Yorn started as a drummer who also played guitar. In 1990, he was drumming for his band in a high school talent contest when someone suggested he sing the Replacements song "Talent Show." That went over so well, a competing band asked him to sing Neil Young’s "Rockin' In the Free World" with them.
He was first recognized when the Farrelly brothers picked "Strange Condition" for their film Me, Myself & Irene.
He has gained increasing popularity following the use of his song "Just Another" on popular WB television show Dawson's Creek.
Another of his songs, Murray was used in the credits of the film Igby Goes Down
The song "Undercover" was used in the first Spiderman movie and appears on the soundtrack.
The song "Lose You" was used in the closing of an episode of House on Fox.
Lost Weekend
Pete Yorn Lyrics
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Is there anybody waiting
Getting sick of your surroundings?
All you want is some attention
You can tell the truth
You can tell a lie
Say anything you want to say
Is there reason not to change
Stay the same, become a new thing
Walk backwards, step beyond
Never forget where we come from?
And you can tell the truth
And you can tell a lie
Wonder with what anyone says
We will be alright
Straight outta suburbia
Straight outta the basement
Had another lost weekend
Need another vacation
Straight outta suburbia
Straight outta the basement
Had another lost weekend
Need another vacation
Straight outta suburbia
Straight outta suburbia
Straight out of the dressing room
I wear my new clothes
Fall down thinking about you
Straight out of the dressing room
I wear my new clothes
Fall down thinking about you
Straight outta the basement
Straight outta the basement
Straight outta the basement
Straight outta the basement
Straight outta suburbia
Straight out of the basement
Had another lost weekend
Need another vacation
Straight out of suburbia
Straight out of the basement
Had another lost weekend
Need another vacation
Straight outta suburbia
Straight outta suburbia
The lyrics of "Lost Weekend" by Pete Yorn paint a picture of someone who is feeling trapped in their current life and seeking a change. The repetition of "Is there anybody out there? / Is there anybody waiting?" shows the longing for someone to understand their situation and give them attention. The line "All you want is some attention" highlights the deep desire for connection and human interaction.
The song explores the concept of self-discovery and the internal struggle between staying the same or becoming something new. The lines "Is there reason not to change / Stay the same, become a new thing / Walk backwards, step beyond / Never forget where we come from?" display the struggle between wanting to break free and explore new opportunities, but also being grounded in one's roots and past experiences.
The repeated phrases of "Straight outta suburbia / Straight outta the basement / Had another lost weekend / Need another vacation" reinforce the feeling of being stuck in a mundane routine and seeking escape from it. The line "I wear my new clothes / Fall down thinking about you" adds a touch of vulnerability and a sense of longing for something or someone.
The lyrics of "Lost Weekend" touch on universal themes of human longing for connection and the internal battle between comfort and exploration. The repetition of certain phrases and lines enhance the overall feeling of being trapped in a cycle and needing a change. The song encourages self-discovery and reflection, while also acknowledging the importance of our past experiences and roots.
Line by Line Meaning
Is there anybody out there?
Questioning if anyone is listening or paying attention.
Is there anybody waiting
Asking if anyone is waiting to hear from the singer.
Getting sick of your surroundings?
Feeling bored and restless with the current environment.
All you want is some attention
Seeking validation and recognition from others.
You can tell the truth
Acknowledging the freedom to be honest.
You can tell a lie
Admitting the option to deceive.
Say anything you want to say
Encouraging self-expression, whatever the content.
Are we all just lost in time?
Contemplating the fleeting nature of existence.
Is there reason not to change
Questioning reasons to resist transformation.
Stay the same, become a new thing
Searching for a balance between consistency and growth.
Walk backwards, step beyond
Exploring unconventional paths to progress.
Never forget where we come from?
Asking if we can keep our roots while moving forward.
And you can tell the truth
Reinforcing the freedom to be truthful.
And you can tell a lie
Acknowledging the choice to deceive.
