Consolation Prizes
Pheonix Lyrics
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When my godgiven little became a lot older
Goodbyes seal my broken heart
Hold on to your teardrops, you got a long way to go
Did you get older doing nothing today?
Don't you wanna stop complaining?
If one is easy then hard is two
Once my private collection, always betting on you
No consolation prizes
Spit out your lies and chewing gum
Cut off your hair—yeah that's it!
If you look like that I swear I'm gonna love you more
I thought about this for a long time
Never had the chance to try and make it better
My heart is waiting for a new you
And there's no other option on the schedule
Love like ours should never die with years
Once you start you can't ever go backwards
'Cause if dark is one then bright is two
No one knows where we're heading to
No matter what it takes, never give up on you
I want you to change it all
I am gonna make it better
No consolation prizes
Spit out your lies and chewing gum
Cut off your hair—yeah that's it!
If you look like that I swear I'm gonna love you more
No consolation prizes
Spit out your lies and chewing gum
Cut off your hair—yeah that's it!
If you look like that I swear I'm gonna love you more
More more more...
The lyrics of Phoenix's song "Consolation Prizes" seem to be about a relationship that has been going on for a while, but is facing some kind of hardship or change. The chorus repeats the line "no consolation prizes," which could suggest that the singer is not satisfied with some kind of compromise or half-hearted effort. Instead, they want the other person to make a real effort to change and improve things.
The opening lines set the scene in early September, which could represent the end of summer or a transition period. The phrase "my godgiven little" suggests that the relationship once felt special or blessed, but something has changed to make it "a lot older." The second verse seems to address the other person directly, urging them to stop complaining and take action. The sentiment "once my private collection, always betting on you" implies that the singer has invested a lot in the relationship and believes in the other person's potential.
The third verse began on a hopeful note, saying that love like theirs should never die with years. However, the line "once you start you can't ever go backwards" suggests that some kind of irreversible action has been taken or change has occurred. Despite this, the singer is still determined to make things better and urges the other person to change everything. The repetition of the chorus reinforces the idea that there can be no settling for less than what they both truly want.
Line by Line Meaning
It started all in early September
This is where it all began
When my godgiven little became a lot older
When something that was once small grew into something much bigger
Goodbyes seal my broken heart
Saying goodbye to someone causes deep emotional pain
Hold on to your teardrops, you got a long way to go
Don't waste your tears, because the journey ahead will be difficult
Did you get older doing nothing today?
Are you feeling unfulfilled with your life so far?
Don't you wanna stop complaining?
Instead of complaining, why not take action to change your situation?
If one is easy then hard is two
If something is easy, then the opposite must be difficult
No one knows where you're heading to
The future is uncertain
Once my private collection, always betting on you
I have always believed in you, even when no one else did
No consolation prizes
There are no rewards for mediocrity
Spit out your lies and chewing gum
Stop being dishonest and immature
Cut off your hair—yeah that's it!
Make a bold change to your appearance
If you look like that I swear I'm gonna love you more
I will love you unconditionally, regardless of your appearance
I thought about this for a long time
I have contemplated this deeply
Never had the chance to try and make it better
I regret not trying to improve the situation sooner
My heart is waiting for a new you
I am eager for you to change for the better
And there's no other option on the schedule
There is no other plan or course of action available
Love like ours should never die with years
Our love should remain strong despite the passing of time
Once you start you can't ever go backwards
Once you make progress, you cannot go back to the way things were before
'Cause if dark is one then bright is two
The opposite of something negative is something positive
No one knows where we're heading to
The future is always uncertain
No matter what it takes, never give up on you
Always believe in and persevere through difficult times
I want you to change it all
I am hoping for a complete transformation
I am gonna make it better
I will do everything in my power to improve the situation
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There is always room for improvement and growth
Contributed by Lillian R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@lucakaleb8797
It started all in early September
When my godgiven little became a lot older
Goodbyes seal my broken heart
Hold on to your teardrops, you got a long way to go
Did you get older doing nothing today?
Don't you wanna stop complaining?
If one is easy then hard is two
No one knows where you're heading to
Once my private collection, always betting on you
No consolation prizes
Spit out your lies and chewing gum
Cut off your hair—yeah that's it!
If you look like that I swear I'm gonna love you more
I thought about this for a long time
Never had the chance to try and make it better
My heart is waiting for a new you
And there's no other option on the schedule
Love like ours should never die with years
Once you start you can't ever go backwards
'Cause if dark is one then bright is two
No one knows where we're heading to
No matter what it takes, never give up on you
I want you to change it all
I am gonna make it better
No consolation prizes
Spit out your lies and chewing gum
Cut off your hair—yeah that's it!
If you look like that I swear I'm gonna love you more
No consolation prizes
Spit out your lies and chewing gum
Cut off your hair—yeah that's it!
If you look like that I swear I'm gonna love you more
More more more...
@marcellomatute4089
I dont know how this song dosent have more views. In my opinion, probably one of their best pieces.
@henrythegreatamerican8136
+Marcello Matute You can say the same thing about their song FENCES (the non mixed version)
@marcellomatute4089
+Henry TheGreatAmerican Can you believe it's been 2 and a half years since bankrupt came out?
@brodycantrell4534
One of the most soothing guitar beats ever
@pedrohenriquez.4667
+Brody Cantrell listen to Hills of eternity-Buckethead
@Biouke
So true. In France I remember the music video for If I Ever Feel Better ten years ago aired on music channels' night programs with other indie/electro/alternative groups, then we haven't heard of them until Wolfgang Amadeus when they had so much success overseas that we couldn't ignore them anymore. That's FIVE albums later! There's so much bands playing good music, if you don't beneficiate of a huge marketing plan you can stay in the shadows for quite a long time.
@Captain_Rhodes
if this came out in 1995 it could have been a big hit
@alexmtz191
this song is just fucking perfect
@TheAbbiedudette
Phoenix's sound is so, so JUICCYY
@eskimohugger1
This band and the Kooks have a special place in my heart