Larger Than Life
NKOTBSB Lyrics


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I may run and hide
When you're screamin' my name, alright
But let me tell you now
There are prices to fame, alright
All of our time spent in flashes of light

All you people can't you see, can't you see
How your love's affecting our reality
Every time we're down
You can make it right
And that makes you larger than life

Looking at the crowd
And I see your body sway, c'mon
Wishin' I could thank you in a different way, c'mon
'Cause all of your time spent keeps us alive

All you people can't you see, can't you see
How your love's affecting our reality
Every time we're down
You can make it right
And that makes you larger than life

All of your time spent keeps us alive

All you people can't you see, can't you see
How your love's affecting our reality
Every time we're down
You can make it right
And that makes you larger than life

Yeah, every time we're down
Yeah, you can make it right
Yeah, and that's what makes you larger than life

All you people can't you see, can't you see
How your love's affecting our reality
Every time we're down
You can make it right
And that makes you larger




That makes you larger
That makes you larger than life

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of NKOTBSB's song Larger Than Life are an expression of the complex relationship between celebrities and their fans. While the chorus repeatedly recognizes the impact that fans have on celebrities' lives, the opening verses reveal the price of fame that these artists often pay. The lyrics "I may run and hide, when you're screaming my name," refer to the overwhelming nature of fame and the need for artists to sometimes distance themselves from their celebrity status. Despite this wariness, the lyrics suggest that the adoration from fans is what drives these celebrities, even to the point of keeping them alive. The lines "All of our time spent, in flashes of light," symbolize the fleeting nature of fame, as well as the intense spotlight that illuminates the lives of celebrities.


The chorus of the song speaks directly to the fans, acknowledging the power they hold in affecting the reality of their idols. The lyrics "How your love's affecting our reality, Every time we're down, You can make it right," emphasizes the emotional support that fans provide the celebrities. The repeated phrase "larger than life" reinforces the idea that these fans hold an elevated status in the lives of their idols.


Overall, the song expresses a complex interplay between the celebrity and their fans, recognizing the pressures and rewards associated with fame. The lyrics encourage a symbiotic relationship, where fandom is not just about adoration, but also understanding and support.


Line by Line Meaning

I may run and hide
Sometimes I feel overwhelmed and want to retreat from the attention and pressure of fame


When you're screamin' my name, alright
When fans are calling out and showing excitement for me


But let me tell you now
I want to make something clear


There are prices to fame, alright
Being famous comes with its own set of challenges and difficulties


All of our time spent in flashes of light
Our lives as celebrities are often lived in the public eye, with cameras flashing and capturing every moment


All you people can't you see, can't you see
Fans, please understand


How your love's affecting our reality
The support and attention from fans impacts our daily lives and experiences


Every time we're down
During difficult times or moments of struggle


You can make it right
Fan support and encouragement can lift us up and help us overcome challenges


And that makes you larger than life
The impact that fans have on us is larger than just a casual or passing interest


Looking at the crowd
Observing the audience


And I see your body sway, c'mon
Noticing the physical response of fans to our music and performance


Wishin' I could thank you in a different way, c'mon
Expressing gratitude for fan support and wishing there were more meaningful ways to show appreciation


'Cause all of your time spent keeps us alive
Fans' interest and devotion are what keep us motivated and continuing to make music


Yeah, and that's what makes you larger than life
Once again emphasizing the profound impact that fans have on our lives and experiences




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Littrell Brian, Lundin Kristian, Martin Max, Yuuko Ebine

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