The track is highly reminiscent of his personal upbringing, recalling simpler times and how his partner enables him to return to this sense of youth and freedom.
"for me – i’ve felt like a certain feeling in music has been missing. i wanted to make something that reminded me of the beauty and mystery of being young – sumn that would take me back to that place of naive freedom"
–Bazzi via Twitter (March 4th, 2020)
Young & Alive
bazzi Lyrics
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Careless and free like it's 2005
Had to chill the fuck out, take a trip outside
To have fun with my friends like I'm young and alive
So can I get your AOL?
Hit you lot like, "LOL" (L)
This feel like our high school days
We ain't got a fuck or nothin', we can hold hands or somethin' (yeah)
Now I'm gonna miss you, oh, well
HAGS, hope your summer goes well
But when the night gets late and we too fucked up
Please don't tell your mom, don't wanna mess this up
'Cause girl, I think you're fresh, and I like those kicks
You been on my mind, runnin' circles 'round it, so
Ridin' my bike like I'm too young to drive
Careless and free like it's 2005
Had to chill the fuck out, take a trip outside
To have fun with my friends like I'm young and alive
She my sidekick, so she hit my Sidekick
She a vibe, so I gotta top five it
I peeped your new layout
If we was a movie, I wonder how it play out (oh)
There's no way that I could lose, lose
When I was runnin' 'round with you, you
Bonfire smell in your hair, hair
Friday night lights, Friday night air
It's way too late and we're really fucked up
Please don't tell your mom, don't wanna mess this up
'Cause girl, I think you're fresh, and I like those kicks
You been on my mind, runnin' circles 'round it, so (yeah)
Ridin' my bike like I'm too young to drive
Careless and free like it's 2005
Had to chill the fuck out, take a trip outside
To have fun with my friends like I'm young and alive
Oh, oh, like I'm young and alive
Oh, oh, like I'm young and alive
Oh, oh, like I'm young and alive
Oh, oh, like I'm young and alive
The song "Young & Alive" by Bazzi is an ode to the carefree days of youth. In the first verse, Bazzi talks about riding his bike like he's too young to drive and being carefree like it's 2005. He then reminisces about the fun he had with his friends during his high school days, and how he can have that same sense of fun and freedom now. He even references the classic high school sign-off "HAGS" (Have a Great Summer) as a nod to those simpler times.
The second verse is more focused on an interaction with a girl. Bazzi talks about how much he enjoys spending time with her, even though they're both a little drunk and don't want to mess things up by telling anyone. He also compliments her on her fashion sense, saying he likes her kicks. Throughout the song, the message is clear: even as an adult, it's important to take time to let loose and enjoy the things that made us feel young and alive.
Overall, "Young & Alive" is a nostalgic and fun track that encourages listeners to embrace their youthfulness and enjoy life to the fullest.
Line by Line Meaning
Ridin' my bike like I'm too young to drive
Feeling carefree and youthful, acting recklessly like a teenager who has just gained the freedom of driving a car, but on a bicycle instead
Careless and free like it's 2005
Acting uninhibited and without worries like it was back in the carefree days of the past, specifically 2005
Had to chill the fuck out, take a trip outside
Needed to relax and escape from the stresses of everyday life by going outdoors and exploring the world around him
To have fun with my friends like I'm young and alive
Spending time with friends and enjoying life to the fullest, feeling alive and youthful
So can I get your AOL?
Asking for someone's instant messenger username or online contact information, reminiscent of the days when AOL Instant Messenger (AIM) was popular
Hit you lot like, "LOL" (L)
Making a humorous comment that elicits a laugh or smile, as symbolized by the popular internet slang "LOL"
This feel like our high school days
The experience or situation feels reminiscent of the carefree and exciting days of high school
Runnin' 'round at football games (games)
Engaging in exciting and fun activities with friends at sporting events, specifically football games
We ain't got a fuck or nothing, we can hold hands or somethin'
Not needing any material possessions or anything else to enjoy each other's company, even something as simple as holding hands is enough to make the moment special
Now I'm gonna miss you, oh, well
Realizing that the fun and carefree moment is ending and feeling bittersweet and nostalgic about it
HAGS, hope your summer goes well
Wishing someone a happy and enjoyable summer, reminiscent of the tradition of writing "HAGS", or "have a great summer", in yearbooks
But when the night gets late and we too fucked up
Referring to the point in the night when they have been drinking or doing drugs and are feeling intoxicated
Please don't tell your mom, don't wanna mess this up
Asking someone to keep the situation a secret from their parents to avoid getting in trouble or ruining the moment
'Cause girl, I think you're fresh, and I like those kicks
Expressing admiration for someone's style or appearance, specifically their footwear
You been on my mind, runnin' circles 'round it, so
Thinking about someone a lot, to the point where their thoughts are constantly swirling in their mind
She my psyche, so she hit my sidekick
Referring to someone as their confidant or therapist, as they have a deep understanding of their psyche or inner thoughts, and they contact each other through the now outdated Sidekick phone
She a vibe, so I gotta top five it
Describing someone as having a unique and attractive energy, making them one of their top five potential romantic partners
I peeped your new layout
Noticing someone's new style or look on social media or in person
If she was a movie, I wonder how it play out (oh)
Contemplating how a potential romantic relationship with this person would play out, as if it were a movie
There's no way that I could lose, lose
Feeling confident that no matter what happens, things will turn out alright in the end
When I was runnin' 'round with you, you
Reflecting on the good times and experiences shared with the person they are currently thinking about
Bonfire smell in your hair, hair
Remembering the specific scent of smoke and fire that was on someone's hair, potentially from a shared experience around a bonfire
Friday night lights, Friday night air
Referencing a popular TV show or movie about high school football games, and the atmosphere and energy that surrounds such events
Oh, oh, like I'm young and alive
Repeating the title phrase, expressing the feeling of being carefree and alive, reminiscent of the past
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Andrew Bazzi, Kevin White, Michael Woods, Rose Betts
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@bazzi
i missed this feeling.. what do u guys think of young & alive? Xx
@DesertStingOfficial
Cant wait for the new album, that good!! 🤩🤩
@sergeykuvaevjp
Good vibes as always!
@NicolasAlex1221
Never disappoints
@hiroshi3273
love your music, especially IFLY!
@alifhakim6265
Made me feel nostalgic, the end had me feeling mixed as soon the video ends I come crashing back to reality
@joshlewis5875
he's so popular but still underrated for his talent.
@mortywitoutahoodie
2.47 million subs? I dont think so, lol
@ayah2894
Ammar Majuerae what do you mean
@ayah2894
Melomane ah okay thanks