Party Time
Phœnix Lyrics


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Summertime is gone
And I don't wanna lose you
I don't wanna see you any more
Forget about the sun

I want my city
I want what's pretty too
Party time Party time
Party time Party time

Take me to the place
That makes me happy
I think I'm ready too
Don't cha know my name

I knew it yesterday
We don't have much to say
Party time Party time
Party time Party time

Summertime is gone
And I don't wanna lose you
I don't wanna see you any more
Forget about the sun

I want my city
I want what's pretty, too




Party time Party time
Party time Party time

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of the song "Party Time" by Phœnix capture the bittersweet feeling of the end of summer and a desire to hold on to the memories and connections made during that time. The singer expresses reluctance to let go of someone, perhaps a romantic partner, as the season changes. The mention of "Summertime is gone" sets the tone for the song, highlighting the fleeting nature of summer and the impending feeling of separation.


The repetition of the line "I don't wanna lose you" emphasizes the fear of losing someone significant, indicating a strong emotional attachment that the singer wants to preserve. The line "Forget about the sun" could symbolize a desire to forget about the carefree days of summer and focus on the present moment, perhaps implying a sense of urgency in the relationship.


The mention of wanting the city and what is pretty suggests a longing for familiarity and beauty in the surroundings. The repeated refrain of "Party time Party time" conveys a sense of celebration and liveliness, despite the underlying melancholy tone of the lyrics. The singer desires to be taken to a place that brings happiness, indicating a search for joy and fulfillment in the midst of uncertainty.


The lyric "Don't cha know my name" could signify a yearning for recognition and understanding from others, as well as a desire to be seen and heard. The reference to knowing something yesterday and not having much to say now hints at a sense of nostalgia and a lack of words to express the complexity of emotions. Overall, the lyrics of "Party Time" blend themes of love, loss, and longing, capturing the essence of a transitional period and the emotional turbulence that comes with it.


Line by Line Meaning

Summertime is gone
The carefree days of summer have passed


And I don't wanna lose you
I'm afraid of losing you


I don't wanna see you any more
I can't bear the thought of being without you


Forget about the sun
Let's move on from the past and focus on the present


I want my city
I long for the familiarity and comfort of my city


I want what's pretty too
I desire beauty and happiness in my life


Party time Party time
It's time to celebrate and have fun


Take me to the place
Bring me to a location where I feel content


That makes me happy
That brings joy to my heart


I think I'm ready too
I believe I'm prepared for a change


Don't cha know my name
A reminder of my identity and presence


I knew it yesterday
I had a feeling about this in the past


We don't have much to say
There's not much left unsaid between us


And I don't wanna lose you
Reiterating the fear of losing you


I don't wanna see you any more
Emphasizing the importance of your presence in my life


Forget about the sun
Let go of what has passed and look towards the future


I want my city
The longing for a familiar place of comfort


I want what's pretty too
Seeking out beauty and happiness


Party time Party time
Time to let loose and enjoy the moment


Party time Party time
Reinforcing the call to celebrate and have fun




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: CHRISTIAN MAZZALAI, FREDERIC MOULIN, LAURENT MAZZALAI, THOMAS CROQUET

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