after hours
v.u Lyrics
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But it's a nightmare in the flesh
Put your happy ending on hold
It's not happening just yet
She's an authentic replica
A killjoy all the same
Peer pressure complexion
Her reputation's a trainwreck
Had me jamming on repeat
Before I ever met you
I used to be happy
Oh, after love in the after hours
I buried what I thought about you
Baby's got a gun, got a gun to my head now
Cutting me off from my family and friends
And I don't wanna be here
I don't wanna be here
Baby's got a gun, got a gun to my head now
Knows what to say to keep me in a cage
And I don't wanna be here
I don't wanna be here
I trusted you like a newborn
Deception was your a-art form
To faze you I'm in the right
You used to love to fuck me up
Why don't you crack me open?
Empty what spills out
I let you have your moment
'Cause it's all you care about
After love in the after hours
I buried what I thought about you
Baby's got a gun, got a gun to my head now
Cutting me off from my family and friends
And I don't wanna be here
I don't wanna be here
Baby's got a gun, got a gun to my head now
Knows what to say to keep me in a cage
And I don't wanna be here
I don't wanna be here
Going 'round and 'round in circles
Need to break this cycle
You acted so entitled
Checking all my vitals
You made me want to die
Fill my heart with lies
Got away with that a thousand times
The worst days of my life
I know I'm far from perfect
But I believed in myself at times
(I buried what I thought about you)
Baby's got a gun, got a gun to my head now
Cutting me off from my family and friends
And I don't wanna be here
I don't wanna be here
Baby's got a gun, got a gun to my head now
Knows what to say to keep me in a cage
And I don't wanna be here
I don't wanna be here
After love in the after hours
I buried what I thought about you
And baby's got a gun, got a gun to my head
Baby's got a gun, got a gun to my head
Baby's got a gun, got a gun to my head
Baby's got a gun, got a gun to my head
The lyrics to v.u's song "After Hours" tell a story of a toxic and manipulative relationship. The singer realizes that what initially seemed good on paper has turned into a nightmare in reality. The idea of a "happy ending" is put on hold as the relationship becomes increasingly unhealthy. The subject of the song is described as an "authentic replica," suggesting that they may present themselves as genuine, but ultimately bring negativity and destruction.
The lyrics also highlight the emotional depth of the singer's attachment to this person. The line "Oh, your waters, they run deep" suggests that they were deeply invested and affected by the relationship. The lyrics convey a sense of longing for the happiness they once had before meeting this person.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the control and manipulation the subject holds over the singer. The metaphor of "baby's got a gun" represents the power dynamics at play, with the subject having the ability to overpower and control the singer's life. The lyrics express the singer's desire to escape this situation, stating "I don't wanna be here" repeatedly.
The song also touches on the singer's realization of being deceived by the subject. The line "Deception was your a-art form" implies that the subject was skilled in manipulating and lying to the singer. Despite this, the singer still finds it difficult to break free from their grasp.
Overall, "After Hours" is a powerful and emotionally charged song about a toxic relationship characterized by manipulation, control, and emotional turmoil.
Line by Line Meaning
It might look good on paper
Although it may seem promising in theory
But it's a nightmare in the flesh
In reality, it is an absolute disaster
Put your happy ending on hold
Delay any hopes of a joyful conclusion
It's not happening just yet
It is not occurring at this moment
She's an authentic replica
She appears genuine, but is just a replica
A killjoy all the same
She consistently spoils the fun
Peer pressure complexion
Her complexion is influenced by the pressure from others
Her reputation's a trainwreck
Her reputation is in complete disarray
Oh, your waters, they run deep
Your emotions and experiences are profound
Had me jamming on repeat
I couldn't stop listening to you, replaying moments
Before I ever met you
Prior to our encounter
I used to be happy
I was once content and joyful
Oh, after love in the after hours
Following intimate moments during late-night encounters
I buried what I thought about you
I hid my true perception and feelings towards you
Baby's got a gun, got a gun to my head now
Metaphorical control and manipulation exerted by the partner
Cutting me off from my family and friends
Isolating me from my loved ones
And I don't wanna be here
I strongly desire to escape this situation
Knows what to say to keep me in a cage
Understands how to manipulate me and keep me trapped
I trusted you like a newborn
I had complete faith in you, just like a vulnerable infant
Deception was your a-art form
Deceiving others was something you excelled at
To faze you I'm in the right
To disturb or unsettle you, I am justified
You used to love to fuck me up
You took pleasure in causing emotional harm
Why don't you crack me open?
Why don't you expose my vulnerable side?