Wonder with what anyone says
Questioning the reliability of others' opinions.
We will be alright
Optimistic that everything will eventually work out.
Straight outta suburbia
Originating from a mundane or ordinary place.
Straight outta the basement
Emerging from a secluded or personal space.
Had another lost weekend
Spending a weekend aimlessly and feeling unproductive.
Need another vacation
Desiring a break from the mundane routine.
Straight out of the dressing room
Stepping out of a situation of change or improvement.
I wear my new clothes
Taking on a new identity or image.
Fall down thinking about you
Feeling overwhelmed or paralyzed by thoughts of a specific person.
Straight outta suburbia
Originating from a mundane or ordinary place.
Straight outta suburbia
Originating from a mundane or ordinary place.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Peter J. Yorn
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R o v e r P l u g
Lyrics:
Is there anybody out there?
Is there anybody waiting
Getting sick of your surroundings?
All you want is some attention
You can tell the truth
You can tell a lie
Say anything you want to say
Are we all just lost in time?
Is there reason not to change
Stay the same, become a new thing
Walk backwards, step beyond
Never forget where we come from?
And you can tell the truth
And you can tell a lie
Wonder with what anyone says
We will be alright
Straight outta suburbia
Straight outta the basement
Had another lost weekend
Need another vacation
Straight outta suburbia
Straight outta the basement
Had another lost weekend
Need another vacation
Straight outta suburbia
Straight outta suburbia
Straight out of the dressing room
I wear my new clothes
Fall down thinking about you
Straight out of the dressing room
I wear my new clothes
Fall down thinking about you
Straight outta the basement
Straight outta the basement
Straight outta the basement
Straight outta the basement
Straight outta suburbia
Straight out of the basement
Had another lost weekend
Need another vacation
Straight out of suburbia
Straight out of the basement
Had another lost weekend
Need another vacation
Straight outta suburbia
Straight outta suburbia
jeem182
Pete deserves much more recognition. He is an amazing songwriter.
Micro My Blood
What a forever upbeat tune! You gotto admire how epic Pete Yorn has been over the years, and so criminally underrated too!
Jake Pendleton
Pete Yorn is so underrated he made the early 2000s for me and my taste in music and I'm glad that he continues to now
R o v e r P l u g
Lyrics:
Is there anybody out there?
Is there anybody waiting
Getting sick of your surroundings?
All you want is some attention
You can tell the truth
You can tell a lie
Say anything you want to say
Are we all just lost in time?
Is there reason not to change
Stay the same, become a new thing
Walk backwards, step beyond
Never forget where we come from?
And you can tell the truth
And you can tell a lie
Wonder with what anyone says
We will be alright
Straight outta suburbia
Straight outta the basement
Had another lost weekend
Need another vacation
Straight outta suburbia
Straight outta the basement
Had another lost weekend
Need another vacation
Straight outta suburbia
Straight outta suburbia
Straight out of the dressing room
I wear my new clothes
Fall down thinking about you
Straight out of the dressing room
I wear my new clothes
Fall down thinking about you
Straight outta the basement
Straight outta the basement
Straight outta the basement
Straight outta the basement
Straight outta suburbia
Straight out of the basement
Had another lost weekend
Need another vacation
Straight out of suburbia
Straight out of the basement
Had another lost weekend
Need another vacation
Straight outta suburbia
Straight outta suburbia
Mason
This deserves way more views..
Fresh New Music
amazing lyrics. touching the heart. thank you for all that you do
Weapon X
Yorn4Life, great song and a really solid album, Arranging Time is wonderful. Thank you Mr. Yorn, you keep releasing amazing albums and I'll keep buying them and going to your shows.
Randall Barringer
I guess I'll just put this on repeat for a while. Makes me feel like doing everything!
starkid77
I haven't listened to Pete Yorn hardcore since Crystal Village, and he hasn't missed a damn beat, still loving the hair, the shadow, and most of all, the music:)
Ru$h
I just love how all of his songs begin.