She is a mem… Read Full Bio ↴Lauren Fairweather is an American independent musician.
She is a member of The Moaning Myrtles.
She has a MySpace page at myspace.com/laurenmyrtle and a Youtube channel at youtube.com/devilishlypure
This Is It
Lauren Fairweather Lyrics
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So I slipped on my new school robes
From this day on
I'm on my own, and I am in control
I spotted Lily as I crossed the train
Her face pressed against the windowpane
She seemed upset
But all I could think is are we there yet?
We're off to Hogwarts
And you'd better be
In Slytherin with me
We're finally going
It's been eleven years
And now we're finally here
When I thought everything would be okay
Two jerks set out to ruin my day
How wrong I was
To think everything would be perfect now
But Lily spoke up and stood up for me
She grabbed my arm and said that we should leave
James and Sirius
Tried to trip me and yelled "See ya Snivellus!"
Repeat chords, instrumental
This is it
We're here at Hogwarts
And instead you're stuck
In Gryffindor with them
I'm gonna miss you
But I'll see you around
And I hope that we'll stay friends
The lyrics of Lauren Fairweather's song "This Is It" give us a glimpse into the excitement and nervousness that a young wizard, presumably Severus Snape, feels on his journey to Hogwarts. The song starts with the line "Couldn't wait to ditch these muggle clothes, So I slipped on my new school robes", which sets the tone for the rest of the lyrics. The singer is eager to leave his mundane life and start a new adventure in a magical school. He meets his friend Lily on the train, who seems upset, but he is too focused on the future to pay attention to her emotions. He is excited about his new life and wants his friend to join him in Slytherin, and together they can conquer the magical world.
However, his excitement is short-lived when James and Sirius, two bullies, try to ruin his day. But Lily speaks up and stands by him, and they both leave James and Sirius behind. The rest of the song talks about how the singer will miss his friend, but they'll always be there for each other. Despite the setback, he's still excited to be in Hogwarts and looks forward to the adventures that await him.
The song is an excellent tribute to the world of Harry Potter, and the lyrics show the inner life of young wizards. The themes of friendship, bullying, and adventure are prevalent, and it accurately portrays the emotions that come with starting a new phase of life.
Line by Line Meaning
Couldn't wait to ditch these muggle clothes
Excited to leave behind muggle-life for Hogwarts, to be part of wizarding world
So I slipped on my new school robes
Putting on robes as an entry to new world, new identity, new journey
From this day on
Starting a new chapter in life, leaving old identity behind
I'm on my own, and I am in control
Taking charge of the journey, excited for the independence and adventure
I spotted Lily as I crossed the train
Meeting new friends, bonding over the journey and excitement ahead
Her face pressed against the windowpane
Eagerly looking at Hogwarts, eager to start magical studies
She seemed upset
But even with the anticipation, there can be anxiety and concern
But all I could think is are we there yet?
So eager to get started that anxiety was not even a consideration
This is it
The moment that has been anticipated for years has finally arrived
We're off to Hogwarts
Leaving the mundane for the magical, embarking on the journey
And you'd better be
Assuming that the friend will be in the same house, same experience, same journey
In Slytherin with me
Ready to join the house with ambition, cunning and loyalty
We're finally going
Excitement is overflowing, but with an air of finality
It's been eleven years
Anticipation has been building for more than a decade
And now we're finally here
The dream has become a reality
When I thought everything would be okay
Confidence that the new world would be perfect, without problems
Two jerks set out to ruin my day
Encountering conflict and bullying in the new world, navigating negative experiences
How wrong I was
Realization that the new journey includes ups and downs, not just perfection
To think everything would be perfect now
Assuming that magical world was without the problems of muggle world
But Lily spoke up and stood up for me
Grateful for friends who stick up for each other, finding allies in difficult situations
She grabbed my arm and said that we should leave
Supportive friends who take action, stand by each other, and advocate for each other
James and Sirius
Multiple negative forces present in magical world, not just one
Tried to trip me and yelled 'See ya Snivellus!'
Verbal and physical bullying experienced in the new world, navigating conflict
Repeat chords, instrumental
A moment of pause to reflect in the middle of a fast-paced experience, allowing time for introspection
This is it
Reiterating the importance and significance of the moment
We're here at Hogwarts
Arriving at destination, impressed by the grandeur and glory of the school
And instead you're stuck
Disappointed that friend ended up in different house, still grateful to have each other
In Gryffindor with them
Acknowledging the bravery and daring that is also a part of the magical experience, even if it's not the preferred house
I'm gonna miss you
Realizing that as much as the journey is individual, it is shared with friends, and parting is a bittersweet experience
But I'll see you around
Anticipating running into each other, staying in touch, remaining friends and allies
And I hope that we'll stay friends
An acknowledgement that although the journey is new and embarked upon independently, friendship remains important
Contributed by Audrey O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
acepunks
My favorite thing about your music is not how good it is (even though it is amazing), but it's how much fun you seem to have making it. it looks like you are enjoying yourself so much, and I'm glad that you get to do something all the time that makes you this happy.
saffodils
I almost cried at that last bit. What I like about your songs is that they can be cute and funny and still emotionally moving. Thank you for making them.
Alex Dahlberry
Absolutely LOVE this song. It makes me feel so good, and when I start my day with listening to it, it's always a brighter day :D
asphodel-draconis
This is so great, and what makes it even better is how you look like you are enjoying yourself so much whenever you sing. Seeing you live at LeakyCon London shows this even more, you completely made my LeakyCon amazing, thank you!!
Desi Gee
Lauren, this album has kept the magic of Harry Potter alive since you released it. Thank you.
feasible
This song is so damn fun. And it's one that, apart from the obvious contextual meaning, has a very universal feeling of wanting to escape that I relate to.
NicoleAcedIt
As always, you manage to make me smile with your music. Meeting you at Leaky Portland this year was incredible, and it was totally worth diving under a stair railing to get your autograph. <3
TalmaesWorld
I love this song SO much! :') Thankyou for the words and music you bring to the world, this has made my day <3
Libbathena
Such a beautiful song and it made me so sad! Poor Severus...
Ashley Garcia
I first heard you when you played at LeakyCon in Orlando and immediately bought your album. I love every song :)