When I Get Older
Wild Party Lyrics
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with his hands in the air, hear him talk, hear him swearing
when I get older I'm gonna be there to hold her
long as I sleep through the dark and make up my mind
just know I regret the time I let you pass by
oh, maybe there's still hope, maybe there's still ho oh oh
out with my pals getting lost in the crowds
see the girl in her heels raise her glass to the ceiling
when I get older I'm gonna be there to hold her
long as I sleep through the night and make up my mind
just know I shook off the time I let you pass by
oh, maybe there's still hope, maybe there's still ho oh oh
we wanna be like the celebrities that we see on tv with a nice set of keys
but what I want is what you want and we both want to feel young
yet somewhat mistreated yeah somewhat misjudged
when I get older I'm gonna be there to hold her
when I get older I'm gonna be there to hold her
yeah, what's with this whole parade of emotion
oh, maybe there's still hope, maybe there's still ho oh oh
oh, maybe there's still hope, maybe there's still ho oh oh
if what I want is what you want, wanna be like that then be like that
that
The song When I Get Older by Wild Party is an introspective and reflective piece about regret and the desire to hold onto a love that has slipped away. The first verse introduces a man sitting alone by the dock with his hands in the air, talking and swearing to himself. The line "when I get older I'm gonna be there to hold her" suggests that he is thinking about a lost love and how, if given the chance, he would hold her close. He is regretful of the time he let her pass by and is now making a promise to himself to not let that happen again.
The second verse has a more upbeat tone to it, as the singer is out with his friends and sees a woman raising a glass to the ceiling, lost in the moment. The repetition of the line "when I get older I'm gonna be there to hold her" emphasizes how important this desire is to him, and how he is willing to do whatever it takes to make it happen. He is still plagued by regret, but there is a hint of optimism as he wonders whether there might still be hope for him and his lost love.
The chorus provides the hopeful note of the song, as the singer acknowledges that he and his lost love both want to feel young, despite feeling mistreated and misjudged. The repetition of the line "maybe there's still hope" reminds the listener that while regret may be a constant companion, there is always a chance to take action and change the outcome.
Overall, When I Get Older is a bittersweet and poignant reminder of how important it is to cherish the people we love and not let them slip away.
Line by Line Meaning
Down by the dock sits a man on a rock with his hands in the air, hear him talk, hear him swearing
There's a man sitting by the dock, upset and angry, and he's venting his frustration out loud.
when I get older I'm gonna be there to hold her
The singer is expressing their desire to hold their loved one when they are older.
long as I sleep through the dark and make up my mind just know I regret the time I let you pass by
The singer wishes they had taken action to be with their loved one before, but now they are determined to make it happen.
oh, maybe there's still hope, maybe there's still ho oh oh
The artist is uncertain but hopeful about the possibility of being with their loved one in the future.
out with my pals getting lost in the crowds see the girl in her heels raise her glass to the ceiling
The artist is out with friends and observing the lively atmosphere around them, noticing a girl celebrating with a drink.
just know I shook off the time I let you pass by
The singer has let go of their past regrets and is determined to move forward.
we wanna be like the celebrities that we see on tv with a nice set of keys but what I want is what you want and we both want to feel young yet somewhat mistreated yeah somewhat misjudged
The singer is reflecting on society's obsession with material wealth and fame, but deep down they just want to be with their loved one and feel youthful and alive.
yeah, what's with this whole parade of emotion
The artist is questioning why they and others are so caught up in their emotions and desires.
if what I want is what you want, wanna be like that then be like that that
The artist is affirming that they and their loved one want the same thing, and they should embrace it.
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Sam S
there's nothing better than stumbling upon a band you can tell will be a new favorite
The Big Boi
Sammie Scott exactly how I felt. I had the biggest smile on my face when I first heard them... You should check out hippocampus. Similar style
Nana _
Samantha Mahler I love that they are from my hometown ☺️❤️
nick spiel
If wild party ever reads these comments I just want them to know they are literally my new favorite band. From the moment I heard chasin honey I was hooked just their music helps get me through the day in a good mood and they are literally perfection. I love every song on phantom pop and I really can't wait for the next album, keep up the good work guys!
Wild Party
love you nick. 7 years later we're going hard this year!!
punkyard.
@Wild Party THE PARTY DON'T STOP
Wild Party
@punkyard. PREACH
skyeee
@Wild Party youre still alive
Wild Party
@skyeee making a new record and going on tour this year. paaaaaaarrrttyyyyy
Sky Perry
I absolutely adore this band.The Phantom Pop album is gold, a hidden treasure. Love it!