Lane Boy
Twenty One Pilots Lyrics
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But we go where we want to
They think this thing is a highway, highway
But will they be alive tomorrow?
They think this thing is a highway
If it was our way, we'd have a tempo change every other time change
'Cause our minds change on what we think is good
But I know a thing or two about pain and darkness
If it wasn't for this music I don't know how I would have fought this
Regardless, all these songs I'm hearing are so heartless
Don't trust a perfect person and don't trust a song that's flawless, honest
There's a few songs on this record that feel common
I'm in constant confrontation with what I want and what is poppin'
In the industry it seems to me that singles on the radio are currency
My creativity's only free when I'm playing shows
They say, "Stay in your lane, boy, lane, boy"
But we go where we want to
They think this thing is a highway, highway
But will they be alive tomorrow?
They be alive tomorrow?
I'm sorry if that question I asked last
Scared you a bit like a hazmat, in a gas mask, if you ask Zack
He's my brother, he likes when I rap fast
But let's backtrack
Back to this
Who would you live and die for on that list?
But the problem is, there's another list that exists
And no one really wants to think about this
Forget sanity, forget salary, forget vanity, my morality
If you get in between someone I love and me
You're gonna feel the heat of my cavalry
All these songs I'm hearing are so heartless
Don't trust a perfect person and don't trust a song that's flawless
They say, "Stay in your lane, boy, lane, boy"
But we go where we want to
They think this thing is a highway, highway
But will they be alive tomorrow?
They say, "Stay in your lane, boy, lane, boy"
But we go where we want to
They think this thing is a highway, highway
But will they be alive tomorrow?
But will they be alive tomorrow?
But will they be alive tomorrow?
Will they be alive tomorrow?
Will they be alive tomorrow?
They say, "Stay in your lane, boy, lane, boy"
But we go where we want to
They think this thing is a highway, highway
But will they be alive tomorrow?
They say, "Stay in your lane, boy, lane, boy"
But we go where we want to
They think this thing is a highway, highway
But will they be alive tomorrow?
The lyrics of "Lane Boy" by twenty one pilots critique the pressures of the music industry and society's expectations of individuals to conform to their prescribed roles. The phrase "stay in your lane" is repeated throughout the song, which is a metaphor for staying within the limited boundaries that society has set for individuals. The song describes how the industry wants the artists to continue making the same type of music that people are familiar with, represented by the metaphor of a highway that never changes. The band wants to break free and be able to change their music because they believe that their minds constantly change about what they think is good. The lyrics also talk about the struggles of the songwriter, who wasn’t necessarily raised in the hood but knows what pain and darkness are like.
The song goes on to talk about the pressure to create music that is popular and radio-friendly, with the metaphor that radio hits are currency within the industry. The songwriter is struggling with the idea that what is popular and what they want to create does not necessarily align. The chorus, "But we go where we want to, They think this thing is a highway," expresses the desire to break away from societal expectations and the industry's norms. The bridge, "Forget sanity, forget salary, forget vanity, my morality," voices the singer's aspiration to stay true to their moral and artistic values and represents the core message of the song.
Line by Line Meaning
They say, "Stay in your lane, boy, lane, boy"
Society tells him to stay on a predictable path.
But we go where we want to
He chooses to break from the expected and follow his own path.
They think this thing is a highway, highway
The industry treats success like a predetermined route.
But will they be alive tomorrow?
Questioning the long-term implications of blindly following societal norms.
If it was our way, we'd have a tempo change every other time change
If he could, he would constantly change his approach and style.
'Cause our minds change on what we think is good
Their creative vision fluctuates based on their evolving tastes.
I wasn't raised in the hood
He didn't grow up in a rough environment.
But I know a thing or two about pain and darkness
Despite his upbringing, he's faced personal struggles.
If it wasn't for this music I don't know how I would have fought this
The music he creates is a source of strength and healing.
Regardless, all these songs I'm hearing are so heartless
He's critical of the shallowness of popular music.
Don't trust a perfect person and don't trust a song that's flawless, honest
Perfection can be an illusion and vulnerable honesty is preferable.
There's a few songs on this record that feel common
Not every song on the album feels groundbreaking.
I'm in constant confrontation with what I want and what is poppin'
He struggles with balancing his artistic desires and popular appeal.
In the industry it seems to me that singles on the radio are currency
Hits on the radio dictate financial success in the music industry.
My creativity's only free when I'm playing shows
Performing live is where he feels most free to express himself creatively.
I'm sorry if that question I asked last
He apologizes for any discomfort he may have caused with his questioning.
Scared you a bit like a hazmat, in a gas mask, if you ask Zack
He acknowledges that his questioning can be intense and frightening to others.
But let's backtrack
He redirects the conversation to a previous point.
Who would you live and die for on that list?
He asks who the listener values most in their life.
But the problem is, there's another list that exists
He points out that there are other values and priorities that may conflict with the first list.
And no one really wants to think about this
He recognizes that most people would rather avoid confronting this conflict.
Forget sanity, forget salary, forget vanity, my morality
He views personal morals as more important than materialism and external validation.
If you get in between someone I love and me
He will fiercely protect those he loves from any obstacles.
You're gonna feel the heat of my cavalry
He will mobilize all of his resources to defend his loved ones.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Tyler Joseph
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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They say, "stay in your lane, boy, lane, boy"
But we go where we want to
They think this thing is a highway, highway
But will they be alive tomorrow?
They think this thing is a highway
If it was our way, we'd have a tempo change every other time change
'Cause our mind's changed on what we think is good
I wasn't raised in the hood
But I know a thing or two about pain and darkness
If it wasn't for this music I don't know how I would have fought this
Regardless, all these songs I'm hearing are so heartless
Don't trust a perfect person and don't trust a song that's flawless, honest
There's a few songs on this record that feel common
I'm in constant confrontation with what I want and what is poppin'
In the industry it seems to me that singles on the radio are currency
My creativity's only free when I'm playing shows
They say, "stay in your lane, boy, lane, boy"
But we go where we want to
They think this thing is a highway, highway
But will they be alive tomorrow?
They be alive tomorrow?
I'm sorry if that question I asked last
Scared you a bit like a hazmat, in a gas mask if you ask zack
He's my brother, he likes when I rap fast
But let's backtrack
Back to this
Who would you live and die for on that list?
But the problem is, there's another list that exists
And no one really wants to think about this
Forget sanity, forget salary, forget vanity, my morality
If you get in between someone I love and me
You're gonna feel the heat of my cavalry
All these songs I'm hearing are so heartless
Don't trust a perfect person and don't trust a song that's flawless
They say, "stay in your lane, boy, lane, boy"
But we go where we want to
They think this thing is a highway, highway
But will they be alive tomorrow?
They say, "stay in your lane, boy, lane, boy"
But we go where we want to
They think this thing is a highway, highway
But will they be alive tomorrow?
Will they be alive tomorrow?
They say, "stay in your lane, boy, lane, boy"
But we go where we want to
They think this thing is a highway, highway
But will they be alive tomorrow?
They say, "stay in your lane, boy, lane, boy"
But we go where we want to
They think this thing is a highway, highway
But will they be alive tomorrow?
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