Used To Like
Neon Trees Lyrics


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If only you were lonely
Maybe I was holy
We could be together
Bending over backwards
You become an actor
Be my thrill forever

You once told me I was all you had
I guess I know life and it doesn't work like that

Oh honey
Now you're sayin' I'm acting crazy
And I don't see what you see
Get back to what you used to like about me
Back to what you used to like about me

Highs so high
Drinks for free
Let's go to extremes
Get back to what you used to like about me
Back to what you used to like about me, yeah, yeah, yeah

If only you were lonely
Maybe you would show me
We could be together
Playing make believe lies
You could never play nice
Be my thrill forever

I once told you you were all I had
I guess I know life and it doesn't work like that

Oh honey now you said I'm acting crazy
And you don't see what you see
Get back to what you used to like about me
Back to what you used to like about me

Highs so high
Drinks for free
Let's go to extremes
Get back to what you used to like about me
Back to what you used to like about me, yeah, yeah, yeah

Yeah, yeah, yeah

Take it back, take it back, take it back now
Used to be lonely
Take it back, take it back, take it back now
Never good at being holy
Never good at being holy

Oh honey now you said I'm acting crazy
And you don't see what you see
Get back to what you used to like about me
Back to what you used to like about me

Highs so high
Drinks for free
Let's go to extremes
Get back to what you used to like about me
Back to what you used to like about me
Yeah, yeah, yeah




Yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah yeah

Overall Meaning

In "Used To Like" by Neon Trees, the lyrics reflect on a relationship that has lost its spark. The opening lines "If only you were lonely, maybe I was holy" suggest a longing for a relationship that is not stagnant but fresh and exciting. The singer wishes that they could be together, and the other person could bend over backward to be their thrilling companion. However, the next lyrics, "You become an actor, be my thrill forever," imply that the other person is not showing their true self and is instead wearing a facade to keep the relationship going.


The chorus continues the theme of the song, with the singer trying to get back to what the other person used to like about them. The singer wants to return to the fun and carefree times they had at the start of their relationship, as highlighted by the lyrics "Highs so high, drinks for free, let's go to extremes." However, the other person is acting indifferent and uninterested, as shown by the lyrics "Now you're saying I'm acting crazy, and I don't see what you see." The lyrics evoke feelings of frustration, as the singer wants to find a way to rekindle their relationship but feels shut out by the other person.


In summary, "Used To Like" is a song about a relationship that has lost its charm and excitement. The singer tries to go back to the fun and carefree times, but the other person seems disinterested, leaving the singer feeling frustrated and unfulfilled.


Line by Line Meaning

If only you were lonely
I wish you were single and available


Maybe I was holy
Perhaps I was perfect and pure in your eyes


We could be together
We could be in a relationship


Bending over backwards
Doing everything possible to please you


You become an actor
You're pretending and not being your true self


Be my thrill forever
Stay exciting and interesting to me always


You once told me I was all you had
You used to rely on me completely


I guess I know life and it doesn't work like that
I have come to accept that things don't go as planned


Now you're sayin' I'm acting crazy
You think I'm behaving irrationally


And I don't see what you see
I don't understand your perspective


Get back to what you used to like about me
Remind yourself of the things you used to appreciate in me


Highs so high
The best moments are exhilarating


Drinks for free
Having fun without worrying about the cost


Let's go to extremes
Pushing the boundaries and taking risks


Yeah, yeah, yeah
An expression of enthusiasm or agreement


Take it back, take it back, take it back now
Reverse the negative changes between us


Used to be lonely
I used to feel alone without you


Never good at being holy
I am not perfect or saintly




Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: Mike Green, Nico Hartikainen, Tyler Glenn

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Neon Trees

so excited to share this video with you guys.. don't forget to add it to your playlists and hit us up when you hear it on the radio 💜

Sean Mitchell

Love this song!! My favorite song to bump with the Windows down

Lucy Flores

I love you guys @neontrees

Lucy Flores

@KIM Tyler Glenn isn't taken and yes he is LGBT

Netso Pien

Inactivity cuz u guys to fail

James Has A Point

Neon Trees: Apostasy in all but the drummer and ball-busting Pharisiacal obsession in said drummer ruined you. The song is worthless. You lost the touch because you took it for granted.

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Imposter Syndrome

I’m simple. I see Neon Trees, I click play. Doesn’t matter how long it has been.

Andy Soto

@Oak Aye yAsSs 🖤💜🖤💜🖤

Sheria Matthews

😂 exactly! I feel like a fake fan, I’m literally just finding out about this on today.

crystal stites

Imposter Syndrome legit ME ❤️❤️ I saw them when they were on tour last and can’t wait to do it again!!!!!

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