Those Nights
Skilletā Lyrics
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We used to laugh
About nothing at all
It was better than going mad
From trying to solve all the problems we're going through
Forget 'em all
'Cause all those nights we would stand and never fall
Together we faced it all
Stay up late and we'd talk all night
In a dark room lit by the tv light
Through all the hard times in my life
Those nights kept me alive
We'd listen to the radio play all night
Didn't want to go home to another fight
Through all the hard times in my life
Those nights kept me alive
I remember when
We used to drive
Anywhere but here
As long as we'd forget our lives
We were so young and confused that we didn't know
To laugh or cry
Those nights were ours
They will live and never die
Together we'd stand forever
Remember when we'd
Those nights belong to us
There's nothing wrong with us
I remember when
We used to laugh
And now I wish those nights would last
Skillet's song Those Nights explores the theme of friendship and how it can be an anchor in life's struggles. The song delves into remembering the good times shared with friends and how they were a source of solace and support in tough times. When life gets tough and overwhelming, the song suggests that it is important to let go of worries and embrace the good memories that can keep one going.
The lyrics open with nostalgia about the good old days when the friends used to laugh about anything and everything. The memories of the carefree days are a stark contrast to the problems they now face in their lives. The lyrics capture the comforting feeling of being in the company of friends that makes one feel like they can conquer anything together. The chorus emphasises how the night-time conversations and camaraderie were beneficial for the singer, commenting on how they kept them alive through their struggles.
The second verse explores the idea of escaping from the struggles of life with friends, and how the friends were the refuge from their troubled lives. It empathizes with the difficulties of being young and confused, where one may not know whether to laugh or cry. But the lyrics suggest that the joy of friendship and the memories of the good times make life worth it.
Overall the song is a tribute to the healing power of friendships and how good memories can be a source of comfort and support in life’s toughest moments.
Line by Line Meaning
I remember when
Reflecting on past times
We used to laugh
Recalling happy memories
About nothing at all
The simplicity of our joy
It was better than going mad
Those moments kept us sane
From trying to solve all the problems we're going through
The difficulties of our lives
Forget 'em all
Letting go of our troubles
'Cause all those nights we would stand and never fall
The strength of our bond
Together we faced it all
Overcoming challenges as a team
Remember when we'd
Reflecting on another happy memory
Stay up late and we'd talk all night
Sharing our thoughts and feelings
In a dark room lit by the tv light
Painting a picture of our setting
Through all the hard times in my life
Persevering through trying experiences
Those nights kept me alive
The importance of their companionship
We'd listen to the radio play all night
Sharing the pleasure of music
Didn't want to go home to another fight
Escaping from their troubles
Those nights kept me alive
Offering support through their struggles
I remember when
Reflecting again
We used to drive
Traveling together
Anywhere but here
Seeking adventure
As long as we'd forget our lives
Escaping from their realities
We were so young and confused that we didn't know
Admitting their naivete
To laugh or cry
Feeling emotionally unstable
Those nights were ours
The significance of those memories
They will live and never die
The memories will always be important
Together we'd stand forever
Their friendship was unbreakable
Remember when we'd
Reflecting on yet another happy memory
Those nights belong to us
Their memories are unique to them
There's nothing wrong with us
Accepting themselves and their past
I remember when
Final reflection
We used to laugh
Closing with a recall of laughter
And now I wish those nights would last
Reaffirming the importance of those memories
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., BMG Rights Management
Written by: JOHN COOPER, JOHN LANDRUM COOPER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Dr. Dhyan
I can feel your eyes in the back of my head
Burning, burning, burning
Floating through the room as the hairs on my arms are
Rising, rising, rising
I'm chemically drawn closer to you
Eyes wide, eyes wide open
Will you be my future or just an escape?
Love me, love me, love me
You'll never get to heaven on a night like this
Those nights when your friends are gone
When you're holding on for someone to leave with
Those nights when you crave someone
To be there at dawn, to wake with, 'cause aren't we all just
Looking for a little bit of hope these days?
Looking for somebody you can wake up with?
