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Waiting for the Light to Change
Luke Lalonde Lyrics
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To every car that goes by
Every car that goes by
I spit on the ground
Put my hands in my pockets
Trying to keep warm
The cold sun hits my eyes
Waiting for the light to change
Waiting for the light to change
Ch-chain, ch-chain, ch-chain, ch-change, uh huh
Well I never did much dig the morning
When the sun poured in my window and woke me awake
Hugging my pillow with my eyes shut tight
Trying to block it out
Trying to feel okay
Trying to feel okay
Just waiting for the light to change
Waiting for the light to change
Waiting for the light to change
Ch-chain, ch-chain, ch-chain, ch-change, uh huh
But the light won't change while you hide away
No it's always gonna burn out in the same old place
You always get mad at a world you can't face
Always in a mess that you can't arrange
One more
Singer stuck on stage
With a spot light pointed at his sunken face
Words just won't come out
Wishing for a window or a trap door below him just to open up
Get himself out
Get out
He's waiting for the light to change
Waiting for the light to change
Waiting for the light to change
Ch-chain, ch-chain, ch-chain, ch-change, uh huh
The lyrics to Luke Lalonde's song "Waiting for the Light to Change" depict a sense of discontent and frustration with the mundane and unchanging aspects of life. The character in the song stands on the corner, visibly dissatisfied with every passing car, perhaps symbolizing the monotony and repetitive nature of everyday life. The act of spitting on the ground and putting hands in pockets could be representative of a rebellious attitude or a desire to create some kind of disruption.
The mention of the cold sun hitting the character's eyes can be seen as a juxtaposition of discomfort, where even the natural beauty of sunlight becomes bothersome in the mindset of waiting for change. The repetition of "waiting for the light to change" emphasizes a desire for something different, a break from the monotonous routine. The use of the word "ch-change" adds a playful and rhythmic element to the lyrics, creating a catchy and memorable chorus.
The second verse introduces a personal account of the singer's struggle with mornings and the intrusion of sunlight. The act of hugging a pillow with eyes shut tight signifies a reluctance to face reality and a desire to escape the day ahead. The repetition of "trying to feel okay" suggests a consistent struggle with finding contentment in the present situation.
The bridge shifts the focus to a singer stuck on stage, feeling trapped by the spotlight and unable to express themselves through their music. The longing for a window or a trap door represents a longing for escape, a way out of the current predicament. This could be interpreted as a broader metaphor for feeling trapped in one's own circumstances, unable to break free and make a change.
Overall, the lyrics of "Waiting for the Light to Change" explore themes of discontent, frustration, and a longing for change. The repetition of phrases and the playful "ch-change" create a memorable and catchy chorus, while the verses provide glimpses into different aspects of dissatisfaction with life.
Line by Line Meaning
Standing on the corner giving the stink eye
I stand on the street corner, expressing my disapproval
To every car that goes by
towards each passing vehicle.
Every car that goes by
Regardless of every vehicle.
I spit on the ground
I forcefully expel saliva onto the pavement
Put my hands in my pockets
I position my hands within my pockets
Trying to keep warm
Attempting to maintain warmth
The cold sun hits my eyes
The frigid sunlight strikes my eyes
I'm waiting for the light to change
I am anticipating the alteration of traffic signals
Waiting for the light to change
Anticipating the transformation of the light signal
Waiting for the light to change
Postponing until the light signal alters
Ch-chain, ch-chain, ch-chain, ch-change, uh huh
Emphasizing the repetition, similar to the sound of a chain
Well I never did much dig the morning
Personally, I have never been fond of mornings
When the sun poured in my window and woke me awake
When sunlight poured through my window, awakening me abruptly
Hugging my pillow with my eyes shut tight
Embracing my pillow while closing my eyes firmly
Trying to block it out
Attempting to exclude it from my consciousness
Trying to feel okay
Struggling to achieve a state of well-being
Just waiting for the light to change
Merely waiting for the alteration of the light signal
Waiting for the light to change
Anticipating the modification of the light signal
Waiting for the light to change
Postponing until the light signal alters
Ch-chain, ch-chain, ch-chain, ch-change, uh huh
Emphasizing the repetition, similar to the sound of a chain
But the light won't change while you hide away
However, the light signal will not transform as long as you remain concealed
No it's always gonna burn out in the same old place
Rather, it will eventually extinguish at its usual location
You always get mad at a world you can't face
Consistently becoming enraged at a world you cannot confront
Always in a mess that you can't arrange
Perpetually tangled in chaos you cannot organize
One more
Additionally
Singer stuck on stage
Vocalist trapped on the stage
With a spot light pointed at his sunken face
Illuminated by a spotlight directed towards their gaunt countenance
Words just won't come out
Words refuse to escape
Wishing for a window or a trap door below him just to open up
Desiring an opened window or trap door beneath them
Get himself out
To extricate oneself
Get out
Escape
He's waiting for the light to change
The vocalist patiently waits for the transformation of the light signal
Waiting for the light to change
Anticipating the modification of the light signal
Waiting for the light to change
Postponing until the light signal alters
Ch-chain, ch-chain, ch-chain, ch-change, uh huh
Emphasizing the repetition, similar to the sound of a chain
Lyrics © WARP MUSIC LIMITED
Written by: Luke Michael Charles Lalonde
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Anthony Marion
Killer song!! Vocal mix makes me want this on vinyl
Kara K
Nice! This has some Lou Reed essence to it! I always love everything you make solo and with the Born Ruffians.
RickyJohnson81
The whole album is absolutely perfect. Another #FrontToBack. Well done Luke. When you coming to Seattle? Also, feel free to steal my music!