A string of demos in the shape of Let You Down and Second Place followed and support slots with bands like Band of Skulls, Maximo Park and more became a formality, in addition to a string of their own sold-out shows in the city. Their debut single Reaction was released on January 20th 2017 through Ignition 45s and produced by Adrian Bushby (Muse, Foo Fighters).
Nothing Lasts Forever
The Pale White Lyrics
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And pulls them out when you least expect it
You never wanted to say this (You're done, you're done now)
And I didn't wanna hear it (You're done, you're done now)
But then you started to say it (You're done, you're done now)
Ooh
You've gotta fight to save this
Oh, tensions are high, so save this
So save this, fight if you wanna save it
Prick of the lung, a burglary in my chest
As I deflate, you whisper "nothing lasts forever"
You never wanted to save this (You're done, you're done now)
You dragged me into the snake pit (You're done, you're done now)
But still you persist on saying (You're done, you're done now)
Ooh
You've gotta fight to save this
You've gotta fight to save this
Oh, tensions are high, so save this
So save this, fight if you wanna save it
Oh, now you're wanting to save it? (You're done, you're done now)
It seems the table is turning (You're done, you're done now)
I've always wanted to say this (You're done, you're done now)
Ooh
You've gotta fight to save this
You've gotta fight to save this
Oh, tensions are high, so save this
So save this, fight if you wanna save this
The Pale White's song "Nothing Lasts Forever," is a poignant reflection on the nature of relationships and the struggle to keep them alive. The first verse portrays the image of a woman who keeps her emotions stored away like belongings in a quilted Vivienne Westwood. She only brings them out when you least expect it, suggesting that her feelings are unpredictable and difficult to understand. The chorus urges us to fight to save the relationship, to recognize the high tensions that are present and to work to save it. It is a powerful and emotional plea to do whatever it takes to keep love alive.
The second verse portrays the singer's inner turmoil as they feel a prick in their chest and deflate. The other person whispers "nothing lasts forever," a stark reminder of the inevitable end to all things. The third verse reflects on the tumultuous nature of the relationship, as the singer is dragged into a "snake pit" and the other person persistently tells them it's over. However, in the final verse, the tables have turned, and the other person suddenly wants to save the relationship, but it's too little, too late. The song ends with a final plea to fight to save the love, but the romantic tension is palpable throughout and suggests that sometimes, it's just too hard to keep love alive.
Line by Line Meaning
She keeps her cats in a quilted Vivienne Westwood
She treasures her possessions and keeps them safe, like her cats in a fancy quilted carrier designed by a high-end fashion label.
And pulls them out when you least expect it
She brings out her cherished items unexpectedly, possibly to share them or show them off to others.
You never wanted to say this (You're done, you're done now)
You didn't want to admit this truth, but it's become clear now: it's over.
And I didn't wanna hear it (You're done, you're done now)
I didn't want to accept the reality of the situation, but you've made it plain: it's done.
But then you started to say it (You're done, you're done now)
You hesitated at first, but eventually you spoke the truth: it's over.
You've gotta fight to save this
If you want to salvage this relationship, you have to be willing to work hard and fight for it.
Oh, tensions are high, so save this
The situation is volatile and emotions are running high, but if you want to make it work, you need to save it.
Prick of the lung, a burglary in my chest
I feel a sharp pain in my chest, like someone has broken into it and stolen something precious.
As I deflate, you whisper "nothing lasts forever"
As I feel deflated and defeated, you remind me that everything eventually comes to an end, including our time together.
You never wanted to save this (You're done, you're done now)
You didn't care about fixing things, and now it's too late: it's over.
You dragged me into the snake pit (You're done, you're done now)
You led us into a bad situation, like a pit filled with dangerous snakes, and now we're both stuck in it.
But still you persist on saying (You're done, you're done now)
Despite the damage you caused, you continue to insist that it's over, as if you had no choice in the matter.
Oh, now you're wanting to save it? (You're done, you're done now)
Now that it's too late, you suddenly want to try to save our relationship, but it's already gone.
It seems the table is turning (You're done, you're done now)
The situation has changed, and now you're the one who has lost control and is giving up.
I've always wanted to say this (You're done, you're done now)
I've been waiting for the chance to say this all along, but now it's too late: it's over.
So save this, fight if you wanna save it
If you really want to save our relationship, you need to be willing to fight for it and put in the effort to make it work.
Writer(s): Tom Booth, Jack Hope, Adam Hope
Contributed by Isaac N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.