What It's All About
The Boys Of Summer Lyrics


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Last ride, it's gotta be something new
Do you wanna get on board?
Once more I'll tear those stitches out
And prepare to bleed it out

My heart is tired of abuse
From that one relationship
Last ride, it's all up to you
So what are you gonna do?

She said, "Baby if you're gonna be 23
You've gotta make sure to believe
You've got to stand up and shout
'Cause that is what it's all about"

I know I don't wanna be you or used
But I gotta see this through
I can't, I can't figure it out
But that is what it's all about

I know love comes as the storms do
But I hope that you'll catch me now and then
'Cause that is what you do for friends

Last ride, pick up all your tickets
And put out your cigarettes
Once more, get up and bike it out
The anger from your life is doubts

Your heart praying for a change
A change to something good
Last ride, it's all up to you
So what are you gonna do?

I know I don't wanna be you or used
But I gotta see this through
I can't, I can't figure it out
But that is what it's all about

I know love comes as the storms do
But I hope that you'll catch me now and then
'Cause that is what you do for friends

I know, I don't wanna be used
But I gotta see this through
If you can't, you can't figure it out?
Then that is what it's all about

And you know love comes as those storms do
But you know that I'll catch you now and then
'Cause that is what you do for friends

She's got a weight to pull me down just like an anchor
She's got a smile to turn it around like a stranger
Love songs, big blades and caked black top




Big lights, big dreams and small sofas
If love is gone I am an island, I am an island

Overall Meaning

The opening lines of The Boys Of Summer's song "What It's All About" suggest a final ride, whether metaphorical or literal, and pose the question if someone wants to come along. The lyrics then continue with a reference to tearing stitches out and bleeding out, which could be interpreted as the final letting go and moving on from a past relationship. The singer admits their heart is tired from the abuse they suffered in that relationship, and it's now up to their partner to show what they're made of.


The chorus contains the advice given by the singer's partner that in order to be 23 (could be a metaphor for growing up or moving forward), they must stand up and shout and believe in something. Yet, the singer seems unsure of what they're supposed to believe in, only knowing that they don't want to be used or become like their former partner. However, they still want their partner or friend to catch them during the storms, as that is what friends do.


The song overall seems to be about the uncertainty of life and relationships, and how sometimes all we can do is hold onto our friendships and hope that they'll be there for us when we need them.


Line by Line Meaning

Last ride, it's gotta be something new
I'm done with my old ways, it's time for a fresh start


Do you wanna get on board?
Are you ready to come along with me?


Once more I'll tear those stitches out
I'm going to open up old wounds


And prepare to bleed it out
I'm ready to confront my pain


My heart is tired of abuse
I'm exhausted from being hurt


From that one relationship
By that person I trusted


Last ride, it's all up to you
You have a say in how this all ends


So what are you gonna do?
What's your choice in this situation?


She said, 'Baby if you're gonna be 23
My friend gave me this advice


You've gotta make sure to believe
Have faith in yourself


You've got to stand up and shout
Speak up for what you want


'Cause that is what it's all about'
That's the key to success


I know I don't wanna be you or used
I don't want to be like you, nor do I want to be taken advantage of


But I gotta see this through
But I need to see this to the end


I can't, I can't figure it out
I don't have all the answers


But that is what it's all about
But this is what life's journey is all about


I know love comes as the storms do
I know love can be tumultuous


But I hope that you'll catch me now and then
I hope you'll be there for me, despite the rough times


'Cause that is what you do for friends
That's what true friendship looks like


Last ride, pick up all your tickets
This is the last chance to start over, gather what you need


And put out your cigarettes
Leave the bad habits behind


Once more, get up and bike it out
Rise again and keep going


The anger from your life is doubts
The frustration you feel is holding you back


Your heart praying for a change
You want something better for yourself


A change to something good
A positive transformation


If you can't, you can't figure it out?
What if you don't have all the answers?


Then that is what it's all about
This is the journey of self-discovery


She's got a weight to pull me down just like an anchor
She's bringing me down like an anchor in water


She's got a smile to turn it around like a stranger
But she also has the power to uplift me


Love songs, big blades and caked black top
The elements of life, such as love and struggle


Big lights, big dreams and small sofas
The juxtaposition of our grand aspirations and humble beginnings


If love is gone I am an island, I am an island
If love is absent, I feel disconnected and alone




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