Lately
Noah Cyrus & Tanner Alexander Lyrics


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I can't seem to find my peace of mind
But lately I still tell myself you're mine
And I couldn't ask for more
The first time, not the last time I saw you
I would hold you closer but I know
The more I pull, the more you let go
And I can't say you be the same
The first time, not the last time I saw you

So I won't hold you too close
I had to fold now, it's your move
Oh lord I've been on fire lately
And it's the way that you move
You wear my pride from your head to your shoes
Oh lord I've been on fire lately

I can't stop looking down at my phone
Keep you warm that's all I've ever known
And I fucked up that much is true
The last time not the first time I saw you
Tell me something I don't already know, yeah
I love your way from your fingers to your toes, yeah
I've been trippin', I've been high, I've been low, yeah

The way you talkin' really got me confused
How close am I to losing you right now?

So I won't hold you too close
I had to fold now, it's your move
Oh lord I've been on fire lately
And it's the way that you move
You wear my pride from your head to your shoes
Oh lord I've been on fire lately

Well tell me that you're never gonna leave me
Fuck it up you make it look easy
I can't lie, you fooled me one too many times

Well tell me that you're always gonna be around
My pride is lost where my love is found, oh

So I won't hold you too close
I had to fold now, it's your move
Oh lord I've been on fire lately
(And the way you move) and it's the way that you move
You wear my pride from your head to your shoes
Oh lord I've been on fire lately

Oh lord I've been on fire lately
Oh lord I've been on fire lately




(Oh lord) oh lord I've been on fire lately (yeah)
Oh lord I've been on fire lately

Overall Meaning

The song "Lately" by Noah Cyrus and Tanner Alexander is about a relationship that is falling apart. The singer is struggling to find peace of mind but still holds onto the idea that the person they love is theirs. The first time they saw each other was special, and they wish they could hold each other closer. However, they know that the more they try to hold on, the more the other person pulls away. This relationship is no longer the same, but the singer is still holding onto the memories of the past.


Throughout the song, the singer expresses their confusion and uncertainty about the relationship. They feel like they are losing the other person and don't know how to fix it. The other person's actions and words are confusing the singer, making them wonder if they are about to lose them. The song expresses the pain and anguish of a relationship that is falling apart.


In conclusion, "Lately" is a song that explores the conflicting emotions of a failing relationship. The lyrics express the confusion and pain that come with trying to hold onto something that is slipping away. The song's overall message is about the difficulty of letting go and the pain that comes with it.


Line by Line Meaning

I can't seem to find my peace of mind
I am struggling to feel at ease


But lately I still tell myself you're mine
Despite my internal troubles, I convince myself that we are together


And I couldn't ask for more
Even though I am not at peace, having you is enough


The first time, not the last time I saw you
When we first met, it was magical and I know I will always remember it


I would hold you closer but I know
I wish we were closer, but I know that would push you away


The more I pull, the more you let go
The harder I try to connect with you, the more distant you become


And I can't say you be the same
I fear that our relationship will never be the same as it once was


So I won't hold you too close
I am afraid to hold onto you too tightly and scare you away


I had to fold now, it's your move
I have made my move and now it is up to you


Oh lord I've been on fire lately
My emotions have been intense and overwhelming


And it's the way that you move
Your actions and behaviors have contributed to my intense feelings


You wear my pride from your head to your shoes
Your confidence and the way you carry yourself reflects positively on me


I can't stop looking down at my phone
I am always checking my phone for your messages and calls


Keep you warm that's all I've ever known
Providing comfort and support for you is my main focus


And I fucked up that much is true
I have made mistakes in our relationship


The last time not the first time I saw you
The last time we were together, I knew that things had changed


Tell me something I don't already know, yeah
I want to know more about you and our relationship


I love your way from your fingers to your toes, yeah
I adore everything about you


I've been trippin', I've been high, I've been low, yeah
My emotions have been all over the place


The way you talkin' really got me confused
I am having trouble understanding your communication and intentions


How close am I to losing you right now?
I fear that our relationship is teetering on the edge of ending


Well tell me that you're never gonna leave me
I need reassurance that we will stay together


Fuck it up you make it look easy
You effortlessly cause chaos and turmoil in our relationship


I can't lie, you fooled me one too many times
I cannot deny that you have deceived me multiple times


Tell me that you're always gonna be around
I want to believe that you will always be in my life


My pride is lost where my love is found, oh
I am willing to sacrifice my pride for the sake of our love


(And the way you move) and it's the way that you move
Your actions and behavior have a significant impact on my feelings


