Salt Lake City
The Moss Lyrics


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I know a chill girl
Chillest one around
And if you live in Salt Lake City
You've probably seen her about
She's got a strange history with everyone
And I couldn't tell you if I'm the only one

She lights up my fuse on the cloudiest of days
And I don't know if I've got what it takes
To be tied down
Oh she's a chill, chill

She's got a pet name for me
"Ugly bitch"
Is what she calls me when she
Wants a kiss

But other than that I never really know what she's thinking
More mysterious than Sherlock Holmes
You don't want to let her go hanging around your mother
Unless you want mom to know what happens
When she gets you alone

She lights up my fuse on the cloudiest of days
And I don't know if I've got what it takes
To be tied down
Oh she's a chill girl

She lights up my fuse on the cloudiest of days
And I don't know if I've got what it takes




To be tied down
Oh she's a chill girl

Overall Meaning

The Moss's song Salt Lake City is a tribute to a woman in that city who is known as the chillest girl around. The lyrics describe her as having a strange history with everyone and being mysterious to the point where the singer couldn't even tell if he's the only one who feels drawn to her. Despite this, she lights up his fuse even on the cloudiest days, but he's unsure whether he has what it takes to be tied down. The woman has a pet name for the singer, "Ugly bitch," but it's unclear whether this is an insult or a term of endearment.


The lyrics are a snapshot of an infatuation with a woman who seems to be enigmatic and captivating to those around her. The fact that she has a strange history with everyone suggests that she might not be the easiest person to get close to or understand. The reference to Sherlock Holmes adds to the overall air of mystery surrounding her. The line about not letting her hang around one's mother indicates that there might be something potentially scandalous about her behavior.


Line by Line Meaning

I know a chill girl
I am acquainted with a girl who is very easy-going.


Chillest one around
She is considered the most relaxed person in the area.


And if you live in Salt Lake City
If you reside in Salt Lake City, Utah,


You've probably seen her about
You have likely seen her around town.


She's got a strange history with everyone
She has a peculiar past with each person she has encountered.


And I couldn't tell you if I'm the only one
I am unsure if I am the only person with a unique history with her.


She lights up my fuse on the cloudiest of days
She brings joy to my life even on the dreariest of days.


And I don't know if I've got what it takes
I am uncertain if I am capable of having a lasting relationship with her.


To be tied down
To be in a committed relationship.


Oh she's a chill, chill
She is very laid-back and relaxed.


She's got a pet name for me
She has a special name that she calls me.


"Ugly bitch"
The name she calls me is "ugly bitch".


Is what she calls me when she
This is the name she uses when she wants my attention.


Wants a kiss
She uses this name as a playful way to request a kiss from me.


But other than that I never really know what she's thinking
Aside from this nickname, I am often unsure of what is on her mind.


More mysterious than Sherlock Holmes
She is even more enigmatic and puzzling than the famous detective Sherlock Holmes.


You don't want to let her go hanging around your mother
It is not recommended to allow her to spend time with your mother.


Unless you want mom to know what happens
Unless you want your mother to be aware of what she does.


When she gets you alone
During private moments together.




Writer(s): Tyke James

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