Basement Stairs
Real Friends Lyrics


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I still see us sitting on that old couch
'Til the sun comes up
Listening to sad songs
We spent our time with smiles on our faces
I know it sounds selfish but I'll miss those days
I know it sounds selfish

Honestly, as time goes on
Change becomes a fence that I can't climb
But as I start to feel that change
It all becomes a wall that blocks my mind

The Fall leaves flying through the driveway
Keep triggering these memories of you
I'm torn apart with how our lives are changing
I'm sure it sounds selfish, I'm just being honest
I know it sounds selfish
But I'm trying to be honest

Honestly, as time goes on
Change becomes a fence that I can't climb
But as I start to feel that change
It all becomes a wall that blocks my mind

Let's go back to when thing weren't complicated
Let's go back to all those old dashboard songs
Let's go back to smoking on the side of my old house
We can never go back, we'll never go back
We'll never go back

Honestly, as time goes on
Change becomes a fence that I can't climb
But as I start to feel that change
It all becomes a wall that blocks my mind





I know it sounds selfish
I'm just being honest

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Basement Stairs" by Real Friends evoke feelings of nostalgia and longing for the past. The first verse reminisces about happy times spent together, sitting on an old couch, listening to sad songs until the sun rises. The lyrics express a bittersweet sentiment, admitting that although it may sound selfish, the singer will miss those days and the happiness they brought.


The second verse delves deeper into the theme of change and how it can be difficult to navigate. The metaphor of change becoming a fence that the singer cannot climb suggests that they feel trapped or hindered by the changes happening in their life. As they try to adapt and come to terms with change, it morphs into a wall that blocks their thoughts and emotions, further complicating their struggle.


The mention of Fall leaves flying through the driveway triggers memories of someone significant in the singer's life. These memories serve as reminders of how their lives are evolving and becoming more complex. The singer acknowledges that their feelings of longing and resistance to change may come across as selfish, but they are simply being honest about their emotions.


The chorus reinforces the theme of longing for the past and the impossibility of returning to those simpler times. The singer yearns to go back to when things were uncomplicated, when they listened to old dashboard songs and smoked by their old house. However, they come to the realization that going back is not possible, resigning themselves to the fact that they can never return to the past.


Overall, the lyrics of "Basement Stairs" capture the conflicting emotions of nostalgia, longing, and resistance to change. The singer grapples with the complexities of life moving forward while simultaneously yearning for the simplicity and happiness of the past.


Line by Line Meaning

I still see us sitting on that old couch
I can still vividly imagine the moments we spent sitting on that old couch


'Til the sun comes up
We would stay there until the sun rose


Listening to sad songs
We would listen to melancholic music together


We spent our time with smiles on our faces
Despite any personal struggles, we managed to find joy in each other's presence


I know it sounds selfish but I'll miss those days
I am aware that it may seem self-centered, but I genuinely long for those days


Honestly, as time goes on
In all honesty, as time passes


Change becomes a fence that I can't climb
The process of change feels like an insurmountable barrier blocking my progress


But as I start to feel that change
However, as I begin to experience the effects of change


It all becomes a wall that blocks my mind
It transforms into an impenetrable obstacle that hinders my thinking and emotions


The Fall leaves flying through the driveway
The image of autumn leaves blowing across the driveway


Keep triggering these memories of you
Continuously evoke memories of you


I'm torn apart with how our lives are changing
I am deeply affected by the way our lives are transforming


I'm sure it sounds selfish, I'm just being honest
I understand it might sound self-centered, but I am simply expressing my genuine feelings


Let's go back to when thing weren't complicated
Let's return to a time when everything was simpler and less complex


Let's go back to all those old dashboard songs
Let's revisit the music we used to listen to together


Let's go back to smoking on the side of my old house
Let's reminisce about the times we would smoke on the side of my previous residence


We can never go back, we'll never go back
We are unable to recreate or relive those moments, they are forever gone


I know it sounds selfish
I am aware that it may come across as self-centered


I'm just being honest
But I am merely expressing my honest emotions




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Written by: KYLE FASEL

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

Dvoki

[Verse 1]
I still see us sitting on that old couch
'Til the sun comes up
Listening to sad songs
We spent our time with smiles on our faces
I know it sounds selfish but I'll miss those days
I know it sounds selfish

[Chorus]
Honestly, as time goes on
Change becomes a fence that I can't climb
But as I start to feel that change
It all becomes a wall across my mind

[Verse 2]
The Fall leaves flying through the driveway
Keep triggering these memories of you
I'm torn apart with how our lives are changing
I'm sure it sounds selfish, I'm just being honest
I know it sounds selfish
But I'm trying to be honest

[Chorus]
Honestly, as time goes on
Change becomes a fence that I can't climb
But as I start to feel that change
It all becomes a wall across

a wall that blocks** my mind

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my mind

[Bridge]
Let's go back to when thing weren't comlicated
Let's go back to all those old dashboard songs
Let's go back to smoking on the side of my old house
We can never go back, we'll never go back
We'll never go back

[Chorus]
Honestly, as time goes on
Change becomes a fence that I can't climb
But as I start to feel that change
It all becomes a wall across my mind

I know it sounds selfish
I'm just being honest



All comments from YouTube:

Dvoki

[Verse 1]
I still see us sitting on that old couch
'Til the sun comes up
Listening to sad songs
We spent our time with smiles on our faces
I know it sounds selfish but I'll miss those days
I know it sounds selfish

[Chorus]
Honestly, as time goes on
Change becomes a fence that I can't climb
But as I start to feel that change
It all becomes a wall across my mind

[Verse 2]
The Fall leaves flying through the driveway
Keep triggering these memories of you
I'm torn apart with how our lives are changing
I'm sure it sounds selfish, I'm just being honest
I know it sounds selfish
But I'm trying to be honest

[Chorus]
Honestly, as time goes on
Change becomes a fence that I can't climb
But as I start to feel that change
It all becomes a wall across

a wall that blocks** my mind

READ MORE

my mind

[Bridge]
Let's go back to when thing weren't comlicated
Let's go back to all those old dashboard songs
Let's go back to smoking on the side of my old house
We can never go back, we'll never go back
We'll never go back

[Chorus]
Honestly, as time goes on
Change becomes a fence that I can't climb
But as I start to feel that change
It all becomes a wall across my mind

I know it sounds selfish
I'm just being honest

Justin Rubin

This song brings back the old Real Friends sound. Especially at 1:50 - 2:15 I love it ❤️

Gabriel Monteiro

simplesmente pfto

David idk

Favorite song on the album

Judy Howell

took me awhile to actually like this band real friends and now i can't wait to buy there albums as soon as I have money to spend

Gaby M

reminds me of a song from their put yourself back together ep... I love it

Jay Anthony

Favorite album released this year tbh

BB Hogan

Just booked tickets to see these boys for a couple dates in december👍🏼👍🏼

ThatLilyGirl

Just bought four tickets to see them the day after my birthday ☺️☺️

Leslie Rodriguez

Rad. So happy for you guys!

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