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.

Surviving October
Petite League Lyrics

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I don't want to taste your summer cum
and you don't want to taste mine
I don't think I've ever loved anyone
but she never let me call her mine
you never let me call you mine

I remember details of your living room
You remember skinny sea dippin'

I don't give a fuck about anyone
but she never let me call her mine
you never let me call you mine

Give me a reason
Take me to rehab
I lost my ticket and my head at the bottom of hell
You're the best and worst I've ever had

I can peel an orange in one whole piece
I can leave a fight in two
You've never been in love with you so you don't know what I'm going through.
You don't know what I'm going through

Give me a reason
Take me to rehab

I lost my ticket and my head at the bottom of hell
You're the best and worst I've ever had

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "Surviving October" by Petite League explore themes of complicated relationships and personal struggles. The singer describes a tumultuous and potentially toxic romantic connection, acknowledging that neither person truly wants to commit to each other. There is a sense of emotional detachment and a lack of true love experienced by the singer. The line "I don't think I've ever loved anyone but she never let me call her mine" suggests that while the singer may have strong feelings for this person, they are not reciprocated fully.

The second verse mentions specific memories, such as details of a living room and skinny sea-dipping, indicating a sense of nostalgia or longing for the past. Despite the singer's indifference towards others, they still yearn for a deeper connection with the person they are addressing, but never truly attain it. The repetition of "you never let me call you mine" emphasizes the lack of commitment and emotional unavailability present in the relationship.

The chorus, with its plea for a reason and mention of rehab and losing oneself, suggests a desire for escape or change. The singer feels trapped or lost and looks to external factors for guidance or a way out. They also describe the person they are addressing as the best and worst they've ever had, highlighting the complexity and conflicting emotions associated with this relationship.

The bridge showcases a sense of self-dependence and resilience, with the singer asserting their ability to complete tasks like peeling an orange and leaving a fight. However, they also lament that the addressee has never truly been in love with themselves, implying a lack of understanding or empathy for the singer's struggles.

Overall, "Surviving October" delves into the complexities of a complicated relationship and the personal challenges faced by the singer. It explores themes of emotional detachment, unrequited love, and the longing for connection while dealing with personal struggles.

Line by Line Meaning

I don't want to taste your summer cum
I don't desire to experience your temporary pleasure

and you don't want to taste mine
and you don't desire to experience mine

I don't think I've ever loved anyone
I don't believe I have truly loved anyone

but she never let me call her mine
but she never allowed me to claim her as my own

you never let me call you mine
you never allowed me to claim you as my own

I remember details of your living room
I vividly recall specific aspects of your living space

You remember skinny sea dippin'
You recall the moments of swimming in the ocean while being thin

I don't give a fuck about anyone
I don't care about anyone at all

but she never let me call her mine
but she never allowed me to claim her as my own

you never let me call you mine
you never allowed me to claim you as my own

Give me a reason
Provide me with an explanation

Take me to rehab
Bring me to a rehabilitation center

I lost my ticket and my head
I misplaced my ticket and my sanity

at the bottom of hell
in the depths of despair

You're the best and worst I've ever had
You are both the greatest and the worst experience I have ever encountered

I can peel an orange in one whole piece
I can remove the skin of an orange without breaking it

I can leave a fight in two
I can end a conflict by creating two separate parties

You've never been in love with you so you don't know what I'm going through
You have never truly loved yourself, so you cannot comprehend the struggles I am facing

You don't know what I'm going through
You lack understanding of the challenges I am experiencing

Give me a reason
Provide me with an explanation

Take me to rehab
Bring me to a rehabilitation center

I lost my ticket and my head
I misplaced my ticket and my sanity

at the bottom of hell
in the depths of despair

You're the best and worst I've ever had
You are both the greatest and the worst experience I have ever encountered

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

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