Godless Graceless and Young
The Glorious Sons Lyrics


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Take a walk down main street
Tell me it ain't the most charming thing that you've ever seen
That cold breeze blowin' off the lake in June

Don't go missing the summer
Let them balcony girls put you under
The spell of the streets, and the city beneath
The sweating heavy moon

I don't have to tell you that you're gonna miss it when it's gone
It feels so damn good to be Godless, graceless, and young

You want some of what I've got
We can get more
I can make you feel better than before
I can make it feel good to be unsure

Don't you feel caught, don't you wonder what it's for?
It's good that it leaves you wanting more
It's good that it feels like love and war

I don't have to tell you that you're gonna miss it when it's gone
It feels so damn good to be Godless, graceless, and young
The streets are catchin' fire, and the city's just singin' along
It feels so damn good to be Godless, graceless, and young

Woo, woo, woo, woo
Take a walk down my street
Ain't it the dirtiest pretty thing that you've ever seen
'Round these parts, no-one wakes up from their dreams

And I don't have to tell you that you're gonna miss it when it's gone
It feels so damn good to be Godless, graceless, and young
The streets are catching fire and the city's just singin' along
It feels so damn good to be Godless, graceless, and young

Woo (c'mon down please)
Woo (come get yours too)
Woo
Woo (you got one for me, I've got one for you)
Woo (I said c'mon down baby)
Woo (c'mon get yours too)




Woo (hey)
Woo (damn, don't)

Overall Meaning

The Glorious Sons's song "Godless Graceless and Young" seems to describe the feeling of freedom and recklessness that comes with youth. The lyrics encourage the listener to enjoy life and live in the moment. The song paints a romantic picture of the city and its streets, and particularly of the summer, when the "balcony girls" and the heavy moon create a captivating atmosphere. The singer of the song boasts about his ability to provide pleasure and excitement, but at the same time, he acknowledges that the transience of these experiences is what makes them so precious.


The repetition of the phrase "Godless, graceless, and young" suggests the importance of these qualities to the song's message. Although they may seem negative, they are actually celebrated as a state of being free from the restrictions of religion and societal norms, and as a time of impulsive choices and new experiences. The image of the city "catching fire" implies a sense of passion and excitement that is shared by everyone who is young and carefree. In the end, the song recognizes the inevitability of aging and loss, but also emphasizes the importance of cherishing the present moment.


Line by Line Meaning

Take a walk down main street
Explore the city's bustling streets


Tell me it ain't the most charming thing that you've ever seen
Marvel at the street's delightful and engaging scenery


That cold breeze blowin' off the lake in June
Feel the nostalgic yet refreshing sensations of the summer breeze


Don't go missing the summer
Don't miss out on the youthful bliss that comes with summer


Let them balcony girls put you under
Let the attractive girls on the balconies hypnotize you


The spell of the streets, and the city beneath
Experience the captivating allure of city life


The sweating heavy moon
Feel the moon's impactful presence as it looms over the city


I don't have to tell you that you're gonna miss it when it's gone
You'll realize the worth of this experience only after it's gone


It feels so damn good to be Godless, graceless, and young
There's an inexplicable pleasure in being youthful, wild, and carefree


You want some of what I've got
You want to join in on the fun


We can get more
There's more excitement to be explored


I can make you feel better than before
I can elevate your experience to a better level


I can make it feel good to be unsure
I can make you enjoy the feeling of uncertainty


Don't you feel caught, don't you wonder what it's for?
Don't be trapped or question the purpose of the moment


It's good that it leaves you wanting more
It's good that the moment is so fulfilling that you want more of it


It's good that it feels like love and war
It's good that the experience is intense, passionate, and exhilarating


The streets are catchin' fire, and the city's just singin' along
The vibrant energy of the city is contagious and spreading


Woo
A rhythmic exclamation of excitement


Take a walk down my street
Experience my version of the city's lively streets


Ain't it the dirtiest pretty thing that you've ever seen
Despite its flaws, the city's beauty is undeniable


'Round these parts, no-one wakes up from their dreams
The city is a place where dreams are pursued and fulfilled


Woo (c'mon down please)
An invitation to join in on the excitement


Woo (come get yours too)
Encouragement to seek out your own source of enjoyment


Woo
Repeatedly expressing enthusiasm


Woo (you got one for me, I've got one for you)
An exchange of excitement and energy


Woo (I said c'mon down baby)
An invitation to share in the experience


Woo (c'mon get yours too)
Encouragement to explore the city and find your own happiness


Woo (hey)
An expression of excitement and joy


Woo (damn, don't)
A plea to not let the exciting times end




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Adam Paquette, Brett Emmons, Chris Huot, Chris Koster, Frederick Thaae, Jay Emmons, Ryan Spraker, Tom Peyton

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