Wolves of the East Coast
PK Lyrics


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I watched the wallflower grow
I learned how wolves ruled the east coast
Sometimes you'd come in my room
Late at night like wind blows through
You don't come, come around no more
Fight or run, you're just getting older

I know you won't always be there
But you try, try
I know you can't always fix me
But you try, try

It's hard times, running around these streets
I think about all the times gone by
I know we may not be so young anymore
I swear to God, if the boy ever breaks your heart

I know you won't always be there
But you try, try
I know you can't always fix me
But you try, try

Hey, didn't I mold you?
Hey, aren't I owed?

I just want back some of my time
The youth we lost to fall in line




When we grow old our futures dim low
And What we've done is all we know

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of PK's song Wolves of the East Coast are a reflection of the passage of time, growing up, and the relationship between two individuals. The first stanza talks about a wallflower, which can be interpreted as representing someone who initially blends into the background but later blossoms into their true form. The singer of the song is depicted as someone who recognises the growth and strength of individuals and is in awe of the power and prowess of the wolves that rule the East Coast. The second line of the stanza suggests that there is a history between the two characters, perhaps indicating that the singer has known each other for years.


The second and third stanzas of the song hint at the idea that the relationship between the two characters has changed over time. The singer of the song reminisces about someone who used to visit their room at night, just like the wind, and laments that they don't come around anymore. The phrase, "Fight or run, you're just getting older," suggests that the friend has grown up, and this has created distance between them. The singer acknowledges that their friend can't always be there to help them, but they appreciate the effort.


The chorus contains an emotional plea from the singer to save time and bring back youth that's lost. The bridge of the song contains the lines "Hey, didn't I mold you? Hey, aren't I owed?" which highlights the sacrifices a person might make to help shape someone else. The final line of the song suggests that the future is unknown, and we are only as good as what we have accomplished in our lives.


Line by Line Meaning

I watched the wallflower grow
I observed someone become more confident and outgoing over time


I learned how wolves ruled the east coast
I discovered how tough and powerful individuals or groups dominate certain territories


Sometimes you'd come in my room
Occasionally, you would visit my personal space


Late at night like wind blows through
During the late hours, your presence would be fleeting and ephemeral, like a gust of wind


You don't come, come around no more
I don't see you as often as I used to


Fight or run, you're just getting older
When faced with difficulties, you must choose to confront them or flee from them. Regardless of your choice, you must accept that you are growing older


I know you won't always be there
I understand that you won't always be present in my life


But you try, try
However, you always make an effort to be supportive and helpful


It's hard times, running around these streets
It's difficult to navigate the challenges and struggles present in these surrounding areas


I think about all the times gone by
I reflect on the memories and experiences that have passed


I know we may not be so young anymore
I acknowledge that we are no longer as youthful as we once were


I swear to God, if the boy ever breaks your heart
I promise to take action if someone ever causes you emotional pain


Hey, didn't I mold you?
Didn't I shape or influence your personality and behavior in some way?


Hey, aren't I owed?
Don't I deserve some recognition or gratitude as a result of my influence?


I just want back some of my time
I wish I could relive some moments from my past


The youth we lost to fall in line
The carefree and energetic time of our youth that we sacrificed in order to conform to societal expectations


When we grow old our futures dim low
As we age, our prospects and possibilities seem to dwindle


And What we've done is all we know
Our identities and self-worth are heavily influenced by our past actions and experiences




Writer(s): DEPAUW MATTHEW, HAWLEY TRAVIS, VAN KRANENBURG MICHAEL, FOTINAKES NICHOLAS, MENESEZ KEVIN

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Nicholas Kaprielian

This is sick. Great job girls!

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