Now we're out of time
I said it's my fault, it's my fault
Can't make good decisions
It won't stop, I can't stop

Give me some time, I just need a little time
Give me some time, I just need a little time
Give me some time, I just need a little time
Give me some time, I just need a little time

You talk way too much
You talk way too much
It's the only the end
It's only the end, hey

We don't get the news
He says why not? Why not?
Forget what you heard
'Cause it won't stop, it won't stop

Give 'em some time, they just need a little time
Give 'em some time, they just need a little time
Give 'em some time, they just need a little time
Give 'em some time, they just need a little time

You talk way too much
You talk way too much
It's only the end
It's only the end as you know it
You're not supposed to say that
You taught me too much
Is this how it ends?
Is this how it ends? Hey

Overall Meaning

The Strokes' song You Talk Way Too Much is a critique of communication and the frustration that comes from not being able to properly convey oneself or understand others. The lyrics depict a situation where time is running out, and the singer is taking responsibility for a problem, while also recognizing that they continue to make bad decisions. They are distraught and feel like they can't do anything to stop their own behavioral patterns. The repeated plea for "just a little time" suggests that the singer needs time to think things over and figure out a solution.

In the second half of the lyrics, a conversation takes place between two people. The first mentions not getting the news, and the second questions why not, forgetting the fact that the first speaker might not have had access to the news for one reason or another. The singer then emphasizes the point that people should not jump to conclusions and assume they know everything. Once again, the repeated plea for "just a little time" suggests that people should take the time to understand, rather than making assumptions and talking too much.

Overall, You Talk Way Too Much is a warning about the dangers of communication breakdowns and the importance of taking the time to really listen and understand one another.

Line by Line Meaning

Now we're out of time
We have reached the end of something or an allotted time period.

I said it's my fault
I am taking responsibility for any negative outcomes of the situation.

It's my fault
I am emphasizing that I am responsible for what happened.

Can't make good decisions
I am incapable of making good choices.

It won't stop
The problematic situation seems to have no solution.

I can't stop
I feel powerless to control or stop the negative issue.

Give me some time, I just need a little time
I request a little more time to sort things out and find a solution.

You talk way too much
You are excessively verbose and not making much sense.

It's only the end
This is not the beginning, it is the conclusion.

We don't get the news
We are not up-to-date on current events.

He says why not?
Someone is asking why we are not informed.

Forget what you heard
Disregard any information you may have heard previously.

'Cause it won't stop
The problem is continuing and not abating.

Give 'em some time, They just need a little time
They need a little additional time to resolve the problem.

It's only the end as you know it
This is the end as you currently perceive it, though there may be hope for resolution.

"You're not supposed to say that
What you are saying is generally considered inappropriate or taboo.

You taught me too much"
You have indirectly contributed to a problem by teaching me some bad habits or information.

Is this how it ends?
A question to reflect on whether this is the actual conclusion.

Is this how it ends? Oh
An emotional response to the idea of something ending in this way.

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