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)
Used To Like
Neon Trees Lyrics
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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
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
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
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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.
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!!!!!