Taylor is a self-admitted daydreamer, and that wispy sentimentalism that comes with wishing and hoping for something more is apparent in his music. Inspired by films from the '80s and '90s like Pretty in Pink, Can’t Hardly Wait, and Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, Valley Palace takes an optimistic and endearingly honest look at life, chronicling his own coming-of-age period as a teenager entering their early twenties.
Since 2019, Taylor has kept up with a steady stream of Valley Palace single releases. Much like his childhood guitar lesson, he's self-taught in his practice, even crediting a previous job at Guitar Center with giving him the opportunity to learn and play different instruments. His lunch breaks became a place for musical experiments, and that freedom to play whatever, whenever he wanted is reflected in his current practice. He prefers to get lost in guitar-playing, allowing his daydreams to guide him. Taylor also credits bands like Men I Trust, DIIV, and Wild Nothing with helping him land on a sound that’s wholly his own.
Take your first steps into the world of Valley Palace with the release of “Friend,” a song that coincides with the news of Taylor’s singing to Run for Cover Records. Produced with Jackson Phillips of Day Wave, “Friend” is his reminder to “just be yourself and stay true to who you are. At the same time, don’t have a huge ego and try to stay on the humble side.”
Friend
Valley Palace Lyrics
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I′m just tryna make a living
I don't understand what you see in me
I'm still tryna find a good way to breathe
I′m not really on time with you
It′s turning grey but I'm wanting it blue
I′ll never give up I'm not in it to lose
I never thought that I′d be worth it
But I'm gonna try
Dont really think I could impress I
I get nervous and get restless
Then I change my mind
Don′t really think I could impress I
I would've kept it
I would've kept it
I would′ve kept it
I would′ve kept it
Well as a matter of fact
I think I wanna take it back
As a matter of fact
I think I wanna take it
I don't show up on the guest list
It′s okay I'm unimpressive
They don′t ever care who you want to be
Should be everyday that you're feelin free
I′m not really on time with you
It's turning grey but I'm wanting it blue
I′ll never give up I′m not in it to lose
I never thought that I'd be worth it
But I′m gonna try
Dont really think I could impress I
I get nervous and get restless
Then I change my mind
Don't really think I could impress I
I would′ve kept it
I would've kept it
I would′ve kept it
I would've kept it
Well as a matter of fact
I think I wanna take it back
As a matter of fact
I think I wanna take it
The song "Friend" by Valley Palace explores the feelings of insecurity and self-doubt in a relationship. The lyrics express the singer's uncertainty about their worth and abilities, and their fear that they are not good enough for the other person. They acknowledge their imperfections and flaws and worry that the other person may not see them as a valuable partner. The singer is struggling to find their place in the relationship and is unsure of how to act or what to do to please the other person. However, despite these worries and insecurities, they are determined to keep trying and not give up.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the singer's feelings of inadequacy and their lack of confidence in themselves. They repeat the phrase "Dont really think I could impress I" multiple times, indicating their belief that they are not capable of impressing the other person. This highlights the internal struggle that many people face in relationships, the doubt about whether they are good enough and the constant need for validation from their partner.
Overall, the lyrics of "Friend" by Valley Palace capture the complex emotional dynamics of a relationship and the insecurities that people often feel. It's a poignant reminder that sometimes, we all need reassurance and support from our loved ones.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm not sure if I'm the best pick
I lack assurance whether I'm the right choice
I'm just tryna make a living
I'm merely trying to earn an income
I don't understand what you see in me
I'm perplexed about what you find appealing in me
I'm still tryna find a good way to breathe
I'm still struggling to find a proper way to cope
I'm not really on time with you
I'm not punctual to be with you
It's turning grey but I'm wanting it blue
I desire to uplift my mood from gloomy to pleasant
I'll never give up, I'm not in it to lose
I'll never surrender and I'm not playing to lose
I never thought that I'd be worth it
I never anticipated that I'd be valuable
But I'm gonna try
However, I'll endeavor to prove myself
Don't really think I could impress I
I doubt if I can make an excellent impression
I get nervous and get restless
I become anxious and agitated
Then I change my mind
Subsequently, I alter my thoughts
I would've kept it
I would have held onto my opinion
Well as a matter of fact
Actually, in reality
I think I wanna take it back
I want to retract my statement
I don't show up on the guest list
I'm not on the list of invited guests
It's okay, I'm unimpressive
I'm fine with it since I'm mediocre
They don't ever care who you want to be
Others don't give any importance to who you aspire to become
Should be everyday that you're feelin free
You should feel liberated every day
Contributed by Audrey T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@John-se6it
drew gooden suprised me with this transation music
@callum2380
I was like holy shit I know that song!!!
@NekolosTV
@Callum crazy i came here from drew gooden too and this video is filmed at the campus of the university im studying at, such a huge shock
@aaishameen7439
bro saaame
@milkymoose
YOOOO same here I loved it too much and this is my new favourite song lol
@loafbread4226
Same
@violet-beck
this is such a good fucking song omfg, not expecting to find the best song of 2021 from Drew Gooden video but glad I did :)))))
@noahmorris1350
Same place I found it
@bilbodabbins8273
Her's vibes - Drew Gooden brought me here.
GREAT music! Looking forward to more :)
@thisisanaccount3864
YES I miss Her’s so much. Also here from Drew’s vid lol