In August 2020, the band announced via Instagram that they would be taking an extended hiatus.
Nothing Personal
Night Riots Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
The center of the world is lonely me Float along through catacombs
The endless cycle flesh to bones
I'll be the king you'll be the filth I wash away Nothing personal
I am the light I am the truth I am the way Nothing personal
Bad omens around the eyes
I'll take your crown I'll make it mine As you sulk your days away
Numb yourself and think of me
I am the light I am the truth I am the way Nothing personal
I keep your star light I control you
Far up above
You do what I do
I keep your star light I control you
Pull your strings You do what I do
The lyrics to Night Riots's song Nothing Personal talk about the struggles of power and control. The song portrays the idea of one individual's rise to power, represented by being a star, and the feeling of loneliness that comes with that power. The lyrics suggest that the center of the world is this individual, and despite being surrounded by people, they still feel alone. The verse "Float along through catacombs, The endless cycle flesh to bones" portrays the idea of being surrounded by constant change, but still being alone and powerless.
The chorus talks about the individual's power and how they will wash away anyone who stands in their way, and the phrase "Nothing personal" suggests that they see their actions as simply a part of the game of power. The verse "Bad omens around the eyes, I'll take your crown I'll make it mine" portrays the idea of someone who is willing to take what they want, regardless of the cost.
Overall, the song talks about the idea of power and control, and how those who possess it can become lonely and isolated. The lyrics suggest that those who gain power may use it to control others, but ultimately, their actions are just part of the game.
Line by Line Meaning
We're stars now can't you see
We are successful and famous now, can't you see?
The center of the world is lonely me
I am the center of attention, but being there can get lonely.
Float along through catacombs
I move through life like a ghost, floating along through dark and eerie places.
The endless cycle flesh to bones
The never-ending cycle of life and death reminds us that we are all just flesh and bones.
I'll be the king you'll be the filth I wash away Nothing personal
I will be the ruler and you will be the dirt that I wash away, but it's nothing personal.
I am the light I am the truth I am the way Nothing personal
I am enlightened and know the truth and the right way to live, but it's nothing personal.
Bad omens around the eyes
There are signs of bad things to come that are visible in the eyes.
I'll take your crown I'll make it mine
I will take your place of power and make it my own.
As you sulk your days away
While you sulk and waste your days, I am taking action and making things happen.
Numb yourself and think of me
Distract yourself and think about me to avoid your problems.
I keep your star light I control you
I control your success and keep you in the spotlight.
Far up above You do what I do
From high above, I lead and you follow my example.
Pull your strings You do what I do
I control you like a puppet, making you do what I want you to do.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Travis Hawley, Matt DePauw, Nick Fotinakes, Michael Van Kranenburg, Rico Rodriguez, Jim Kaufman, Kenny Carkeet
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
micnik8
Sounds like something from the 80s. I like it. That distinct sound isn't come upon very often in today's musicians.
Tom Davies
Check out the 1975 for 80's kickbacks!
Nicholas Nace
The lead singer is just... beautiful. Like holy shit, handsome isn't even the right word for it.
occulus
Ikr!! Like he is the definition of a gorgeous man
Shauna Crowley
He is even more besutiful in person. I saw this band open for The Maine in Novemeber. He was just amazingly beautiful.
Hyperpract
when i first heard this i thought "wow i can here the type O influence." now that i have seen the video i can see (intentional or not) peter steels influence in the singer.
CoCo
Nicholas Nace he is even more beautiful in person
Holly Fair
Amen!!
Madi 1679
He had to be a theater kid in another life, the power and fabulous is strong in this one.
sadie
The first time I saw these guys, they were a support act and I'd never heard of them.
I can confirm that the singer is so much hotter in real life omg