The Adored are a four piece band from LA that play punk rock/indie/power po… Read Full Bio ↴The Adored are a four piece band from LA that play punk rock/indie/power pop music.

Featuring former Carry On vocalist Ryan George and one time Carry On drummer Nat Keefer, Drew on guitar, and Max on bass; this foursome plays catchy pop music.

Signed to V2 Records, they have released a five song EP in 2005 with a debut album entitled A New Language, slated for release in July.

Young Again
The Adored Lyrics

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Youth is wasted on the young
Work commands, and then you're done
You've got nothing to fill your days
It makes no sense to act your age
Tell me what's the point of speaking out
With a sunken voice and touch of doubt
No ideas of what to do
In a city of snakes, untamed but true

Streets possessed by endless nights
Block out the days, trip the lights
You've wasted it, you've wasted it, you've wasted it
Reject your other plans
Because you know you'll never be quite that young again

So tell me, what's the point of fading out
When every single day's a day without?
Read the writing on the wall:
Says "youth is wasted on the young"
Kids obsessed with quickened pulse
Ignoring the suggested dose
And you've wasted it, you've wasted it, they've wasted it

A little late to worry now
It's our past, a photograph
Now it's time to reject your other plans
You know you'll never be quite that young again
Now it's time to reject your other plans
Because you know we'll never be quite that young again

Now it's time to retrace your other steps
You know we'll never be quite that young again

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of The Adored's song Young Again offer a scathing critique of modern society's obsession with youth and our tendency to waste it. The opening lines, "Youth is wasted on the young / Work commands, and then you're done," set the tone for the rest of the song, as the band laments the fact that young people often do not appreciate their youth until it is gone. The verse continues with the line, "You've got nothing to fill your days / It makes no sense to act your age," suggesting that young people are often aimless and unfocused, wasting their time on frivolous pursuits.

The chorus of the song drives home the message even further, with the repeated line "You've wasted it, you've wasted it, you've wasted it." The song's lyrics encourage listeners to reject their other plans and live in the moment, as "you know you'll never be quite that young again." The second verse continues the theme, with lines like "So tell me, what's the point of fading out / When every single day's a day without?", suggesting that we should seize the day and make the most of our time here on earth.

Line by Line Meaning

Youth is wasted on the young
Young people often fail to appreciate their youth, and instead take it for granted

Work commands, and then you're done
The demands of work can be all-consuming, and leave little time for anything else

You've got nothing to fill your days
Without any meaningful pursuits, life can feel empty and unfulfilling

It makes no sense to act your age
There's no need to conform to societal expectations of age and behavior

Tell me what's the point of speaking out
Questioning the status quo can be futile if done without conviction

With a sunken voice and touch of doubt
Lack of confidence can undermine one's attempts to speak out

No ideas of what to do
Being directionless can lead to a sense of aimlessness

In a city of snakes, untamed but true
The world can be a dangerous and unpredictable place

Streets possessed by endless nights
Cities can feel overwhelming and perpetually active

Block out the days, trip the lights
Nightlife and excess can cause one to lose track of time and forget responsibilities

You've wasted it, you've wasted it, you've wasted it
The passage of time can be regrettable if not used wisely

Reject your other plans
Prioritize your present over potential future plans

Because you know you'll never be quite that young again
Time is irreversible, and each moment should be savored accordingly

So tell me, what's the point of fading out
Giving up or resigning oneself to complacency can be unsatisfying

When every single day's a day without?
Every day should be meaningful and fulfilling, rather than being treated as a monotonous routine

Read the writing on the wall:
Pay attention to the signs and symbols that surround us

Says "youth is wasted on the young"
The lyrics of the song's chorus are reiterated here, suggesting that youth should not go unappreciated

Kids obsessed with quickened pulse
Young people often seek thrills and excitement, rather than patience and perspective

Ignoring the suggested dose
Disregarding advice or warnings can lead to consequences

And you've wasted it, you've wasted it, they've wasted it
The chorus is sung again, calling attention to the potential for wasted youth

A little late to worry now
It's never too late to reassess one's priorities and make changes

It's our past, a photograph
Youth is something that can only be reflected upon after it has passed

Now it's time to reject your other plans
Once again, embracing the present is emphasized over planning for the future

Because you know you'll never be quite that young again
The sentiment of the chorus is echoed here once more

Now it's time to retrace your other steps
Looking back to see where one has come from can help provide insight into where one is going

You know we'll never be quite that young again
The song ends with the same refrain that is threaded throughout - that youth should be cherished and appreciated

Contributed by Leah J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.

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