Lights Out
Owen Lyrics


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You go and I'll stay. Why would I put clothes on to see some guy you like more than me? But you should go and I'll be ok. I promised myself I'd finally start that book I've been meaning to read about the French Revolution.

You go and I'll stay. Why would I leave the house to go see some guy who sings better than me? And you come home to me smelling like booze, humming his tunes. I'm rolling over and it's lights out for this lightweight.




Overall Meaning

In Owen's song Lights Out, the lyrics express the emotions and thoughts of a person who feels insecure and jealous of their partner's interest in someone else. The person is hesitant to leave the house, fearing that their partner will find someone better. They suggest that their partner should go instead and they will be okay on their own. The lyrics further indicate that the person tries to distract themselves by engaging in activities, such as reading a book about the French Revolution.


The second verse further shows the person's insecurity and frustration as their partner comes home smelling of alcohol, humming the songs of the guy they like. The person realizes that they cannot compete with this person and that they are a "lightweight" in comparison. The phrase "lights out" could mean several things, including the person giving up on the relationship or the person feeling defeated and unable to cope with the situation.


Overall, the lyrics of Owen's song Lights Out depict the feelings of insecurity and jealousy that can arise in a relationship when one partner shows interest in someone else. The song's contemplative lyrics and vulnerable tone provide insight into the complexities of human emotions.


Line by Line Meaning

You go and I'll stay.
I don’t want to go with you to see a guy who sings better than me.


Why would I put clothes on to see some guy you like more than me?
I don’t want to dress up to see your favorite artist, who you might like more than me.


But you should go and I'll be ok.
Go and enjoy what you like; I’ll manage without you.


I promised myself I'd finally start that book I've been meaning to read about the French Revolution.
I have other things that I would rather do, like reading a book about the French revolution.


And you come home to me smelling like booze, humming his tunes.
You’re coming home after enjoying the artist’s show, smelling of alcohol, humming his tunes.


I'm rolling over and it's lights out for this lightweight.
I am ignoring your actions and moving on with my life, without thinking about it.




Lyrics © Sentric Music
Written by: JEFFREY LORBER, JEFFREY H LORBER

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