After the Pharrell video went viral, several different record labels tried to sign Rogers. She ended up negotiating a contract with Capitol Records where "she licenses her music to them through her own imprint, Debay Sounds." As a result, she has more control over her sound and image than many artists at a similar place in their music careers.
Rogers's EP, Now That the Light Is Fading, was released on February 17, 2017. She released her major-label debut album, Heard It In a Past Life, in January 2019. The album debuted at number two on the US Billboard 200.
She made her television debut on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on February 15, 2017, Saturday Night Live debut on November 3, 2018 and Today Show debut on July 12, 2019.
She cites Carrie Brownstein, Patti Smith, Kim Gordon, and Björk as her musical inspirations, while prominent singers Brandi Carlile and Sharon Van Etten - who she calls her "musical big sisters" - have become mentors. She also mentioned in her initial conversation with Williams that she has synesthesia, a benign condition where one or more senses is perceived at once. In her case, she is able to perceive colours as a response to hearing music.
Kids Like Us
Maggie Rogers Lyrics
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And it'll be the day I've waited for
Mom will bake cake and there'll be presents
Like there always was before
But if time keeps moving just like this
Then it won't be soon before I'm old
And they will all be wishing they
And they will all be wishing they
Could just be kids like us
But I'm getting older with each day
And soon I'll be wishing too
And on the eve of my fifth birthday
When my father found me in tears
And I've always been fearless
But scared of oncoming years
And he tried to make it alright
And he told me not to cry
And they will all be wishing they
Could just be kids like us
And they will all be wishing they
Could just be kids like us
But I'm getting older with each day
And soon I'll be wishing too
It's easy to remember
When everything was calm
With two hands on my bike I rode
Just me and my mom
But I haven't rode in a long while
Because I drive most of the time
And they will all be wishing they
Could just be kids like us
And they will all be wishing they
Could just be kids like us
But I'm getting older with each day
And soon I'll be wishing too
And soon I'll be wishing too
The lyrics to Maggie Rogers's song "Kids Like Us" evoke a sense of nostalgia and reflection on the passage of time. The opening lines convey the anticipation and excitement of turning eighteen, a milestone often associated with coming of age. The singer describes the familiar rituals of birthday celebrations, with her mother baking a cake and presents as a customary part of the occasion. However, there is a realization that time is ticking away quickly, and the fear of growing old slowly creeps in. The lyrics suggest that as time passes, the desire to hold on to the innocence and carefree nature of childhood intensifies.
The second verse delves deeper into the singer's memories, specifically a moment from her fifth birthday when she was found in tears. Despite her usual fearlessness, she was fearful of what the future held. Her father attempted to comfort her, telling her not to cry, perhaps offering reassurance in the face of growing up. Again, the lyrics reveal the longing to hold on to the simplicity and joy of childhood, which seems to fade as adulthood approaches.
The chorus serves as a bridge between the verses, where the singer imagines others longing to be "kids like us." This line suggests that the universal desire to regain the innocence and freedom of youth, to be unburdened by the responsibilities and complexities of adulthood, is a sentiment shared by many. However, she acknowledges that she herself is also getting older with each passing day and will soon be wishing for the same.
Overall, "Kids Like Us" by Maggie Rogers captures the bittersweet feeling of growing up, the longing to hold on to precious memories and the sense of loss as time moves forward.
Line by Line Meaning
And I'll turn eighteen on a Sunday
I will reach eighteen years of age on a specific day of the week
And it'll be the day I've waited for
This day will fulfill my long-awaited expectations
Mom will bake cake and there'll be presents
My mother will prepare a cake and there will be gifts
Like there always was before
Just like it happened in the past
But if time keeps moving just like this
If time continues its current progression
Then it won't be soon before I'm old
It will not take long before I become old
And they will all be wishing they
Could just be kids like us
Others will desire to be carefree like us
But I'm getting older with each day
However, I am gradually aging as time passes
And soon I'll be wishing too
Eventually, I will also desire to be young again
And on the eve of my fifth birthday
The night before my fifth birthday
When my father found me in tears
When my father discovered me crying
And I've always been fearless
I have consistently lacked fear
But scared of oncoming years
Yet afraid of the approaching future
And he tried to make it alright
He attempted to make things better
And he told me not to cry
He advised me not to shed tears
It's easy to remember
It is simple to recollect
When everything was calm
During a time of tranquility
With two hands on my bike I rode
I rode my bicycle with both hands on the handlebars
Just me and my mom
Only my mother and I
But I haven't rode in a long while
However, I haven't ridden for a considerable amount of time
Because I drive most of the time
Since I primarily use a car for transportation
And soon I'll be wishing too
And before long, I will also desire the same
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: MAGGIE ROGERS
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Milena Sicupira
[Verse 1]
And I'll turn eighteen on a Sunday
And it'll be the day I've waited for
Mom will bake cake and there'll be presents
Like there always was before
But if time keeps moving just like this
Then it won't be soon before I'm old
[Chorus 1]
And they will all be wishing they could just be kids like us
And they will all be wishing they could just be kids like us
But I'm getting older with each day
And soon I'll be wishing too
[Verse 2]
And on the eve of my fifth birthday
When my father found me in tears
And I've always been fearless
But scared of oncoming years
And he tried to make it alright
And he told me not to cry
[Chorus 1]
And they will all be wishing they could just be kids like us
And they will all be wishing they could just be kids like us
But I'm getting older with each day
And soon I'll be wishing too
Milena Sicupira
[Verse 1]
And I'll turn eighteen on a Sunday
And it'll be the day I've waited for
Mom will bake cake and there'll be presents
Like there always was before
But if time keeps moving just like this
Then it won't be soon before I'm old
[Chorus 1]
And they will all be wishing they could just be kids like us
And they will all be wishing they could just be kids like us
But I'm getting older with each day
And soon I'll be wishing too
[Verse 2]
And on the eve of my fifth birthday
When my father found me in tears
And I've always been fearless
But scared of oncoming years
And he tried to make it alright
And he told me not to cry
[Chorus 1]
And they will all be wishing they could just be kids like us
And they will all be wishing they could just be kids like us
But I'm getting older with each day
And soon I'll be wishing too
Maggie Rogers
Thanks for all the love and support. Seriously blown away by the love from all of you❤ Thank you all❤️
almond milk is bae
this song is so beautiful, raw and moving; the emotions it surfaces are so genuine and resonate with the fears of growing up, passage of years and change. thank you so much for this poignant and authentic album xx 🥺🥰
Cheri JB
you have such a nostalgic old soul sound. Your earthy sounds fill me with wonder and curiosity and connection to myself - thank you for your music Maggie
Maggie Rogers
Thanks for all the love and support. Seriously blown away by the love from all of you❤ Thank you all❤️
Julia Simons
I love you so much, currently crying to this song.
this entire album is a gift that keeps on giving.
please keep making music, you're a prodigy.
Maggie Rogers
@Julia Simons This platform was created to reach out to fans and you seem like a nice person. Ill Love to keep in touch and it's possible on email, would you like to?
Julia Simons
@Maggie Rogers new york
Maggie Rogers
@Julia Simons Blown away by your love and support, you are loved as well, you seem to be a great fan. Where are you from?
Julia Simons
@Maggie Rogers death