Cool Off
Peter Bjorn & John Lyrics


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Don't go wrong with your sleepy, sleepy eyes
Don't forget we are watching you tonight
Your one-trick pony has got no decent shoes
You blast the ball but you never learned the rules

Don't let them cool off, don't let them cool off
Don't let them cool off, don't let them cool off
You got something inside of you, ok
It will surely make a difference one day
Raise your hand and get yourself down to the ground
We gotta put the power back where the power belongs

Don't let them cool off, don't let them cool off
Don't let them cool off, don't let them cool off
Don't let them cool off, don't let them cool off
Don't let them cool off, don't let them cool off

Stop bringing us down and out of time!

Don't let them cool off, don't let them cool off
Don't let them cool off, don't let them cool off
Don't let them cool off, don't let them cool off
Don't let them cool off, don't let them cool off





Don't let them cool off, don't let them cool off
Don't let them cool off

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Peter Bjorn & John's song "Cool Off" touch on themes of confidence, defiance, and the importance of staying true to oneself. The opening lines admonish the subject to not appear weak or vulnerable with their "sleepy, sleepy eyes" and to remember that they are being watched. The chorus urges the subject to not let their passion and drive "cool off" but to keep pushing forward towards their goals.


The second verse offers encouragement and support, telling the subject that they have something special inside of them, and that it will make a difference one day. The song then takes a more confrontational turn, calling out those who try to bring others down and telling them to stop their negative behavior. The repeated refrain of "don't let them cool off" becomes a call to action, urging the subject to stay motivated and to not let external factors hinder their progress.


Overall, "Cool Off" can be seen as a motivational anthem for anyone pursuing their dreams or facing adversity. It encourages the listener to believe in themselves and to not let others discourage them. The song's lively and upbeat sound further emphasizes its positive message.


Line by Line Meaning

Don't go wrong with your sleepy, sleepy eyes
Pay attention and stay alert, don't let your guard down


Don't forget we are watching you tonight
Be aware that people are watching your every move


Your one-trick pony has got no decent shoes
Your talent is limited and you don't have the resources to improve it


You blast the ball but you never learned the rules
You may have potential but you lack the knowledge and discipline to succeed


You got something inside of you, ok
You have a spark inside of you that has the potential to make a difference


It will surely make a difference one day
That spark will eventually lead to significant impact


Raise your hand and get yourself down to the ground
Step up and take action to make that impact


We gotta put the power back where the power belongs
We need to take control and put ourselves in a position of strength


Stop bringing us down and out of time!
Don't be a hindrance or a burden, time is of the essence




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BJ�RN YTTLING, JOHN ERIKSSON, PETER MOREN

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A great song! Saludos desde Argentina! Hace tiempo necesitaba una banda como esta, muy buena música, buenas letras. No entiendo por que estan muy en el anonimato todavía :( Igual arriba los animos :D! Muy linda música realmente :D!

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2022 , this still one of my favorites . much love from Brasil.

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