta get back to the wild
Give it up, give it up, live it up, live it up

[Chorus]
Diet Mountain Dew, baby, New York City
Never was there ever a girl so pretty
Do you think we’ll be in love forever?
Do you think we’ll be in love?
Diet Mountain Dew, baby, New York City
Can we get it now, low down and gritty?
Do you think we’ll be in love forever?
Do you think we’ll be in love?

[Verse 2]
Let’s take Jesus off the dashboard
Got enough on his mind
We both know just what we’re here for
Saved too many times
Maybe I like this roller coaster
Maybe it keeps me high
Maybe the speed, it brings me closer
I could sparkle up your eye

[Pre-Chorus]
Hit me and tell me you're mine
I don't know why, but I like it
Scary, my god, you're divine
Gimme them gimme them dope and diamonds
[Chorus]
Diet Mountain Dew, baby, New York City
Never was there ever a girl so pretty
Do you think we’ll be in love forever?
Do you think we’ll be in love?
Diet Mountain Dew, baby, New York City
Can we get it now, low down and gritty?
Do you think we’ll be in love forever?
Do you think we’ll be in love?

[Bridge]
You're no good for me
Baby, you're no good for me
You're no good for me
But baby, I want you, I want you
You're no good for me
Baby, you're no good for me
You're no good for me
But baby, I want you, I want you, I want you

[Breakdown]
Diet Mountain Dew, baby, New York City
Never was there ever a girl so pretty
Do you think we’ll be in love forever?
Do you think we’ll be in love?
Baby stopping at 7-Eleven
There in his white Pontiac Heaven
Do you think we’ll be in love forever?
Do you think we’ll be in love?



@Ana-iy9xy

Diet Mountain Dew (Demo)
sparkle jumprope queen

You're no good for me
Baby, you're no good for me
You're no good for me
But baby, I want you, I want you

Diet Mountain Dew, baby, New York City
Never was there ever a girl so pretty
Do you think we'll be in love forever?
Do you think we'll be in love?

Baby, put on heart-shaped sunglasses
'Cause we gonna take a ride I'm not gonna listen to what the past says
I've been waiting up all night
Take another drag, turn me to ashes
Ready for another lie?
Says he's gonna teach me just what fast is
Say it's gonna be alright

Hit me my darling tonight
I don't know why, but I like it
Gotta get back to the wild
Give it up, give it up, live it up, live it up

Diet Mountain Dew, baby, New York City
Never was there ever a girl so pretty
Do you think we'll be in love forever?
Do you think we'll be in love?
Diet Mountain Dew, baby, New York City
Can we get it now, low down and gritty?
Do you think we'll be in love forever?
Do you think we'll be in love?

Let's take Jesus off the dashboard
Got enough on his mind
We both know just what we're here for
Saved too many times
Maybe I like this roller coaster
Maybe it keeps me high
Maybe the speed, it brings me closer
I could sparkleup your eye

Hit me and tell me you're mine

I don't know why, but I like it
Scary, my God, you're divine
Gimme them. gimme them dope and diamonds

Diet Mountain Dew, baby, New York City
Never was there ever a girl so pretty
Do you think we'll be in love forever?
Do you think we'll be in love?

Diet Mountain Dew, baby, New York City
Can we get it now, low down and gritty?
Do you think we'll be in love forever?
Do you think we'll be in love?

You're no good for me
Baby, you're no good for me
You're no good for me
But baby, I want you, I want you
You're no good for me
Baby, you're no good for me
You're no good for me
But baby, I want you, I want you, I want you

Diet Mountain Dew, baby, New York City
Never was there ever a girl so pretty
Do you think we'll be in love forever?
Do you think we'll be in love?

Baby stopping at 7-Eleven
There in his white Pontiac Heaven
Do you think we'll be in love forever?
Do you think we'll be in love?

Diet Mountain Dew, baby, New York City
Can we get it now, low down and gritty?
Do you think we'll be in love forever?
Do you think we'll be in love?

Diet Mountain Dew, baby, New York City
Never was there ever a girl so pretty
Do you think we'll be in love forever?
Do you think we'll be in love?



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I swear her music makes me feel 100 times more attractive than I actually am

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can lana just release all her unreleased songs and demos please then i can die in peace

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I’d pay $100 for a huge unreleased compilation album.

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