Traffic Lights
LenÃ¡ Lyrics

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How long will it take?
Have I got time for a shower?
You could jump on the blue line
Take a bus from the station
And I'll meet you out there
Get a drink if that's alright

Don't care what we do

'Cause the night is ours
As long as we do
What we're doing for hours
How long will it take?
Have I got time for a shower?
You could jump on the blue line

I could wait all night, -ight, -ight, I
I could wait all night, -ight, -ight, I

I hope that the traffic lights don't change
Keeping me away from you
I hope that the traffic lights don't change
Wherever I lose
And I hope that you're
Gonna get there soon
I hope that the traffic lights don't change
Keeping me away from you

It's cold outside
I've been waiting for an hour
But it's feeling like forever
I put my best dress on
With a low-cut top
Got some new shoes on and sweater

And every passing car leaves me wondering
Did you treat me wrong?
Whats happening?
I hear the driver say
"Go the other way
And look for something better"

I hope that the traffic lights don't change
Keeping me away from you
I hope that the traffic lights don't change
Wherever I lose
And I hope that you're
Gonna get there soon
I hope that the traffic lights don't change
Keeping me away from you

I could wait all night, -ight, -ight, I
I could wait all night, -ight, -ight, I
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I hope that the traffic lights don't change
Keeping me away from you
I hope that the traffic lights don't change
Wherever I lose
And I hope that you're
Gonna get there soon

I hope that the traffic lights don't change
Keeping me away from you

Overall Meaning

The song "Traffic Lights" by Lená captures the anticipation and longing for a reunion with a loved one. The lyrics convey a sense of urgency and impatience as the singer wonders how long it will take for their partner to arrive. The mention of getting a drink and not caring what they do suggests a carefree attitude and a willingness to simply enjoy each other's company in the moment.

The repetition of the line "I could wait all night" emphasizes the willingness of the singer to wait patiently for their loved one to arrive, underscoring their dedication and commitment to the relationship. The mention of the blue line and buses from the station adds a touch of realism, grounding the narrative in everyday life and the practicalities of waiting for someone.

The chorus brings forth a sense of frustration and yearning, with the singer hoping that the traffic lights won't hinder their reunion with their partner. The repetition of this hope reflects the anxiety and longing to be reunited with their loved one. The cold weather, long wait, and uncertainty portrayed in the second verse further emphasize the theme of separation and yearning for connection.

The overall mood of the song is one of anticipation, longing, and hope. The imagery of traffic lights symbolizes the obstacles and delays that can come between two people, mirroring the emotional distance and longing to be together. The repeated refrain of waiting all night conveys both the dedication and the enduring love the singer has for their partner, despite the obstacles in their path.

Line by Line Meaning

How long will it take?
Wondering about the time it will take

Have I got time for a shower?
Questioning if there's enough time for a shower

You could jump on the blue line
Suggesting a transportation option

Take a bus from the station
Instructions for travel

And I'll meet you out there
Plan to meet at a specific location

Get a drink if that's alright
Suggestion to have a drink together

Don't care what we do
Being open to any choice of activity

'Cause the night is ours
Indicating a sense of freedom for the night

As long as we do
Emphasizing the enjoyment of the activity

What we're doing for hours
Highlighting the length of time spent together

I could wait all night, -ight, -ight, I
Willingness to patiently wait

I hope that the traffic lights don't change
Wishing to arrive at the destination without delay

Keeping me away from you
Expressing the desire to be together

Wherever I lose
Concern about getting lost on the way

And I hope that you're
Anticipating the other person's arrival

Gonna get there soon
Expecting a prompt arrival

It's cold outside
Description of the weather condition

I've been waiting for an hour
Enduring a long wait

But it's feeling like forever
Subjective experience of time

I put my best dress on
Dressing up for the occasion

With a low-cut top
Detailing the outfit

Got some new shoes on and sweater
Mentioning the clothing items

And every passing car leaves me wondering
Triggering reflection on the situation

Did you treat me wrong?
Questioning the other person's behavior

What's happening?
Seeking clarification on the circumstances

I hear the driver say
Listening to external voices

"Go the other way
Directional instruction

And look for something better"
Encouragement to seek improvement

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network, SONGS OF MEDIA CREATURE
Written by: ALEX (GB 2) JAMES, HAYLEY AITKEN, HARRY SOMMERDAHL

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