Hometown
forest98 Lyrics
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And you know how usually there's always those type of people at parties
That just come and go and you don't really think anything of it
Well this mothafucka was different bro, like I promise you bro, like
We shared way too many common interests and it’s crazy how strangers share like
The exact same outlooks on life as you, cause cause
Nowadays that shits way to rare on some like
Once in a lifetime vibe shit, you know
But instead you know what this mothafucka told me after it was over
She said you only live half a life
And I can’t stay in one place because that's when I feel like life is over for me
And I tried explaining to her that
It’s not so much a matter of everything being over
But more of one book closing and another one opening
You know like some new beginning type shit
Like, all I wanted was for you out my head, but
I'm wide awake now
Why do i even try, why do i even try
Losing feeling in your absence
I don't know if I can do this now
Like, nothing real good i can say bout you
But feeling I needa just say the truth
I'm feeling like we coulda made it through
But you rather have it all fade to blue, okay
Found you all alone in my hometown
I don't wanna leave you in my hometown
Profile stuck in my phone now
Feel you in my songs, when it’s slowed down
Back seat, twin peaks, know you loved me
In the song "Hometown" by forest98, the lyrics reflect the singer's experience of meeting a girl at a party who stood out from the usual fleeting connections made in such social gatherings. The singer expresses a sense of profound connection with this girl, emphasizing the rarity of finding someone with whom they share numerous common interests and outlooks on life. This deep connection elicits a feeling of having found a kindred spirit or a once-in-a-lifetime bond, which the singer feels is akin to finding a lifelong companion or soulmate.
However, the relationship takes a turn when the girl reveals her perspective on life and her reluctance to stay in one place for fear of feeling like life is stagnant or unfulfilling. The singer attempts to offer their own perspective, suggesting that life is a continuous journey with new chapters unfolding rather than a static existence. There is a realization that both individuals may be approaching life from different angles, with one seeking constant change and motion while the other values stability and continuity.
As the relationship unravels, the singer grapples with conflicting emotions of longing and resignation. The lyrics convey a sense of heartache and confusion as the singer struggles to come to terms with the ending of the relationship. Despite acknowledging the flaws and challenges present in the connection, there is a lingering sense of hope or belief that the relationship could have endured with effort and understanding from both parties. The chorus captures the mixed feelings of desire to move on and the lingering attachment to the memories shared, particularly memories tied to the singer's hometown and the girl they met there.
The lyrics also touch on themes of self-reflection and introspection, as the singer navigates the complexities of love and loss. There is a sense of vulnerability and raw emotion in the words, as the singer confesses to feeling lost and uncertain about the future without the presence of the girl who left a lasting impact. The imagery of being stuck in the past, with memories of the girl lingering in everyday moments like songs and familiar places, reinforces the bittersweet nature of reminiscing about a past relationship that could not withstand the test of time. Ultimately, "Hometown" captures the poignant essence of nostalgia, regret, and acceptance that often accompany the end of a significant connection.
Line by Line Meaning
So I met this girl right
I had an encounter with a girl
And you know how usually there's always those type of people at parties
There are commonly people like her at parties
That just come and go and you don't really think anything of it
People who are forgettable
Well this mothafucka was different bro, like I promise you bro, like
She was unique, I guarantee it
We shared way too many common interests and it’s crazy how strangers share like
We had a surprising number of shared interests
The exact same outlooks on life as you, cause cause
Our life perspectives were identical
Nowadays that shits way too rare on some like
It's rare to find that nowadays
Once in a lifetime vibe shit, you know
It felt like a unique experience
And, you would think that you just found that one, like that forever, you feel me
You would think you found 'the one'
But instead you know what this mothafucka told me after it was over
But she told me something after it ended
She said you only live half a life
She believes life only truly lived halfway
And I can’t stay in one place because that's when I feel like life is over for me
She can't be in one place for too long
And I tried explaining to her that
I attempted to explain to her
It’s not so much a matter of everything being over
It's not really about things ending
But more of one book closing and another one opening
It's about one chapter ending and another beginning
You know like some new beginning type shit
Like starting fresh
Like, all I wanted was for you out my head, but
I just wanted to forget about her
I'm wide awake now
I'm fully aware now
Why do i even try, why do i even try
Why do I bother trying
Losing feeling in your absence
Losing connection when you're not around
I don't know if I can do this now
I'm not sure if I can handle this
Like, nothing real good i can say bout you
I don't have much good to say about you
But feeling I needa just say the truth
But I feel the need to tell the truth
I'm feeling like we coulda made it through
I think we could have made it
But you rather have it all fade to blue, okay
But you'd rather let it all fade away
Found you all alone in my hometown
I discovered you alone in my hometown
I don't wanna leave you in my hometown
I don't want to leave you behind in my hometown
Profile stuck in my phone now
Your profile is saved in my phone now
Feel you in my songs, when it’s slowed down
I feel you in my songs, especially when it's calm
Back seat, twin peaks, know you loved me
Car ride memories, remember when you loved me
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Carloz Castillo, DeJan Roberson
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