Raised under the wet and grey Belgian skies, much of Lorenzo Cook’s upbring… Read Full Bio ↴Raised under the wet and grey Belgian skies, much of Lorenzo Cook’s upbringing was spent an ocean away from where his passport said he was from. Growing up as an American expat in the heart of Europe, Lorenzo was introduced to a world of music that would otherwise have never met his ears by a wide range of international friends and musicians whom he spent most of teenage years with. His parents, well versed in music and keen to play NPR’s All Songs Considered at the dinner table, helped Cook’s appreciation and fascination with American music grow as well.
Upon turning 18 and moving out to Syracuse, NY to pursue his academics, Cook was met with a vibrant local music scene the likes of which he had never felt in Brussels. A home found in basement shows and the will to not only make music, but be part of a new and exciting culture of ‘do it yourself’ diligence.

After two years, and two bedroom-recorded albums under the name Spark Alaska, it was time to break out of the quiet and comfortable shell Cook had made for himself.

Equipped with an old Peavey guitar, a microphone that had never been yelled into before, and a handful of musician friends to take over for Lorenzo’s inept rhythmic abilities, Petite League was born. It was the snotty, noisey music that Cook had always wanted to make.

Dibs Hawaii.
Petite League Lyrics

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I just wanna be your internet surfer boyfriend
I just wanna be your Hawaiian Vampire friend

It's alright if you say no, I didn't call dibs, I didn't know
It's alright if you say no, I didn't call dibs, I didn't know

I wish I could have misspelled words in the right way for you
I wish I had enjoyed the songs that I found so unpleasant

No we weren't all born in Brooklyn, I was raised another way
No we weren't all born in Brooklyn and I don't care about LA.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to the song "Dibs Hawaii" by Petite League delve into themes of longing, unrequited love, and the desire for connection. The singer expresses his desire to be someone's significant other, specifically an "internet surfer boyfriend" and a "Hawaiian Vampire friend." This speaks to the modern age of technology and the longing for a deep connection that can be found online. The choice of the term "internet surfer" suggests the singer's willingness to explore and navigate the digital world in order to be close to someone.

The lines "It's alright if you say no, I didn't call dibs, I didn't know" indicate that the singer is open to rejection and understands that the other person may not feel the same way. The phrase "I didn't call dibs, I didn't know" expresses a sense of innocence and unawareness, suggesting that the singer may not have anticipated the depth of their emotions until now.

The second verse focuses on personal regrets and unfulfilled desires. The line "I wish I could have misspelled words in the right way for you" suggests a desire to be more skilled in expressing affection and communicating effectively. The following line, "I wish I had enjoyed the songs that I found so unpleasant," could signify a desire to appreciate things that the other person enjoys, even if they may not align with the singer's personal taste.

The final lines of the song emphasize the singer's individuality and disinterest in conforming to societal norms. The statement "No, we weren't all born in Brooklyn, I was raised another way" implies a distinction from the typical Brooklynite lifestyle. Similarly, the line "I don't care about LA" suggests a disregard for the glitz and glamour associated with Los Angeles. These lyrics hint at the singer's sense of self and their refusal to conform to expectations.

Overall, the lyrics of "Dibs Hawaii" combine themes of longing, self-discovery, and a desire for genuine connection. It speaks to the complexities of modern relationships and the search for love in the digital age.

Line by Line Meaning

I just wanna be your internet surfer boyfriend
I desire to be your significant other who navigates the online world with you

I just wanna be your Hawaiian Vampire friend
I want to be a close companion to you, embracing a mysterious and unconventional persona like a vampire in Hawaii

It's alright if you say no, I didn't call dibs, I didn't know
I acknowledge and accept your rejection without any prior claim or expectation on my part

I wish I could have misspelled words in the right way for you
I regret not being able to intentionally misspell words in a way that would appeal to your preferences

I wish I had enjoyed the songs that I found so unpleasant
I regret not finding pleasure in the same songs that I initially disliked, as if my taste was aligned with yours

No we weren't all born in Brooklyn, I was raised another way
Not all of us originated from Brooklyn; I, on the other hand, was brought up under different circumstances

No we weren't all born in Brooklyn and I don't care about LA.
We didn't all have a Brooklyn upbringing, and moreover, I do not hold any strong attachment or interest towards Los Angeles

Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: LORENZO GILLIS COOK

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