Strangers
Mt Joy Lyrics
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Ride through New York City like I'm famous
And if our lives don't work then we can change 'em
Lord knows we'll change, love will rearrange us, like
If you want freedom, you better free someone
Better not run when I'm hanging on, like
If you want freedom, you better free someone
'Cause I am over you, I am over you
And I am over you, I am over you
I am over you, and I am over you
Flesh wound, little flesh wound
I guess I'll have to fall in love with strangers
Go ride through New York City like I'm famous
And I did not want our love to be erased, but
Lord knows we chased it, love just rearranged us
I'm everything I thought I was, even if I don't have much
My blue side, my fire eyes, my heart keeps me in the fight, like
If you want freedom, you better free someone
Better not run when I'm blind
'Cause I am over you, I am over you
And I am over you, I am over you
I am over you, and I am over you
Flesh wound, little flesh wound
Solo, other side now
I will be alright
Solo, other side now
I will be alright
I guess I'll have to fall in love with strangers
Go ride through New York City like I'm famous
And I did not want our love to be erased, but
Lord knows we chased it, love just rearranged us
The song "Strangers" by Mt Joy is about moving on and finding new love after a breakup. The opening line "Well I guess I'll have to fall in love with strangers" signifies the singer's willingness to start fresh and not hold onto the past. The line "Ride through New York City like I'm famous" suggests a desire for adventure and excitement in this new chapter.
The chorus emphasizes the thematic concept of freedom and change. The line "If you want freedom, you better free someone" could be interpreted as freeing oneself from emotional baggage and unhealthy relationships. The repeated refrain "I am over you" is a declaration of independence and a refusal to be held back by old feelings.
The song ends on a hopeful note, with the line "I will be alright" repeated. Despite the pain of the breakup, the singer is optimistic about their future and the possibility of finding love again.
Overall, "Strangers" is a song about finding the courage to move on and embrace the unknown.
Line by Line Meaning
Well I guess I'll have to fall in love with strangers
I have to let go of my past love and try to fall in love with someone new
Ride through New York City like I'm famous
To feel free and alive, to enjoy the moment
And if our lives don't work then we can change 'em
If things don't work out, we have the power to change our lives for the better
Lord knows we'll change, love will rearrange us, like
Love has the power to change and transform us in ways we never expected
If you want freedom, you better free someone
True freedom comes from liberating others, not just ourselves
Better not run when I'm hanging on, like
Don't leave me hanging on when I need you the most
'Cause I am over you, I am over you
I am done with our past relationship and ready to move on
Flesh wound, little flesh wound
I may be hurt, but I can heal and move on
And I did not want our love to be erased, but
I didn't want our love to end, but it had to for me to grow
Lord knows we chased it, love just rearranged us
Our pursuit of love changed and transformed us into who we are today
Solo, other side now
I am on my own now, but I'm ready for a new beginning
I will be alright
Everything will be okay in the end
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Jacquelyn Miclau, James Cooper, Matthew Quinn
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Lyrics (copied from AZ Lyrics)
Well I guess I'll have to fall in love with strangers
Go ride through New York City like I'm famous
And if our lives don't work then we can change 'em
Lord knows we'll change, love will rearrange us, like
If you want freedom, you better free someone
Better not run when I'm hanging on, like
If you want freedom, you better free someone
Better not run when I'm blind
Cause I am over you, I am over you
And I am over you, I am over you
I am over you, and I am over you
Flesh wound, little flesh wound
I guess I'll have to fall in love with strangers
Go ride through New York City like I'm famous
And I did not want our love to be erased, but
Lord knows we chased it, love just rearranged us
I'm everything I thought I was, even if I don't have much
My blue side, my fire eyes, my heart keeps me in the fight, like
If you want freedom, you better free someone
Better not run when I'm blind
Cause I am over you, I am over you
And I am over you, I am over you
I am over you, and I am over you
Flesh wound, little flesh wound
Solo, other side now
I will be alright
Solo, other side now
I will be alright
I guess I'll have to fall in love with strangers
Go ride through New York City like I'm famous
And I did not want our love to be erased, but
Lord knows we chased it, love just rearranged us
Eliza Waters
Hey, I just want you to know I've listened to this song probably a thousand times now. It makes me feel infinitely better about life. So thanks for that Mt Joy. This song is an absolute gift.
kratos azar
Damn I love this song !
Ryan Boyle
Incredibly creative as usual. MTJ never stops impressing me. The sky is the limit when you’re this talented
Scott Drebsky
The music the world needs but doesn’t deserve🙌
gafnyms F
True
icandreamstream
I've been waiting for this music video since the song release, 100% worth the wait. You guys stuck to your roots and managed to do something super unique, yet it still hit me right in the feels. I teared up a little.
Meri
In love with this song since it was released, and the music video is bomb and on point. Mt Joy are my favorite band ever. I love the fact that their music has always a good message to send. Hope they'll get the attention and recognition they deserve and keep the same art they're releasing now. And I hope I will hear these musics live some day.
Todd Berman
What I love about the band, is that they didn’t start out to be a band. Solid songs with great musicianship and a strong social conscience without ego.
JP Yes I am
Me gusta esta canción, y el vídeo muy original, felicidades !!
Joey
I’ve listen to the Album a 1000 times. It’s a masterpiece. I’ve changed my favorite song so many times. Become is my favorite now. I wish nothing but good vibes and the best of luck to y’all.