The track was written by members of Wallows – “13 Reasons Why” actor Dylan Minnette, musician Cole Preston, actor Braeden Lemasters and singer Clairo. Speaking to clashmusic.com, Wallows also explained the meaning behind the lyrics: “Lyrically the song is about the idea of someone being bored with a relationship that you have been in for a while, and the fear that you or the other person is ready to move on.” In an interview with FLOOD magazine, band member Cole Preston also spoke about why “Are You Bored Yet?” was chosen to be the album’s first single. “There’s a lot of different elements from the album in that song… The record goes a lot of places that track doesn’t. “Are You Bored Yet” is a nice, digestible, easy-to-listen-to, and relatable song in comparison to a lot of the other songs on the album. Lyrically, a lot of them are in a darker place and more vague in the narration. It’s a nice way to introduce the album to the world.”
Are You Bored Yet?
Wallows Lyrics
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You've been askin' but I don't have an answer
How come?
I'm still thinkin' let's pretend to fall asleep now
When we get old, will we regret this?
Too young to think about all that shit
And stallin' only goes so far when you've got a head start
'Cause we could stay at home or watch the sunset
But I can't help from askin', "Are you bored yet?"
And if you're feelin' lonely, you should tell me
Before this ends up as another memory
Will you tell the truth so I don't have to lie?
Will you tell the truth so I don't have to lie?
Feels like I've known you my whole life
I can see right through your lies
I don't know where we're going
But I'd like to be by your side
If you could tell me how you're feelin'
Maybe we'd get through this undefeated
Holdin' on for so long
'Cause we could stay at home or watch the sunset
But I can't help from askin', "Are you bored yet?"
And if you're feelin' lonely, you should tell me
Before this ends up as another memory
Will you tell the truth so I don't have to lie? (Yeah, oh)
Will you tell the truth so I don't have to lie?
(Oh)
(Oh)
The song "Are You Bored Yet?" by Wallows is an introspective ballad about the uncertainty of young relationships. The first verse begins with the singer acknowledging a lack of answers to his partner's questions. The singer suggests that they pretend to fall asleep and avoid confronting their issues. However, they cannot help but wonder if they will regret their actions in the future. The singer is aware of his young age and reluctance to face his relationship problems head-on.
The chorus is a plea for honesty and clarity in communication. The singer asks if his partner is bored and encourages them to speak up if they feel lonely. They do not want their relationship to become another forgotten memory. The singer admits that he would rather have the truth than a lie. The second verse expresses a deep connection with the partner, as if they have known each other for their entire lives. The singer claims to see through their lies and wants to be by their side, even if they do not know where they are going in life. The singer believes if his partner could tell him how they feel, they could get through the relationship's difficulties.
"Are You Bored Yet?" is a well-crafted and relatable song that captures the complexities of young adult relationships. It offers insight into the struggles and fears of maintaining a relationship while still in the process of finding oneself. The song addresses common relationship problems, such as communication issues and fear of being honest, making it widely resonant.
Line by Line Meaning
What's wrong?
What's troubling you?
You've been askin' but I don't have an answer
You've been seeking answers but unfortunately, I don't have one.
How come?
Why do you ask?
I'm still thinkin' let's pretend to fall asleep now
I'm still pondering what to do, so let's imagine sleeping and forget about it for now.
When we get old, will we regret this?
In the future, will we look back at this moment with regret?
Too young to think about all that shit
We're still young to be worrying about such things.
And stallin' only goes so far when you've got a head start
Delaying is only effective to some extent when we're already ahead.
'Cause we could stay at home and watch the sunset
We could choose to stay indoors and enjoy the setting of the sun.
But I can't help from askin', "Are you bored yet?"
Nevertheless, I can't resist asking if you're feeling bored.
And if you're feelin' lonely, you should tell me
If you're feeling isolated, you should confide in me.
Before this ends up as another memory
Before this moment becomes a distant past.
Will you tell the truth so I don't have to lie?
Can you be honest, so I don't have to fabricate things?
Feels like I've known you my whole life
It seems like we've been lifelong companions.
I can see right through your lies
I can detect when you're not being truthful.
I don't know where we're going
I'm unsure of our destination.
But I'd like to be by your side
But I want to be with you every step of the way.
If you could tell me how you're feelin'
If you could express your emotions to me,
Maybe we'd get through this undefeated
Possibly, we could overcome this challenge without suffering defeat.
Holdin' on for so long
Enduring for a prolonged period.
Will you tell the truth so I don't have to lie? (Yeah, oh)
Will you speak the truth, so I don't have to deceive? (Yeah, oh)
Will you tell the truth so I don't have to lie?
Will you tell me the truth instead of forcing me to fabricate things?
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Braeden Matthew Lemasters, Claire E. Cottrill, Cole Taylor Preston, Dylan Minnette
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@evelyng-w834
ok
@vikinggamer8975
Okay cool nice
@robloxvids7010
Loveeeeeeeeeee this song
@lego_piece_98989
Can you do Dayglow-Close to you lyric?it's a good song
@vikinggamer8975
@@ia1nn112 are you bored don’t please give up I did but please not :pain
@winoo7170
Is it just me or do you feel so nostalgic when you listen to this song??
@Lorenzo-tf4rb
Omg same
@artyfartyperson
y e s
i probably didnt even listen to it that much-
but still - this is the most nostalgia i get besides my other nostalgic guilty pleasures :,3
@belle369
Yeah I do and I’m still young I haven’t made a lot of memories but I still feel nostalgic