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Sidekick
Walk the Moon Lyrics


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We walk out the cinema
About to go our separate ways and I
I almost wave you back
When you let your hair fall in your face and
I often wonder why the things that I want are so hard to find but
I often fail to see the things I need are right here by my side

Something in the air is giving me bad ideas
Something in the air is giving me crazy thoughts, like

Why don't you stay at mine tonight?
(Why don't you stay at mine tonight?)
Why don't you stay with me and be my sidekick, sidekick?
Do you, do you, do you wanna be my sidekick, sidekick?

Keys left hanging in your door
A trail of shoes and winter coats and
We're kissing on that kitchen floor
Friendship up against the ropes
And don't you wonder why
The things that you want are so hard to find?
Well it just occurred to me
The one that I need could be right here by my side

Something in the air is giving me bad ideas
Something in the air is giving me wicked thoughts, like

Why don't you stay at mine tonight?
(Why don't you stay at mine tonight?)
Why don't you stay with me and be my sidekick, sidekick?
Do you, do you, do you wanna be my sidekick, sidekick?
Do you, do you want to be my sidekick, sidekick?
Do you, do you, do you wanna be my sidekick, sidekick?
Do you want to be my?
Do you want to be my?
Woo!
Do you want to be mine?

Something in the air is giving me bad ideas
Something in the air is telling me you could be my
Sidekick, sidekick
Do you, do you, do you wanna be my sidekick, sidekick?
Do you, do you want to be my sidekick, sidekick?
If so, come on let's go!

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Walk the Moon's "Sidekick" are a beautiful homage to the idea of finding love in a friend. The song begins with the singer and someone they care about leaving the cinema after having a good time. The singer almost calls them back when they see their friend's hair fall over their face. They often wonder why they can't find the things they want, but it's only after seeing their friend that they realize the one thing they need may have been by their side all along.


The song builds this romantic tension that is almost palpable when we hear the lyrics, "Something in the air is giving me bad ideas. Something in the air is giving me crazy thoughts, like why don't you stay at mine tonight?" This line highlights the tension that's been building up between the two friends. The song takes on a more intimate tone as the singer describes the keys hanging on the other person's door and the pile of shoes and coats on the floor. The two eventually find themselves kissing on the kitchen floor with their friendship up against the ropes.


The romantic tension in "Sidekick" is palpable and the song does an excellent job of conveying intimate moments without being overly explicit. The emotions and the intensity of the moment speak volumes on their own. Overall "Sidekick" is a great song that captures the quiet intensity of feelings one has for a friend.


Line by Line Meaning

We walk out the cinema
After watching a movie, we exit the theater


About to go our separate ways and I
We're about to take different paths


I almost wave you back
I consider calling you back


When you let your hair fall in your face and
Your hair gets in your face and obstructs your vision


I often wonder why the things that I want are so hard to find but
I ponder why my desires are so elusive


I often fail to see the things I need are right here by my side
I frequently overlook the necessities that are readily available


Something in the air is giving me bad ideas
There's a vibe in the atmosphere causing me to contemplate unsound thoughts


Something in the air is giving me crazy thoughts, like
Some intangible influence is making me entertain wild ideas such as


Why don't you stay at mine tonight?
Wouldn't you rather stay at my place tonight?


(Why don't you stay at mine tonight?)
Wouldn't it be better if you stayed the night?


Why don't you stay with me and be my sidekick, sidekick?
Do me a favor and stay the night and be my companion, partner?


Do you, do you, do you wanna be my sidekick, sidekick?
Are you interested in being my cohort?


Keys left hanging in your door
Your keys are dangling from the lock


A trail of shoes and winter coats and
Your shoes and coats are leading a path


We're kissing on that kitchen floor
You and I are getting intimate on the floor of my kitchen


Friendship up against the ropes
Our platonic relationship is being tested


And don't you wonder why
Don't you question why


The things that you want are so hard to find?
Finding the things you desire is so difficult


Well it just occurred to me
I've just realized


The one that I need could be right here by my side
The person I require could be alongside me


Something in the air is giving me bad ideas
There's a suggestive atmosphere that's giving me irresponsible ideas


Something in the air is giving me wicked thoughts, like
There's an insidious vibe making me think of immoral intentions such as


Do you want to be my sidekick, sidekick?
Would you be willing to be my second in command?


Do you, do you, do you wanna be my sidekick, sidekick?
Are you inclined to be my loyal ally?


If so, come on let's go!
If that's the case, let's get moving!




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ELI MAIMAN, KEVIN RAY, NICHOLAS PETRICCA, SEAN WAUGAMAN

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