Young Folks
Peter Bhorn & John Lyrics
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Would you go along with someone like me
If you knew my story word for word, had all of my history
Would you go along with someone like me
I did before and had my share, it didn't lead nowhere
I would go along with someone like you
It doesn't matter what you did, who you were hanging with
We could stick around and see this night through
And we don't care about the young folks
Talking 'bout the young style
And we don't care about the old folks
Talking 'bout the old style too
And we don't care about our own faults
Talking 'bout our own style
All we care about is talking, talking only me and you
Usually when things has gone this far, people tend to disappear
No one will surprise me unless you do
I can tell there's something going on, hours seems to disappear
Everyone is leaving, I'm still with you
It doesn't matter what we do, where we are going to
We can stick around and see this night through
And we don't care about the young folks
Talking 'bout the young style
And we don't care about the old folks
Talking 'bout the old style too
And we don't care about our own faults
Talking 'bout our own style
All we care about is talking, talking only me and you
And we don't care about the young folks
Talking 'bout the young style
And we don't care about the old folks
Talking 'bout the old style too
And we don't care about their own faults
Talking 'bout our own style
All we care about is talking
Talking only me and you, talking only me and you
Talking only me and you, talking only me and you
The song "Young Folks" by Peter Bjorn & John is a tale of two people in love, who choose to ignore the generational divide and other societal expectations to enjoy each other's company. The lyrics explore questions of how much someone's past defines them, and whether our mistakes determine our future. The narrating persona is asking their love interest whether they would still be interested in them if they knew their past mistakes and history, and the response is that it does not matter because all they care about is being together.
The song revolves around the idea of ignoring societal constructs and enjoying the moment with a person regardless of age, background, or faults. The chorus emphasizes this message with the repeated lines of "And we don't care about the young folks, talking 'bout the young style, and we don't care about the old folks, talking 'bout the old style too." They are saying that it does not matter whether you are "young" or "old," as long as you connect with the right person, you can enjoy the company of someone who shares your values and interests, and that is all that matters.
The song was released in 2006 and became an instant classic, receiving critical acclaim and charting globally. It was nominated for two Grammy awards in 2008, and the music video, featuring a playful animation of the band members strolling in the city, became an instant viral hit. The song has been used in numerous films, TV shows, and commercials, and the whistling melody has become an iconic part of its success.
Line by Line Meaning
If I told you things I did before, told you how I used to be
If I shared my past mistakes and experiences with you
Would you go along with someone like me
Would you still want to be with me knowing my history
If you knew my story word for word, had all of my history
If you knew everything about me, my past and my mistakes
Would you go along with someone like me
Would you still want to be with me knowing my history
I did before and had my share, it didn't lead nowhere
I've made my share of mistakes in the past
I would go along with someone like you
I would still accept you even with your past mistakes
It doesn't matter what you did, who you were hanging with
Your past doesn't matter to me, nor does your social circle
We could stick around and see this night through
We could continue spending time together and see where it leads
And we don't care about the young folks, Talking 'bout the young style
We don't pay attention to the latest trends or youth culture
And we don't care about the old folks, Talking 'bout the old style too
We also don't care about older generations' preferences
And we don't care about our own faults, Talking 'bout our own style
We aren't concerned about our own mistakes or quirks
All we care about is talking, talking only me and you
All we care about is spending time together and communicating
Usually when things has gone this far, people tend to disappear
Most people would have left by now in a relationship like ours
No one will surprise me unless you do
You are the only person who could still surprise me in this relationship
I can tell there's something going on, hours seems to disappear
I sense that something noteworthy is happening and I lose track of time
Everyone is leaving, I'm still with you
Despite others leaving, I'm still committed to you
It doesn't matter what we do, where we are going to
What's important is that we are together, not our plans
And we don't care about their own faults, Talking 'bout our own style
We don't judge others, we only focus on our unique dynamic
All we care about is talking, talking only me and you
All we care about is spending time together and communicating
Talking only me and you, talking only me and you
Our connection is unique and personal, just between us
Contributed by Dylan N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Lyrics:
If I told you things I did before
Told you how I used to be
Would you go along with someone like me?
If you knew my story word for word
Had all of my history
Would you go along with someone like me?
I did before and had my share
It didn't lead nowhere
I would go along with someone like you
It doesn't matter what you did
Who you were hanging with
We could stick around and see this night through
And we don't care about the young folks
Talkin' 'bout the young style
And we don't care about the old folks
Talkin' 'bout the old style too
And we don't care about their own faults
Talkin' 'bout our own style
All we care about is talking
Talking only me and you
Usually when things has gone this far
People tend to disappear
No one will surprise me unless you do
I can tell there's something goin' on
Hours seems to disappear
Everyone is leaving I'm still with you
It doesn't matter what we do
Where we are going to
We can stick around and see this night through
And we don't care about the young folks
Talkin' 'bout the young style
And we don't care about the old folks
Talkin' 'bout the old style too
And we don't care about their own faults
Talkin' 'bout our own style
All we care about is talking
Talking only me and you
And we don't care about the young folks
Talkin' 'bout the young style
And we don't care about the old folks
Talkin' 'bout the old style too
And we don't care about their own faults
Talkin' 'bout our own style
All we care about is talking
Talking only me and you
Talking only me and you
Talking only me and you
Talking only me and you
@ianglenn1946
God...
I remember I used to get annoyed at my mom when I was 7 in 2009. I used to get so annoyed at my mom, as she loves this song, and played it all the time. I miss those days. Take me back....
Take me back to a time when I was young, carefree, when I played with my neighbors in and around the neighborhood. When I was in elementary school, playing on the playground. When.. when I was a kid.
Now I'm working a job, almost done with high school, and came across this song In my recommendations on my break. Nostalgia just hit me like a wave when I heard it that familiar drum and whistle.
Take me back.
@buscemilove3969
God. I was 14 when this came out. Now i'm 84. Times really flies..
@eleanor5675
I was 2 when this came out, and now I'm 85859626468488552229084874874857556767768676865679063476662586687654445666666663.
@abrahamlopez9396
I was 69 now I'm 420 B^)
@killme79
Buscemi Love I was 1 when this came out now I'm 100000000000000000000000000000000000000000009000000946484748464674844894900000000000000087666664377474747646483939339192837656474782999473636339393964646372829292023874746446478493349000487663673726384837383882399383746744774849938302010109847552738838394947447475785950037363738959477294937847373857748943992929938374665666484839383747474747475774775775848939010744747775838829239837477474773747484884747447747474774747737474747477474747474774747478399297374499473784937339373893674848373747383938377474738939747484839383847461, (100000000000000000000000000000000000000000009000000946484748464674844894900000000000000087666664377474747646483939339192837656474782999473636339393964646372829292023874746446478493349000487663673726384837383882399383746744774849938302010109847552738838394947447475785950037363738959477294937847373857748943992929938374665666484839383747474747475774775775848939010744747775838829239837477474773747484884747447747474774747737474747477474747474774747478399297374499473784937339373893674848373747383938377474738939747484839383847462 next week)
@siso9292
Abraham Lopez BLAZE IT
@kevinrawr1992
Buscemi Love how do you do fellow kids
@captaincardboard934
This looks like an adult swim show
@TheInkPitOx
This is better than Adult Swim
@fntime
Captain, that's funny. I featured this video on an eclectic playlist
filled with lost classics & hidden gems, past & present. Songs
added daily. I hope YOU and all who love good music enjoy :)
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL240940E21E6C83E3
@chrisgross5409
CaptainCardboard M as in Mancy