His music is now listed on streaming services such as Spotify under the tag Nick Murpy / Chet Faker. This explains the scrobbles for this 'double moniker'.
Goodnight
Nick Murphy / Chet Faker Lyrics
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Looking up into my head
If life is round then I'm waiting
For what I lost to come back around again
You better off with lights to follow
Down the road I rest my head
Better love will come to borrow
Still it's what I had instead
You said goodnight tonight
You said goodnight this time
You said goodnight tonight
You said goodnight this time
If I'm loud then I am sorry
It's just too quiet inside this bed
If I'm down then I would hurry
'Cause what I done is what I meant
Put a thumb on our tomorrow
A silver slithers in it's stead
I saved a pill that I could swallow
A little dark and a little red
You said goodnight tonight
You said goodnight this time
You said goodnight tonight
You said goodnight this time (ooh)
Ooh-oh-ooh
Ooh-ooh
Ooh-oh-ooh
Ooh-oh-ooh
The song "Goodnight" by Nick Murphy/Chet Faker explores the struggles of dealing with lost love and the emotions that come with it. The opening lyrics suggest that the singer is introspecting and reflecting on their current situation - feeling lost and waiting for something to come around again. The next line โYou're better off with lights to followโ suggests that there is guidance, love or positivity to be found through the tough times as he looks for a way through his own thoughts. The line โBetter love will come to borrow...โ could signify hope and the potential for new love.
The chorus repeats โYou said goodnight tonightโ is repeated, suggesting that the singer is fixated on the moment of parting and has been stuck there for a while. The lyrics are a representation of his continuous journey to find closure and move forward into the future. The second verse starts with "If I'm loud then I am sorry..." where the singer acknowledges that he may not be acting as he ought to be, perhaps because he is overcompensating for a lack of confidence. The lines โPut a thumb on our tomorrowโ and โI saved a pill that I could swallowโ suggest that the singer has made a conscious effort to hold on to his future and is ready to do whatever it takes to sustain it, even if it means trying something risky to change his current route.
Overall, the song is about introspection and life after a breakup - a willingness to face the emotions and feelings that come after the end of a significant relationship, and to embrace what comes next, no matter how life-changing.
Line by Line Meaning
Since I found myself here lately
Recently, as I reflect on my current situation
Looking up into my head
I am introspective and analyzing my thoughts
If life is round then I'm waiting
If life is cyclical, then I am patiently waiting
For what I lost to come back around again
For what I lost to eventually be regained in the future
You better off with lights to follow
You are better off finding your way with guidance
Down the road I rest my head
As I journey through life, I find a place to rest
Better love will come to borrow
Eventually, a stronger love will emerge
Still it's what I had instead
Nevertheless, I am grateful for what I currently have
You said goodnight tonight
You bid me farewell for tonight
You said goodnight this time
This time, you said goodnight
If I'm loud then I am sorry
I apologize if I am being too vocal
It's just too quiet inside this bed
There is too much silence in this bed
If I'm down then I would hurry
If I am in a low mood, I would try to improve it
'Cause what I done is what I meant
My actions align with my intentions
Put a thumb on our tomorrow
Let's try to have some control over our future
A silver slithers in it's stead
The future seems promising and hopeful
I saved a pill that I could swallow
I have a solution to my problem within reach
A little dark and a little red
It may not be ideal, but it will do
You said goodnight tonight
Once again, you wished me goodnight
You said goodnight this time
This time, you definitely said goodnight
Ooh-oh-ooh
Musical refrain
Ooh-ooh
Musical refrain
Ooh-oh-ooh
Musical refrain
Ooh-oh-ooh
Musical refrain
Contributed by Aaron T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@VirtualAssistantPro
Since I found myself here lately
Looking up into my head
If life is round then I'm waiting
For what I lost to come back around again
You better off with lights to follow
Down the road I rest my head
Better love will come to borrow
Still it's what I had instead
You said goodnight tonight
You said goodnight this time
You said goodnight tonight
You said goodnight this time
If I'm loud then I am sorry
It's just too quiet inside this bed
If I'm down then I would hurry
'Cause what I done is what I meant
Put a thumb on our tomorrow
A silver slithers in it's stead
I saved a pill that I could swallow
A little dark and a little red
You said goodnight tonight
You said goodnight this time
You said goodnight tonight
You said goodnight this time (ooh)
Ooh-oh-ooh
Ooh-ooh
Ooh-oh-ooh
Ooh-oh-ooh
@juliansalt-music
Time for Nick Murphy becoming bigger than Chet Faker
@wolvo008
I don't know what just happened, but my soul feels rested
@masterthotslayer9601
Last time I was this early he was
Chet Faker
@milaleela7055
It'S Valentines Day. I'm 33. Broken family. I just watched call me by your name and remembered the feeling of being deeply in love. Now Im crying my ass off. Thanks Nick.
@arielgastovsky3769
02:34 AM
Just goodnight.
Thanks Nick
@MrWobbles
In tears in like 2 minutes
@user-cn2ws9de5c
Hello, I'm korean. I love your music and voice! Really..... I'm so honored to see this video And my best favorite song is Talk Is Cheap I can't live without your song Thank you very much for singing. I hope someday I can hear your song for in person ๐ Love you so much! Always hearing your music
@sebastianmendoza7313
Keep releasing new music man! We want it. We need it. Greetings from Colombia ๐จ๐ด
@zorro4036
This video really brings me back to the aesthetic of your concerts. I've seen you 3 times in italy, always amazing and emotional
@haschio
This is sooo underrated!