Although a well known band in Provo, the band didn't receive nationwide exposure until late 2008 when they were chosen as openers for several of The Killers' North American tour dates. Not long after, the band was signed by major record label Mercury Records in early 2009. Additionally, the group was voted Band of the Year in 2009 by City Weekly, a popular Salt Lake City publication. Although they had several prior independent releases, the band released its debut album at Mercury/Def Jam, Habits, on March 16, 2010, with "Animal" as its lead single. The band performed "Animal" during their March 23, 2010 appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live! and the band toured opening for 30 Seconds To Mars and Mutemath throughout the Spring of 2010.
"Everybody Talk" was the first single from their sophomore album Picture Show. The single was released to Alternative Radio on December 7, 2011 and made available to digital retailers via Mercury Records on December 20, 2011. (Everybody Talks Songfacts)
Still Young
Neon Trees Lyrics
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Love is a game that we could play
Even only for today
I don’t wanna lose you
We’ve been apart for far too long
Now we only have a song
Let the music move you
That never left a part of you
I wish I could be everything you wanted
But I’m still young
Wide-eyed and hopeless
Yeah I’m still young
I want your devotion to this
Can we kiss like we do in my head
Can we dance like we do on my bed
Oh, like we’re still young
Love is a loss that we incur
When we gamble with the world
I don't wanna lose you
I feel my life has just begun
I can hear you singalong
Now the music's in you
There was a part of me
That never left a part of you
I wish I could be everything you wanted
But I’m still young
Wide-eyed and hopeless
Yeah I’m still young
I want your devotion to this
Can we kiss like we do in my head
Can we dance like we do on my bed
Oh, like were still young
Baby don’t you cry
I won’t tell you lies
I’ll just sit and sing you lullabies, lullabies
Baby don’t you cry
I won’t tell you lies
I’ll just sit and sing you lullabies
'Cause I’m still young
Wide eyed and hopeless
Yeah I’m still young
I want your devotion to this
Can we kiss like we do in my head
Can we dance like we do on my bed
Oh, like we’re still young, young, young (wide-eyed and hopeless)
Young, young, young, young (I want your devotion to this)
In the song "Still Young" by Neon Trees, the singer reflects on the ups and downs of love and how it can feel like a high stakes game at times. Despite the risks, the singer is ready to take a chance and pursue love with the person they've been separated from for too long. The chorus repeats the phrase "I'm still young," emphasizing the singer's hopefulness and eagerness to make things work. They want their partner's undivided attention and commitment to the relationship.
The lyrics also touch on the theme of nostalgia and the desire to relive moments from the past when they were "still young." The singer wants to recapture the passion and excitement of their relationship, to kiss and dance "like we do in my head." The song appears to end on a hopeful note, with the singer promising to be truthful and trustworthy, and singing lullabies for comfort.
Overall, "Still Young" is a mixed bag of emotions about love, youthful optimism, and the longing to rediscover past moments of intimacy.
Line by Line Meaning
Love is a game that we could play
Love is something that can be fun and exciting, and we can choose to participate in it.
Even only for today
Even if our time together is short, we can still enjoy it and make the most of it.
I don’t wanna lose you
I value the connection we have and I do not want it to end.
We’ve been apart for far too long
We have not been together for a significant amount of time, and it's been difficult being apart.
Now we only have a song
The only thing connecting us currently is this song, and the emotions it brings up.
Let the music move you
Let yourself be carried away by the emotions of the music, and how it makes you feel.
There was a part of me
That never left a part of you
We still have a connection and a piece of each other, even after being apart for so long.
I wish I could be everything you wanted
I wish I could meet all of your expectations and desires for what you want in a partner or relationship.
But I’m still young
Wide-eyed and hopeless
I'm still learning and growing, and have optimism and enthusiasm for the future. But, perhaps quite naively.
Yeah I’m still young
I want your devotion to this
Even though I'm young and perhaps inexperienced, I want us to both be dedicated to the relationship and making it work.
Can we kiss like we do in my head
Can we dance like we do on my bed
Oh, like we’re still young
Can we capture the magic and excitement of a new relationship, and continue to feel youthful and carefree in each other's presence?
Love is a loss that we incur
When we gamble with the world
When we put ourselves out there and take a chance on love, there is always the risk that we may get hurt or lose something.
I feel my life has just begun
I can hear you singalong
Now the music's in you
Being in love and having a partner can bring new life and energy to us, and the beauty of that is reflected in the music we share together.
Baby don’t you cry
I won’t tell you lies
I’ll just sit and sing you lullabies, lullabies
Even when things get tough or difficult, I'm here for you and I will not deceive you. Let me comfort you and soothe you with my voice and presence.
Young, young, young (wide-eyed and hopeless)
Young, young, young, young (I want your devotion to this)
Even though we may not have everything figured out, and we may be inexperienced, we are still full of energy and passion for each other.
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: TYLER GLENN
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