Together We'll Ring In the New Year
Motion City Soundtrack Lyrics
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Welcome to the new year
The drinks were consumed
The plants were destroyed and the hor'deurves dismantled
I'm not smiling behind this fake veneer
I am often interrupted or completely ignored
But most of all I'm bored
Lackluster and full of contempts when it always ends the same
Why won't you listen to me
Why did I come
Oh why did I come here
These humans all suck
I'd rather be home feeling violent and lonely
I'm not trying to sound so insincere
But the postcard that's taped to the freezer reads "wish you were here"
How I wish I could disappear
I'm trying to find out if my words have any meaning
Lackluster and full of contempts and it always ends the same
Heads up
Damage control
There's a ring around her finger
Last chance for changing lanes and you missed it by a mile
Why won't you listen to me
This must be it
Welcome to the new year
The lyrics of "Together We'll Ring In the New Year" by Motion City Soundtrack explore the emotions of the singer as they enter the new year. The opening lines of the song depict a scene of chaos and destruction, where the drinks have been consumed, plants have been destroyed, and hor'deurves have been dismantled, suggesting a lack of self-control and discipline. The singer reveals that behind their fake veneer of happiness, they are actually bored and feel ignored by others. They express their frustration at their words being ignored and not taken seriously, and their lack of enthusiasm for the festivities around them. The postcard on the freezer that reads "wish you were here" reveals the singer's longing for someone who is not present and their desire to escape the situation they're in.
The chorus of the song repeats the line "trying to find out if my words have any meaning," highlighting the singer's existential crisis and their questioning of their own significance. They feel that their words are lackluster and full of contempt, and their interactions with others always end up being the same, making them feel stuck and hopeless. The bridge of the song introduces a new perspective, where the singer mentions "damage control" and how there's a ring around someone's finger, implying a failed relationship or a missed opportunity.
Overall, the song "Together We'll Ring In the New Year" deals with themes of boredom, loneliness, and self-doubt, and questions the significance of words and relationships in the face of the chaos and destruction of the new year.
Line by Line Meaning
This must be it
The realization that the new year has arrived and it's time to start fresh.
Welcome to the new year
Greeting to the new year with enthusiasm and hope for what it may bring.
The drinks were consumed
People have already started enjoying the celebration with drinks.
The plants were destroyed and the hor'deurves dismantled
The party is going wild and people are recklessly damaging things.
I'm not smiling behind this fake veneer
The artist is not really happy or genuine, pretending to be something they are not.
I am often interrupted or completely ignored
The singer feels neglected and neglected despite trying to express themselves.
But most of all I'm bored
The singer is fed up with the monotony of the situation and seeks some excitement.
I'm trying to find out if my words have any meaning
The artist seeks validation and recognition for their opinions and ideas.
Lackluster and full of contempts when it always ends the same
The artist is disappointed that despite their efforts, the outcome always turns out to be unsatisfactory and unfulfilling.
Why won't you listen to me
The artist is frustrated with not being heard or understood by others.
Why did I come
The singer is questioning why they even bothered to attend this event.
Oh why did I come here
The artist's regret and dissatisfaction with their decision to attend the event.
These humans all suck
The singer is making a sarcastic comment about the unpleasant behavior of the people around them.
I'd rather be home feeling violent and lonely
The singer prefers to be isolated and angry instead of being surrounded by obnoxious people.
I'm not trying to sound so insincere
The singer is asserting that their feelings are genuine and honest.
But the postcard that's taped to the freezer reads "wish you were here"
The artist misses someone who is not present and is using the postcard as a way of expressing that sentiment.
How I wish I could disappear
The artist desires to escape from this unpleasant situation.
Heads up
A warning to pay attention.
Damage control
The need to contain and fix the damage caused by the reckless behavior of people.
There's a ring around her finger
Someone is engaged or married, possibly causing jealousy or heartache in the artist.
Last chance for changing lanes and you missed it by a mile
An opportunity for a fresh start was missed by a long shot.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: JESSE MACK JOHNSON, JOSHUA ALLEN CAIN, JUSTIN COURTNEY PIERRE, MATTHEW SCOTT TAYLOR, TONY RICHARD THAXTON
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Entropy Law
This must be it.
Welcome to the new year.
The drinks were consumed,
the plants were destroyed,
and the hors d'oeuvres dismantled.
I'm not smiling
behind this fake veneer.
I am often interrupted
or completely ignored,
but most of all I'm bored.
I'm trying to find out
if my words have any meaning.
Lackluster and full of contempt
when it always ends the same.
Why won't she listen to me?
Why did I come?
Oh, why did I come here?
These humans all suck.
I'd rather be home
feeling violent and lonely.
I'm not trying to sound so insincere,
but the postcard that's taped to the freezer reads:
"Wish you were here."
How I wish I could disappear.
I'm trying to find out
if my words have any meaning.
Lackluster and full of contempt
when it always ends the same.
Heads up Damage Control,
there's a ring around her finger.
Last chance for changing lanes,
and you missed it by a mile.
Why won't she listen to me?
This must be it.
Welcome to the new year.
KiDisaster
I've listened to this album pretty much every NYE since it came out when I was in high school. Always brings back memories, some bitter some sweet. Love this band, glad they're back even if it's just for a tour. Happy 2020 everyone.
KiDisaster
Two years later, another spin of this album. Had no idea what 2020 was bringing when I posted this. It's been hard, but I'm still here. If you're reading this I hope you and your loved ones are safe and healthy. For those of you who've lost someone, I'm truly sorry. Here's hoping things start to look up in 2022. Happy new year everyone.
GaloDesa
I share this every year 🙌🙏
Entropy Law
This must be it.
Welcome to the new year.
The drinks were consumed,
the plants were destroyed,
and the hors d'oeuvres dismantled.
I'm not smiling
behind this fake veneer.
I am often interrupted
or completely ignored,
but most of all I'm bored.
I'm trying to find out
if my words have any meaning.
Lackluster and full of contempt
when it always ends the same.
Why won't she listen to me?
Why did I come?
Oh, why did I come here?
These humans all suck.
I'd rather be home
feeling violent and lonely.
I'm not trying to sound so insincere,
but the postcard that's taped to the freezer reads:
"Wish you were here."
How I wish I could disappear.
I'm trying to find out
if my words have any meaning.
Lackluster and full of contempt
when it always ends the same.
Heads up Damage Control,
there's a ring around her finger.
Last chance for changing lanes,
and you missed it by a mile.
Why won't she listen to me?
This must be it.
Welcome to the new year.
An Effortless Smile
Well, a bit late, but, here's to the new year.
Lazed Donut
Hell yeah.
Felipe
here for it
Dunnplayin
Happy New Year whoever sees this
Wafer 6866
Happy new year
yeeyee.Damian
New decade