Formed as a battlecry against the restlessness and mundanity of rural life, Priestgate began as a reaction to the sparse local music scene around them, which in turn has allowed them to craft and develop their own unique sound without the added pressure of conformity. Drawing comparisons to The Cure and The Maccabees, Priestgate have combined bright guitar-pop hooks with darker lyrical sensibilities, concocting their own angst-laden blend of the hypnotic and euphoric.
NOW
Priestgate Lyrics
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Now that I see
I see what you can be
To see what no one sees
I like it when you cry
It makes you lovable
Now
I see what you can be
To see what no one sees
And now
Now that I see
I see what you can be
To see what no one sees
When
When will I change
I′ll make the same mistake
I guess I'll never know
That′s how it goes
Holding on to hope
Holding on too long
Holding on to hope
And now
Now that I see
I see what you can be
To see what no one sees
And now
Now that I see
I see what you can be
To see what no one sees
Just go
Just watch it go
As if I'd always known
As if I'd always shown
And just go
Just watch it go
As if I′d always known
As if I′d always shown
The lyrics of Priestgate's song "Now" are an expression of the singer's understanding and realization of someone's potential. The singer notes that they can now see the extent of the person's capabilities, observing qualities that are not apparent to others. They revel in seeing beyond what others see, admiring what the person is capable of. When the singer says, "I like it when you cry, It makes you lovable," they may be referring to a vulnerable side of the individual and suggesting that it makes them more relatable and likable.
The second half of the song reflects on the singer's reluctance to change, their attachment to what they know and their hesitancy to take risks. The phrase, "Holding on to hope, Holding on too long," may suggest that the singer is holding onto beliefs that no longer serve them. Finally, the singer lets go by encouraging the person they admire to move forward, acknowledging that they've always known what the individual could achieve.
Overall, "Now" is an ode to the beauty of recognizing someone's hidden potential and the importance of letting go of limiting beliefs to attain success.
Line by Line Meaning
Now
In the current moment
Now that I see
Since I've gained understanding
I see what you can be
I recognize your potential
To see what no one sees
To have insight that others lack
I like it when you cry
I find your vulnerability endearing
It makes you lovable
It increases my affection for you
When will I change
When will I improve myself
I'll make the same mistake
I'll repeat past errors
I guess I'll never know
I'm uncertain if I'll make progress
That's how it goes
That's the typical outcome
Holding on to hope
Maintaining optimism
Holding on too long
Continuing to have hope beyond reason
Just go
Simply leave or depart
Just watch it go
Observe it fade away
As if I'd always known
As though I had prior knowledge
As if I'd always shown
As though I had previously demonstrated
Contributed by Molly L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@zachmongoe
Beautiful. Perfection. 2020 summer vibe.
@krisatkins6106
I saw Priestgate for the first time at Community festival and it was one of the highlights for me, you guys sound amazing! This tune is my favourite right now, summer vibes!
@erikdesouza7061
🇧🇷 Que música linda ❤️ 🤟
@ricardokool1
GREAT BAND
@zgjun1309
De las mejores que pude haber encontrado.
@craigeagle4526
Terrific track!
@priestgate
Craig Eagle Cheers!
@EaglesNestRadio
Great track!
@catsyrhy662
this is really great xx
@Vlad169mir
Great!!