Pretty Boy
The Neighbourhood Lyrics


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(No more)
(No more)

Even if my heart stops beatin'
You're the only thing I need
Ooh, with me
Even if the Earth starts shakin'
You're the only thing worth takin'
Ooh, with me
Even if the sky's on fire
Got you here, it's alright
Ooh, with me
And if it's all over
I'm taking this moment
Ooh, with me
Yeah

Pretty boy
You did this with me boy
Now it's all about to end
Baby girl
Look where we made it, girl
Mm, now we're fallin'

As long as I got you
I'm gonna be alright
As long as I got you, yeah
I'm not afraid to die
I'm alright

Even if my heart stops beatin'
You're the only thing I need
Ooh, with me (ooh, with me)
Even if the Earth starts shakin'
You're the only thing worth takin' along
Ooh, with me (ooh, with me)
Even if the sky's on fire
Got you here, it's alright
Ooh, with me (ooh, with me)
And if it's all over
I'm taking this moment
Ooh, with me
Wherever I'm goin'
I'm happy you're comin'
Ooh, with me
With me, yeah





I'm lucky you're with me, yeah, yeah

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to The Neighbourhood's song, Pretty Boy, are about the singer's appreciation for his significant other. The song expresses his unyielding love for his partner, as he claims that even if everything falls apart, as long as he has her by his side, he can face anything. The lyrics suggest that he finds comfort in the presence of his lover and that she is the only thing that truly matters in his life. The song's message is powerful and emotional, as it paints a picture of a deep and intense romantic relationship.


The singer acknowledges that they have made it this far together and that they are falling deeper in love, even though the relationship may end soon. The use of the phrase "pretty boy" can be interpreted in two ways. First, it could mean that the female partner is telling the male partner that he is a "pretty boy," indicating that he is handsome and attractive. Alternatively, it could be interpreted as the male partner referring to themselves as "pretty boy" to indicate that they are delicate, and their female partner is their only source of strength. The song is a beautiful expression of love, and the lyrics are deeply emotional, making it a popular song for romantic occasions.


Line by Line Meaning

(No more)
The song starts with the repetition of the phrase 'no more'. It seems to be indicating the end of something; either a relationship, a situation, or maybe even life itself.


(No more)
The repetition of 'no more' creates an echo effect, emphasizing the finality of what is about to end.


Even if my heart stops beatin'
The singer is expressing his commitment to the person he loves. He's saying that he doesn't need anything else as long as he has them.


You're the only thing I need
The person he loves is the most important thing in his life. They make him happy and fulfill him emotionally, mentally and physically.


Ooh, with me
The phrase 'ooh, with me' is repeated in almost every verse, and it may suggest a sense of comfort, safety, and camaraderie between the couple.


Even if the Earth starts shakin'
The singer is saying that even if the world around him crumbles and falls apart, he doesn't care as long as he has the person he loves with him.


You're the only thing worth takin'
The person he loves is the most valuable and important thing in his life. Even if he loses everything else, he will be happy as long as they are with him.


Even if the sky's on fire
This line is a hyperbole that suggests that even if the most catastrophic event imaginable were to happen, the singer would feel comforted knowing he is with the person he loves.


Got you here, it's alright
The presence of the person the singer loves brings him calm and reassurance, even in the most difficult moments of life.


And if it's all over
This line is ambiguous, and it could refer to the end of a relationship or even the end of life itself. Either way, the singer wants to make the most of this moment.


I'm taking this moment
He wants to enjoy the present moment with the person he loves, cherish it and create memories together.


Pretty boy
This line could be a term of endearment used by the singer to refer to his partner. It could also be a reference to the complex relationship roles society expects men to fulfill.


You did this with me boy
This line may suggest a sense of gratefulness towards his partner. The singer seems to credit the person he loves with helping him get wherever he is.


Now it's all about to end
The end of something is coming, indicating that everything that has come before this moment is seen as preparation for this final act or conversation between these two people.


Baby girl
This line is a term of endearment used towards the person the singer loves. It may also signify the singer's longing for the love and safety of childhood.


Look where we made it, girl
This line may signify a sense of pride the singer feels, looking back on the achievements and struggles that he and his partner have gone through together.


Now we're fallin'
The line could signify a sense of regret or failure in the relationship, or it could be interpreted positively, as a celebration of their resiliency and mutual commitment.


As long as I got you
The singer is acknowledging that he needs his partner to be happy and content. The person he loves is an integral part of his life and his happiness, and he knows it.


I'm gonna be alright
The presence of the person the singer loves fills him with hope, strength, and resilience, even in the darkest moments of life.


I'm not afraid to die
The singer has the certainty that his partner's companionship is a guarantee of happiness and safety, even in the afterlife.


Wherever I'm goin'
The singer is suggesting that he and his partner will face whatever challenges come their way, even if that means leaving this world.


I'm happy you're comin'
The person he loves is an integral part of his life, and they will be together, no matter what comes.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: Jeremy Freedman, Zachary Abels, Jesse Rutherford, Mike Margott, Justyn Pilbrow

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@4vlhz

(Lyrics)
No, no
No, no
Even if my heart stops beating
You're the only thing I need, ooh, with me
Even if the Earth starts shaking
You're the only thing worth taking, ooh, with me
Even if the sky's on fire
Got you here, it's alright, ooh, with me
And if it's all over
I'm taking this moment, ooh, with me
Yeah
Pretty boy, you did this with me, boy
Now it's all about to end
Baby girl, look where we made it, girl
Hmm, now we're falling
As long as I got you
I'm gonna be alright
As long as I got you, yeah
I'm not afraid to die
I'm alright'
Even if my heart stops beating
You're the only thing I need, ooh, with me (Ooh, with me)
Even if the Earth starts shaking
You're the only thing worth taking, oh no, ooh, with me (Ooh, with me)
Even if the sky's on fire
Got you here, it's alright, ooh, with me (Ooh, with me)
And if it's all over
I'm taking this moment, ooh, with me, nah
Wherever I'm going
I'm happy you're coming, ooh, with me
With me, yeah
Ooh
No, I'm lucky you're with me
Oh, na-na-na
Oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh



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