Looking for a little bit of hope these days?
We are, we are
Pulling at my t-shirt, your hands everywhere
Rising, rising, rising
As you trip and fall, dragging me up the stairs
What's your, what's your name, now?
You try to get to heaven on a night like this
But you, you never get to heaven on a night like this
Those nights when your friends are gone
When you're holding on for someone to leave with
Those nights when you crave someone
To be there at dawn, to wake with, 'cause aren't we all just
Looking for a little bit of hope these days?
Looking for somebody you can wake up with?
Looking for a little bit of hope these days?
We are, we are
The lights, the lights, the lights
They cut a path across the room
The lights, the lights, the lights
A blinding look from me to you
And I'll be your rabbit in the headlights
We'll never get to heaven
I'll be your rabbit in the headlights
We'll never get to heaven
Those nights when your friends are gone
When you're holding on for someone to leave with
Those nights when you crave someone
To be there at dawn, to wake with, 'cause aren't we all just
Looking for a little bit of hope these days?
Looking for somebody you can wake up with?
Looking for a little bit of hope these days?
We are, we are
Ooh-ooh-ooh
Ooh-ooh-ooh
Yeah, yeah
My brain
Amritpal Moga
L Y R I C S > >
[Verse 1]
I can feel your eyes in the back of my head
Burning, burning, burning
Floating through the room as the hairs on my arms are
Rising, rising, rising
I'm chemically drawn closer to you
Eyes wide, eyes wide open
Will you be my future or just an escape?
Love me, love me, love me
[Pre-Chorus]
You'll never get to heaven on a night like this
[Chorus]
Those nights when your friends are gone
When you're holding on for someone to leave with
Those nights when you crave someone
To be there at dawn, to wake with, 'cause aren't we all just
Looking for a little bit of hope these days?
Looking for somebody you can wake up with?
Looking for a little bit of hope these days?
We are, we are
[Verse 2]
Pulling at my t-shirt, your hands everywhere
Rising, rising, rising
As you trip and fall, dragging me up the stairs
What's your, what's your name, now?
[Pre-Chorus]
You try to get to heaven on a night like this
But you, you never get to heaven on a night like this
[Chorus]
Those nights when your friends are gone
When you're holding on for someone to leave with
Those nights when you crave someone
To be there at dawn, to wake with, 'cause aren't we all just
Looking for a little bit of hope these days?
Looking for somebody you can wake up with?
Looking for a little bit of hope these days?
We are, we are
[Bridge]
The lights, the lights, the lights
They cut a path across the room
The lights, the lights, the lights
A blinding look from me to you
And I'll be your rabbit in the headlights
We'll never get to heaven
I'll be your rabbit in the headlights
We'll never get to heaven
[Chorus]
Those nights when your friends are gone
When you're holding on for someone to leave with
Those nights when you crave someone
To be there at dawn, to wake with, 'cause aren't we all just
Looking for a little bit of hope these days?
Looking for somebody you can wake up with?
Looking for a little bit of hope these days?
We are, we are
[Outro]
Ooh-ooh-ooh
Ooh-ooh-ooh
Yeah, yeah
My brain
Sofía P.
When Dan sang “those nights when your friends are gone and you’re holding on”, bro I really felt that.
hippient
A little refference to Skulls, maybe?
Sofía P.
hippient oh yess!! “when all of our friends are dead and just a memory” right?
SaphiraTessa
Friends? What's that? Food? cries softly
hippient
@Sofía P. yesss 💛
Jenny
SaphiraTessa I’m crying with you
Alexandra Dalby
I will never. Ever. Get sick of Bastille. Every song speaks to my soul ❤️ so beautiful 😭
Alexandra M
I'm absolutely gobsmacked. I've never been a huge pop fan, but Bastille has always been an exception. This song and this video are absolutely gorgeous.
Savi
This has to be one of my favorite music videos. It's so simplistic but so visually interesting. And the vibes are immaculate 👌
EL
When a band can understand your feelings at the moment better than anyone. Can't wait for the new masterpiece!