Weekend
TheBirthdayMassacre Lyrics
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Black out, two nights killing off a best friend
Fall out like soldiers walking off the deep end
Hands out, don't stop marching till the hearts rend
The time goes by and sets the stage
They play their parts and act their age
They never forget the lines that they say
I promise you one day
I promise you always
We'll make it out one day
I promise you always
Nights out, girls keep walking on the East End
White out, two lights shining on a dead end
Drawn out like circles trailing off the pavement
Stand out, don't stop marching till the hearts mend
As time goes by, we set the stage
We play the parts and act our age
We'll never forget the words that they'd say
Talking slowly
I promise you one day
I promise you always
We'll make it out one day
I promise you always
I promise you one day
I promise you always
We'll make it out one day
I promise you always
The lyrics of the song "Weekend" by TheBirthdayMassacre describe the cyclic nature of life and its rituals. The first verse describes the monotonous routine of boys sleepwalking on the weekend and killing off their best friend while trying to experience something different. The second verse, on the other hand, talks about how girls walk on the East End, face disappointment, circulate in circles, and walk till their hearts mend. The chorus emphasizes the recurring promises of hope and assurance to get out of the routine and experience a brighter future someday.
The lines “As time goes by, we set the stage, We play the parts, and act our age” emphasize how people follow societal norms and expectations, and it becomes a part of their identity. Furthermore, "We'll never forget the words that they'd say; Talking slowly" alludes to the influence of significant others and how their words shape our perspectives and expectations.
The song "Weekend" addresses the challenges of breaking free from ingrained societal norms and perspectives. The lyrics portray the vicious cycle of monotony and disappointment, and the promises that keep us holding on to our dreams. The song encourages listeners to remain hopeful about the future and not give up on their aspirations.
Line by Line Meaning
Lights out, boys sleepwalking on the weekend
Boys are irresponsibly wandering around, walking aimlessly without supervision during the weekend.
Black out, two nights killing off a best friend
They spent two nights recklessly harming or destroying their close relationship with a best friend.
Fall out like soldiers walking off the deep end
The group fell apart or disbanded like soldiers losing their discipline and charging towards the deeper end of a conflict.
Hands out, don't stop marching till the hearts rend
They won't give up even if it means their hearts will be broken in the end, constantly moving forward and fighting for their goals.
The time goes by and sets the stage
As time passes, it creates the circumstances and experiences that will shape their lives and influences their decisions.
They play their parts and act their age
People behave according to social conventions and expectations of their age group.
They never forget the lines that they say
People stick to their beliefs, values, and promises despite external influences and time.
Speaking slowly
Delivery of speech is not rushed or hurried.
I promise you one day
The artist assures the listener that one day their aspirations will be fulfilled.
I promise you always
The artist promises to never abandon, negate, or forget their friendship and commitment to the listener.
Nights out, girls keep walking on the East End
Girls wander on the streets of the East End even during the night, despite possible danger and societal norms.
White out, two lights shining on a dead end
The situation seems hopeless, represented by the two lights shining on a dead end street during a whiteout.
Drawn out like circles trailing off the pavement
The problem or situation has exceeded its original scope and has become a never-ending cycle, represented by the circles on the pavement.
Stand out, don't stop marching till the hearts mend
Keep moving forward despite the pain and struggle, persevere until healing is attained.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group, Downtown Music Publishing, BMG Rights Management
Written by: CHARLES FARRAR, DEBORAH HARRY, T. HUSTON, L. KAFI, KENNETH LEE LATTIMORE, ERITZA LAUES, CHRISTOPER STEIN, TROY TAYLOR
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