Crystal Clear
Young Guns Lyrics


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I was told when I was young,
That I could one day hold the world right as it spun,
But now it seems as though
I've made a mess of everything I've ever done

Could I forget it all?
Follow the setting sun...
It's crystal clear to me
That I've been killing time
Nothing's going to stand in my way
Cos I'm not done,
Even if the sun sets I will start a fire
To change your mind

A scar is just a mark,
Not a burden but a start of something new
Even stars in the end fade,
Given time coast lines will change so why won't you?

Could I forget it all?
I've lost teeth, failed every test,
My broken heart's the only thing of any value I have left

It's crystal clear to me
That I've been killing time
Nothing's going to stand in my way
Cos I'm not done,
Even if the sun sets I will start a fire
To change your mind

You will see me in the dark,
Burning brighter than the stars




I defy the motion of the setting sun,
I hold my head up high cos I'm still here.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Young Guns' song 'Crystal Clear' convey a sense of struggling with feelings of failure, but ultimately finding resilience and determination to keep going. The opening verse references a youthful optimism, being told that one could hold the world as it spun, but contrasting that with a current feeling of having made a mess of everything. The singer questions whether they could forget it all and follow the setting sun, suggesting a desire to leave behind their failures and start fresh.


However, the chorus demonstrates a refusal to give up, with the crystal clear realization that they've been killing time and must continue moving forward. The imagery of starting a fire even if the sun sets further emphasizes their unwavering determination. The second verse references physical and emotional scars, recognizing them not as burdens but as new beginnings. The final lines declare that no matter what happens, the singer will still be there, holding their head high and defying the setting sun.


Overall, the lyrics of 'Crystal Clear' explore themes of perseverance and resilience in the face of difficulty and failure.


Line by Line Meaning

I was told when I was young,
As a young person, someone gave me hope that I could achieve great things and make a difference in the world.


That I could one day hold the world right as it spun,
I was told I had the potential to change the world and make it a better place, even as it keeps moving and changing.


But now it seems as though
However, as I've grown up, things have not gone according to plan.


I've made a mess of everything I've ever done
I feel like I have failed at everything I have tried to achieve, and everything I touch seems to go wrong.


Could I forget it all?
I wonder if I could just leave it all behind and start over.


Follow the setting sun...
I consider leaving my problems behind to chase new opportunities and adventures, just as the sun sets each day and rises again the next morning.


It's crystal clear to me
However, I realize that my problems will follow me wherever I go.


That I've been killing time
I come to the realization that I have been wasting my time instead of pursuing my goals and dreams.


Nothing's going to stand in my way
Now, I am determined to overcome any obstacle that prevents me from achieving my goals.


Cos I'm not done,
I refuse to give up, as I still believe I have the potential to make an impact and change the world.


Even if the sun sets I will start a fire
I will not let the end of the day stop me from pursuing my dreams, I will keep going and create a spark of inspiration in others.


To change your mind
I will use my determination and drive to convince others to believe in themselves and pursue their own dreams.


A scar is just a mark,
I realize that scars are simply evidence of a past experience, and that they do not define one's abilities or potential.


Not a burden but a start of something new
In fact, scars can be seen as a new beginning, a sign of learning from past experiences and growing stronger as a result.


Even stars in the end fade,
Everything, even the brightest and most powerful things in the universe, eventually come to an end.


Given time coast lines will change so why won't you?
Even geographical features such as coastlines will change with time, so why shouldn't I change and grow as a person, despite any obstacles I face?


I've lost teeth, failed every test,
Despite setbacks and failures, I know that I still have value and potential.


My broken heart's the only thing of any value I have left
Even though it may seem like everything has fallen apart, my heart and my passion for my dreams are still strong and valuable.


You will see me in the dark,
Despite the challenges and obstacles, others will still see my potential and passion, even in difficult times.


Burning brighter than the stars
My drive and determination to succeed will shine brightly, even in darkness, like the brightest stars in the sky.


I defy the motion of the setting sun,
I am not content to let the end of the day stop me from pursuing my dreams, I will keep going and pushing forward against all odds.


I hold my head up high cos I'm still here.
Despite setbacks and failures, I maintain my confidence and pride in myself, as I continue to work towards my dreams and goals.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: GUSTAV TOMAS WOOD, JOHN STUART TAYLOR, FRASER MACLEOD TAYLOR, SIMON MITCHELL, BENJAMIN LLOYD JOLLIFFE

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I was told when I was young,
That I could one day hold the world right as it spun,
But now it seems as though
I've made a mess of everything I've ever done
Could I forget it all?
Follow the setting sun...
It's crystal clear to me
That I've been killing time
Nothing's going to stand in my way
Cos I'm not done,
Even if the sun sets I will start a fire
To change your mind
A scar is just a mark,
Not a burden but a start of something new
Even stars in the end fade,
Given time coast lines will change so why won't you?
Could I forget it all?
I've lost teeth, failed every test,
My broken heart's the only thing of any value I have left
It's crystal clear to me
That I've been killing time
Nothing's going to stand in my way
Cos I'm not done,
Even if the sun sets I will start a fire
To change your mind
You will see me in the dark,
Burning brighter than the stars
I defy the motion of the setting sun,
I hold my head up high cos I'm still here.



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Michael R

The most underrated band ever, these guys should be huge.

Michael R

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Tom Cox

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Courtney Walker

This band deserves so much more credit than they get. I know lots of people have said this on they're videos, but its honestly true. I went to their tour last year and they are as perfect as they sound on YouTube or iTunes or whatever. They are so worth going to see because I've seen a range of brilliant bands, but these are by far the best to go see live.

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I love Young Guns every song they do i find so raw and passionate

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One of the best bands live, hands down!

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I will never ever get tired of this video, this song and its meaning <3 

Sadie Kwan

This band should have waaayyyyy more views. People in the UK love this band as if it were your own life!!!!

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