Described as βyour new favourite duoβ by tastemaker magazine Mixmag, and with additional support from the likes of Clash, Wonderland, Earmilk and Indie Shuffle, Punctual draw inspiration from a wide range of musical sources.
Citing Flume, Kaytranad and Basement Jaxx as influences, the pair have been immersed in the Bristol and London scenes making music together and playing DJ sets to road-test their creations. As well as supporting on The Avalanches and Fatboy Slim tours, Punctual have played coveted slots at Glastonbury, SW4, Creamfields, We Are Electric, Lovebox and more.
Fading Youth
punctual Lyrics
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Ahhhh, ah ah
Ahhhh, ah ah
Ahhhh, ah ah
Over used
Your fading youth
Its old newsAh
Don't act foolish
Anticipating every step every move you make
I never usually do this
But your the reason why I think I seem to feel this pain
Stuck in this ghost town
If you stay here how could know what's coming your way
Never letting your hair down
I'm pulling back and going through all your discovered dreams
Over used
Your fading youth
That's old news
Over used
Your fading youth
That's old news
That's old news
Your fading youth
That's old news
Ah
Over Used!
Over Used!
That's old news
The lyrics to Punctual's song "Fading Youth" seem to be a commentary on the fleeting nature of youth and how people often hold onto it for too long, leading to a sense of stagnation and lack of growth. The repeated refrain of "Ahhhh, ah ah" seems to emphasize a sense of longing and nostalgia for a time that is no longer present. The first verse begins with the phrase "Over used," which can be interpreted as a reference to the overuse of the idea of staying young and youthful even as one ages. The next line, "Your fading youth," hammers home the idea that this sense of youth is ephemeral and fleeting.
As the song progresses, the lyrics take on a more personal tone, as the singer seems to be addressing a specific person or group of people. The lines "Don't act foolish / Anticipating every step every move you make" suggest a sense of frustration with someone who is stuck in a certain mindset or pattern of behavior. The next line, "I never usually do this / But you're the reason why I seem to feel this pain," implies a sense of empathy and perhaps even responsibility for the other person's situation.
The last two verses of the song return to the themes of youth and stagnation, with lines like "Stuck in this ghost town / If you stay here how could you know what's coming your way" suggesting a sense of being trapped in a certain place or mindset. The repeated refrain of "Over used / Your fading youth / That's old news" reinforces the idea that holding onto a sense of youthfulness for too long can lead to a sense of being stuck in the past.
Overall, "Fading Youth" seems to be a song about letting go of unrealistic expectations and embracing the inevitability of aging and growth. The lyrics suggest that holding onto youth as an ideal can lead to a sense of stagnation and a lack of true self-discovery and growth.
Line by Line Meaning
Ahhhh, ah ah
Vocalizations indicating strong emotions, such as frustration or aggression
Over used
Something has been repeatedly utilized and has lost its original value or impact
Your fading youth
Your youthful energy and vitality are waning
Its old news
This is no longer worth discussing or thinking about, as it has already been addressed multiple times
Ah
A vocalization indicating relief, relaxation, or release of tension
Don't act foolish
Stop behaving in a careless or thoughtless manner
Anticipating every step every move you make
Taking note of every action and decision made by an individual in order to predict and understand their behavior
I never usually do this
Unusual behavior or actions being taken by the artist
But your the reason why I think I seem to feel this pain
The subject of this song is causing the artist emotional distress
Stuck in this ghost town
Feeling trapped and unfulfilled in a place the artist perceives as lifeless and unimportant
If you stay here how could know what's coming your way
Remaining in an unfulfilling place hinders an individual's ability to experience new and meaningful things
Never letting your hair down
Being too restrictive and uptight, not allowing oneself to relax and enjoy life
I'm pulling back and going through all your discovered dreams
Examining the subject's past aspirations and interests to try to understand their behavior and emotions
That's old news
This subject has already been covered and is no longer interesting or relevant
Over Used!
A repetition of the earlier statement, showing the persistence of a negative situation
Contributed by Christian T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@TeamTao21
THE HARMONY AT THE BEGINNING SOUNDS LIKE AN ANGEL! And I'm ascending to heaven
@alexkristianson4199
It is wonderful! Don't know why i am listening this song now, 7years ago, but it us fresh for this time, i've never heard it before!!!
@sarasurugiu1237
These types of songs are so underrated. Itβs a shame..
@thatonemonkey99
the singer's name is Dan D'Lion
@whiteorangesportster
How is this song not more popular?
I remember how it blew my mind the first time I heard it on Spotify a year ago and I keep coming back to this track. Keep busting out the jams my dudes. Your music makes the world a better place.
@FountainOfYoot
This song is a cup of hot chocolate on a rainy day.
@TheIntrovertStrength
What an absolute tune!
@AshishSingh-wk8in
So painfully UNDERRATED
@agusterlingsson8796
I wonder why Punctual isn't as famous in the United States. One day you guys will be huge, I know it!
@RanveerSingh-xf5uk
You guys are just so amazing I'm going to keep on recommending your songs to everyone, time to get your name on the big billboards