“Midnight Memories” is the third single off the album, five days before its release. The track peaked at No. 12 on the US Billboard Hot 100.
Midnight Memories
One Direction Lyrics
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Straight off the plane to a new hotel
Just touched down, you could never tell
Ah, a big house party with a crowded kitchen
People talk (shh) but we don't listen
Tell me that I'm wrong but I do what I please
Now I'm at the age when I know what I need, oh, whoa
Midnight memories
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
Baby, you and me
Stumblin' in the street
Singin', singin', singin', singin'
Midnight memories
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
Anywhere we go, never say no
Just do it, do it, do it, do it
Five foot something with the skinny jeans
Don't look back, baby, follow me
I don't know where I'm going but I'm finding my way
Same old sh- but a different day
Tell me that I'm wrong but I do what I please
Way too many people in the Addison Lee
Now I'm at the age when I know what I need, oh, whoa
Midnight memories
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
Baby, you and me
Stumblin' in the street
Singin', singin', singin', singin'
Midnight memories
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
Anywhere we go, never say no
Just do it, do it, do it
You and me and all our friends
I don't care how much we spend
Baby, this is what the night is for
I know nothing's making sense
For tonight let's just pretend
I don't wanna stop so give me more
Midnight memories
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
Baby, you and me (ayy)
Stumblin' in the street
Singin', singin', singin', singin'
Midnight memories
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
Anywhere we go, never say no
Just do it, do it, (yeah) do it, do it
The lyrics of One Direction’s song “Midnight Memories” describe a wild night of partying and having fun with friends. The song starts with the singer arriving at a new hotel after getting off a plane, and he finds himself at a house party in a crowded kitchen. Despite people talking around him, he chooses to ignore them and do what he wants. He finds himself in an Addison Lee (a type of car service in the UK) filled with too many people. However, he is now at an age where he knows what he wants and needs.
In the chorus, the singer sings about the magic of the night and being out with someone special: “Midnight memories, Baby, you and me, Stumblin' in the street Singin', singin', singin', singin'”. The verses continue with the singer saying that he doesn’t know where he’s going but he’s finding his way. He’s wearing skinny jeans and asks his partner to follow him. Even though everything is the same old thing, it’s still different because he’s living in the moment.
Overall, “Midnight Memories” is about having fun and enjoying life with friends. It’s about being carefree and letting go of the worries that consume us during our mundane days. The song is about the idea of being young, wild, and free.
Line by Line Meaning
One, two, three
The count of the start of a new adventure
Straight off the plane to a new hotel
Arriving at a new destination with a fresh start
Just touched down, you could never tell
Looking calm and collected despite a big move
Ah, a big house party with a crowded kitchen
Excitedly describing a fun party atmosphere
People talk (shh) but we don't listen
Choosing to ignore gossip and negativity
Tell me that I'm wrong but I do what I please
Asserting independence and autonomy
Way too many people in the Addison Lee
Commenting on the cramped environment
Now I'm at the age when I know what I need, oh, whoa
Feeling confident about knowing oneself and one's wants
Midnight memories
Nostalgically looking back on fun, late-night experiences
Baby, you and me
Addressing a romantic partner who shared in those experiences
Stumblin' in the street
Painting a picture of a wild and carefree night out
Singin', singin', singin', singin'
Emphasizing the joy and freedom of the moment
Anywhere we go, never say no
Expressing a willingness to be open and adventurous
Just do it, do it, do it, do it
Encouraging the same adventurous spirit
Five foot something with the skinny jeans
Describing a short and fashionable person
Don't look back, baby, follow me
Leading the way and taking charge of the moment
I don't know where I'm going but I'm finding my way
Admitting uncertainty but expressing confidence in finding a path
Same old sh- but a different day
Acknowledging routine but embracing new experiences
You and me and all our friends
Highlighting the importance of friendship and shared experiences
I don't care how much we spend
Prioritizing the moment over material concerns
Baby, this is what the night is for
Encouraging living in the moment and enjoying the night
I know nothing's making sense
Admitting confusion or chaos but not letting it spoil the moment
For tonight let's just pretend
Creating a temporary escape from reality
I don't wanna stop so give me more
Requesting to keep the night going
Do it, do it, (yeah) do it, do it
Reiterating the call to be adventurous and keep the night going
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Liam James Payne, Julian Bunetta, Jamie Scott, Louis William Tomlinson, John Henry Ryan
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One, two, three
Straight off the plane to a new hotel
Just touched down, you could never tell
Ah, a big house party with a crowded kitchen
People talk (shh) but we don't listen
Tell me that I'm wrong but I do what I please
Way too many people in the Addison Lee
Now I'm at the age when I know what I need, oh, whoa
Midnight memories
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
Baby, you and me
Stumblin' in the street
Singin', singin', singin', singin'
Midnight memories
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
Anywhere we go, never say no
Just do it, do it, do it, do it
Five foot something with the skinny jeans
Don't look back, baby, follow me
I don't know where I'm going but I'm finding my way
Same old sh- but a different day
Tell me that I'm wrong but I do what I please
Way too many people in the Addison Lee
Now I'm at the age when I know what I need, oh, whoa
Midnight memories
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
Baby, you and me
Stumblin' in the street
Singin', singin', singin', singin'
Midnight memories
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
Anywhere we go, never say no
Just do it, do it, do it, do it
You and me and all our friends
I don't care how much we spend
Baby, this is what the night is for
I know nothing's making sense
For tonight let's just pretend
I don't wanna stop so give me more
Midnight memories
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
Baby, you and me (ayy)
Stumblin' in the street
Singin', singin', singin', singin'
Midnight memories
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
Anywhere we go, never say no
Just do it, do it, (yeah) do it, do it
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I miss the twitcams.
I miss the crooked teeth.
I miss Harry's confusing tweets.
I miss Liam's update.
I miss Zayn's laugh.
I miss Louis' antics.
I miss Kevin.
I miss Zayn saying 'Vas Happenin?'
I miss the energy juice.
I miss the video diaries.
I miss the old One Direction.
I miss Louis.
I miss Harry.
I miss Liam.
I miss Niall.
I miss Zayn.
I miss the boys.
DO YOU?
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Who else is having a 1D marathon?
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