Oh lord I've been on fire lately
My emotions have been intense and overwhelming


(Oh lord) oh lord I've been on fire lately (yeah)
My emotions have been overwhelming and consuming me


Oh lord I've been on fire lately
I have been struggling with intense emotions




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Tanner Alexander

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@marokaisaridi4217

[Verse 1]
I can't seem to find my peace of mind
But lately I still tell myself you're mine
And I couldn't ask for more
The first time, not the last time I saw you
I would hold you closer but I know
The more I pull, the more you let go
And I can't say you be the same
The first time, not the last time I saw you

[Chorus]
So I won’t hold you too close
I had to fold now, it’s your move
Oh lord I’ve been on fire lately
And it’s the way that you move
You wear my pride from your head to your shoes
Oh lord I’ve been on fire lately

[Verse 2]
I can’t stop looking down at my phone
Keep you warm that’s all I’ve ever known
I fucked up that much is true
The last time not the first time I saw you
Tell me something I don’t already know, yeah
I love your way from your fingers to your toes, yeah
I’ve been trippin, I’ve been high, I’ve been low, yeah

The way you talkin' really got me confused
How close am I to losing you right now

[Chorus]
So I won’t hold you too close
I had to fold now, it’s your move
Oh lord I’ve been on fire lately
And it’s the way that you move
You wear my pride from your head to your shoes
Oh lord I’ve been on fire lately

[Bridge]
Well tell me that you’re never gonna leave me
Fuck it up you make it look easy
I can’t lie, you fooled me one too many times

Tell me that you’re always gonna be around
My pride is lost where my love is found

[Chorus]
So I won’t hold you too close
I had to fold now, it’s your move
Oh lord I’ve been on fire lately
And it’s the way that you move
You wear my pride from your head to your shoes
Oh lord I’ve been on fire lately

Oh lord I’ve been on fire lately
Oh lord I’ve been on fire lately
Oh lord I’ve been on fire lately
Oh lord I’ve been on fire lately



@sydnnihillis114

I can't seem to find my peace of mind
Lately I still tell myself you're mine
And I couldn't ask for more
The first time, not the last time I saw you

I would hold you closer but I know
The more I pull, the more you let go
And I can't say you'd be the same
The first time, not the last time I saw you

So I hold you too close
I had to phone now, it's your move
Oh Lord, I've been on fire lately
And it's the way that you move
You wear my pride from your head to your shoes
Oh Lord, I've been on fire lately

I can't stop looking down at my phone
Keep you on, that's all I've ever known
And I fucked up, that much is true
The last time, not the first time I saw you

Tell me something that I don't already know, yeah
I love your way from your fingers to your toes, yeah
I've been trippin', I've been high, I've been low, yeah
The way you're talking really got me confused
How close am I to losing you right now?

So I hold you too close
I had to phone now, it's your move
Oh Lord, I've been on fire lately
And it's the way that you move
You wear my pride from your head to your shoes
Oh Lord, I've been on fire lately

Oh, tell me that you're never gonna leave me
Fucked it up, you make it look easy
I can't lie, you fooled me one too many times
Well, tell me that you're always gonna be around
My pride is lost but my love is found

So I hold you too close
I had to phone now, it's your move
Oh Lord, I've been on fire lately
And it's the way that you move
You wear my pride from your head to your shoes
Oh Lord, I've been on fire lately
Oh Lord, I've been on fire lately
Oh Lord, I've been on fire lately
Oh Lord, I've been on fire lately
Oh Lord, I've been on fire lately



All comments from YouTube:

@noahcyrus

My sweet boyfriend Tanner wrote me this song about a year and a half ago when we were in kind of a rocky spot. I was in Miami staying at the Fountain Blue and he sent it to me over a voice memo on his iPhone…… i remember he said “its not very good but this is the first full song ive ever written and its for you. i hope this explains everything.” … i’m gonna post the rest of the story on genius in the next few days, but thank you guys for listening/checking out the most beautiful song i’ve ever heard.

@sinamae8045

Noah Cyrus I love it ♡

@flopencia_med

Noah Cyrus
I'm so in love with the song💜

@jackie4715

I love you and this song❤️❤️❤️

@nitaduran2780

Awwe🙏🙏

@nuagesun

I love it so much Noah 💞 This is so beautiful

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@mckinneypassios4273

Why is everyone wishing she was back with Tanner. She has stated several several times that they were toxic and how hard it was for her to finally have the strength to walk away.

@soccerrocks12121

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qr693pFfJbk Heres Tanner response

@soccerrocks12121

Tanner singing. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NEBVzl0V11o

@jennarose7749

boy who inspired ‘july’ 🦋

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