For those who waited a year, Rico Blanco's new album "Your Universe" is definitely worth it. It's a defining mark in the 35-year-old musician's career, and a reminder that he has the freedom to experiment and collaborate with others without compromising sound.
Through the ten tracks of "Your Universe," we can confirm that Rico's personal passions are gracefully translated into songs distinctly and undeniably his, even as he collaborates with some of the industry’s best musicians for this album.
He knows how to tickle the fancy of Filipinos by delivering the right amount of romantic prose minus the extra saccharine shot of sap. Perhaps it can be said that he knows the formula of the Filipino's heart which makes his music work. Definition and identity. This is what sets Rico Blanco apart from most of the local acts. He knows his niche in the industry and makes his mark the way a true blooded artist should: original and a strong definition of one's identity.
Neon Lights
Rico Blanco Lyrics
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Melting in time
Time is a license
To commit a crime
Love is drug that
Keeps us insane
We are not different
We′re not the same
He's waiting for the drink in her hand to turn into a kiss
She starts to wonder why her heart′s beating like this
I cannot believe my eyes
Color ocean paradise
Dancing until the sunrise
Under the neon lights (under the neon lights)
Life is a comet
Melting in space
Time is a license to commit mistakes
Love is drug that
Keeps us insane
We are not different
We're not the same
He's waiting for the drink in her hand to turn into a kiss
She starts to wonder why her heart′s beating like this
I cannot believe my eyes
Color ocean paradise
Dancing until the sunrise
Under the neon lights (under the neon lights)
I cannot believe my eyes
The color ocean paradise
Dancing until the sunrise
Under the neon lights (under the neon lights)
Hold me close and
Leave me never
Hold me tight in
Your arms tonight
Hold me close and
Leave me never
Hold me tight in
Your arms tonight (tonight)
In Rico Blanco's song "Neon Lights", he portrays life, time, and love in a unique and insightful way. The first stanza describes life as a comet, which implies that life is short and fleeting. Time is described as a license to commit a crime, representing the idea that time can be used both positively and negatively. Love, on the other hand, is portrayed as a powerful drug that keeps people insane. It is a paradox that can bring immense joy and incapacitating pain at the same time.
The chorus section talks about the magical moments under the neon lights of a club, where the singer is enchanted by the colorful paradise and their state of mind under the influence of love and alcohol. The line "He's waiting for the drink in her hand to turn into a kiss" suggests a desire for intimacy and connection with the other person, and the line "She starts to wonder why her heart's beating like this" implies that she is feeling a strong emotional connection with the person she is with. The repetition of the line "I cannot believe my eyes, color ocean paradise, dancing until the sunrise" further emphasizes the enchanting experience of being in that moment.
The final stanza talks about the desire for intimacy and human connection; the singer pleads for the other person to hold them close and not leave them, as if asking for eternal love and affection. Overall, the song is an introspective portrayal of life, time, and love, with a specific focus on the magical moments under neon lights.
Line by Line Meaning
Life is a comet
Life moves quickly and can be spectacular.
Melting in time
Life fades and disappears as time passes by.
Time is a license
Time gives us permission to do things, good or bad.
To commit a crime
Time allows us to make mistakes, some of which can hurt others.
Love is drug that
Love has a powerful hold on us, even to the point of causing madness.
Keeps us insane
Love has the power to drive us crazy with its intensity and unpredictability.
We are not different
Despite our unique experiences, we are all human and share common traits.
We′re not the same
Despite our commonalities, we all have our own distinct personalities and perspectives.
He's waiting for the drink in her hand to turn into a kiss
He's anticipating a romantic gesture from her.
She starts to wonder why her heart′s beating like this
She is unsure of her own feelings and is experiencing heart palpitations.
I cannot believe my eyes
I am amazed and delighted by what I see.
Color ocean paradise
The surroundings are beautiful, colorful, and reminiscent of a tropical paradise.
Dancing until the sunrise
We are enjoying each other's company and letting loose until the early hours of the morning.
Under the neon lights (under the neon lights)
We are surrounded by the colorful and vibrant atmosphere of the city at night.
Hold me close and
I want to be held tightly and feel loved.
Leave me never
I never want to be without this person.
Hold me tight in
I want to feel secure in your embrace.
Your arms tonight
I want to spend the night with you.
Writer(s): Rico Blanco
Contributed by Abigail D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@jessafayeelli3346
Life is a comet
Melting in time
Time is a license
To commit a crime
Love is drug that
Keeps us insane
We are not different
We're not the same
He's waiting for the drink in her hand to turn into a kiss
She starts to wonder why her heart's beating like this
I cannot believe my eyes
Color ocean paradise
Dancing until the sunrise
Under the neon lights (under the neon lights)
Life is a comet
Melting in space
Time is a license to commit mistakes
Love is drug that
Keeps us insane
We are not different
We're not the same
He's waiting for the drink in her hand to turn into a kiss
She starts to wonder why her heart's beating like this
I cannot believe my eyes
Color ocean paradise
Dancing until the sunrise
Under the neon lights (under the neon lights)
I cannot believe my eyes
The color ocean paradise
Dancing until the sunrise
Under the neon lights (under the neon lights)
Hold me close and
Leave me never
Hold me tight in
Your arms tonight
Hold me close and
Leave me never
Hold me tight in
Your arms tonight (tonight)
@bim2425
Been listening to this over and over again. Great Rico!👌💯
@MrMIDIMANIAC
I'm glad to have lived in an age where a talented song maker named Rico Blanco exists..to have listened to his songs is one of the good things, for me, this life can offer!
@star27inthenightsky
this might be my favorite rico blanco song. i love everything he's made, but there's just something so magical about this song. for some reason, this just speaks to my soul.
@dhaangbderes89
nagtataka talaga ako bat hindi masyado gumawa ng ingay ang kanta nato.. one of the best ni rico. Baka kapag pinasok sa tiktok to, baka magingay sa mainstream to after 11 years of released. Ikaw naunang nagpauso ng Techno music dito, rico.
@jessafayeelli3346
Life is a comet
Melting in time
Time is a license
To commit a crime
Love is drug that
Keeps us insane
We are not different
We're not the same
He's waiting for the drink in her hand to turn into a kiss
She starts to wonder why her heart's beating like this
I cannot believe my eyes
Color ocean paradise
Dancing until the sunrise
Under the neon lights (under the neon lights)
Life is a comet
Melting in space
Time is a license to commit mistakes
Love is drug that
Keeps us insane
We are not different
We're not the same
He's waiting for the drink in her hand to turn into a kiss
She starts to wonder why her heart's beating like this
I cannot believe my eyes
Color ocean paradise
Dancing until the sunrise
Under the neon lights (under the neon lights)
I cannot believe my eyes
The color ocean paradise
Dancing until the sunrise
Under the neon lights (under the neon lights)
Hold me close and
Leave me never
Hold me tight in
Your arms tonight
Hold me close and
Leave me never
Hold me tight in
Your arms tonight (tonight)
@josenotmarichan
Oh wow. This song is 10 years old and it still sounds new!
@yzmaronmione
i love the 80's feel of this song. Rico Blanco has done it again! And by "it" I mean being awesome.
@user-xx3tz5mh4f
Lupet talaga ni Rico. My fave since 2010. Grabe yung feels nung song at mv HAAAAY
@markello
i have always looked up to rico blanco since rivermaya days. :) and i'm grateful that he's such a great artist. i believe his songs will never fade. :) rock on RICO!
@nalieoros
Agree