Empty what spills out
Let all my emotions and thoughts come pouring out
I let you have your moment
I allowed you to have your time in the spotlight
'Cause it's all you care about
Because that is your sole concern
Going 'round and 'round in circles
Engaging in a repetitive and futile pattern
Need to break this cycle
Must put an end to this recurring pattern
You acted so entitled
You displayed a sense of unwarranted superiority
Checking all my vitals
Monitoring closely my essential life signs
You made me want to die
You caused me to have thoughts of ending my life
Fill my heart with lies
You filled my heart with deceitful words and promises
Got away with that a thousand times
Managed to escape accountability countless times
The worst days of my life
The most dreadful moments in my existence
I know I'm far from perfect
I understand I have flaws and imperfections
But I believed in myself at times
Yet, I had moments of self-belief
(I buried what I thought about you)
(I concealed my true thoughts about you)
And baby's got a gun, got a gun to my head
And my partner holds immense power over me
Lyrics © Budde Music Publishing GmbH, Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: Josh Franceschi, Dan Flint, Chris Miller, Matt Barnes, Max Helyer, Nick Bradley, Ellis Lawrie
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@danielrocky683
1-2-3
If you close the door, the night could last forever
Leave the sunshine out and say hello to never
All the people are dancing and they're havin such fun
I wish it could happen to me
But if you close the door, I'd never have to see the day again
If you close the door, the night could last forever
Leave the wineglass out and drink a toast to never
Oh, someday I know someone will look into my eyes
And say hello - you're my very special one
But if you close the door, I'd never have to see the day again
Dark cloudy bars
Shiny Cadillac cars
And the people on subways and trains
Looking gray in the rain as they stand disarrayed
All the people look well in the dark
And if you close the door, the night could last forever
Leave the sunshine out and say hello to never
All the people are dancing and they're having such fun
I wish it could happen to me
'Cause if you close the door, I'd never have to see the day again
I'd never have to see the day again
(once more)
I'd never have to see the day again
@agothicuser1736
[Intro]
1-2-3
[Verse 1]
If you close the door, the night could last forever
Leave the sunshine out and say hello to never
All the people are dancing and they're having such fun
I wish it could happen to me
But if you close the door
I'd never have to see the day again
[Verse 2]
If you close the door, the night could last forever
Leave the wineglass out and drink a toast to never
Oh, someday I know someone will look into my eyes
And say hello -- you're my very special one--
But if you close the door
I'd never have to see the day again
[Bridge]
Dark party bars, shiny Cadillac cars
And the people on subways and trains
Looking gray in the rain as they stand disarrayed
Oh, but people look well in the dark
[Verse 1]
And If you close the door, the night could last forever
Leave the sunshine out and say hello to never
All the people are dancing and they're having such fun
I wish it could happen to me
'Cause if you close the door
I'd never have to see the day again
[Outro]
I'd never have to see the day again, once more
I'd never have to see the day again
@silviagarciacruz3634
After Hours
The Velvet Underground
Letras
One, two, three
If you close the door
The night could last forever
Leave the sunshine out
And say hello to never
All the people are dancing
And they're having such fun
I wish it could happen to me
But if you close the door
I'd never have to see the day again
If you close the door
The night could last forever
Leave the wine-glass out
And drink a toast to never
Oh, someday I know
Someone will look into my eyes
And say hello
You're my very special one
But if you close the door
I'd never have to see the day again
Dark party bars, shiny Cadillac cars
And the people on subways and trains
Looking gray in the rain,
As they stand disarrayed
Oh, but people look well in the dark
And if you close the door
The night could last forever
Leave the sunshine out
And say hello to never
All the people are dancing
And they're having such fun
I wish it could happen to me
Cause if you close the door
I'd never have to see the day again
I'd never have to see the day again,
Once more
I'd never have to see the day again
@razsztern1766
Fun fact: Lou Reed wrote this song, but felt like he couldn’t sing this song for being to innocent and pure for him. He let the drummer, Maureen Tucker, sing it, despite not being a singer at all. The result: a timeless masterpiece
@Wischmopp95
Innocent and pure? Huh, I always thought that song was about suicide, or at least about withdrawing yourself from life. But now that I think about it, it's probably just about wanting the night, and therefore the party, to last forever - maybe as a form of escapism from everyday life, but not, like, peacing out from life altogether.
@semnomesemnomesemnome5215
@@Wischmopp95 he wants a innocent voice to give a cynical look to the lyrics, he's talking bout suicide and depression, but he wants it to sound "pure" only to mock the morality, a "pure" voice singing such an unholy thing (for the Church suicide is unholy)
Well, at least That's what I interpreted
@franspan9872
I am glad "moe" Tucker is still alive!
@cmkasemichael
moe tucker by the jamc is a goated song, along with this one
@juanafinguer
Calm down brooo
@kickdogseal
Imagine this for a second: A song released 50 years ago that sounds like it was released by an indie band in 2019. How cool.
@cookiekingmaster8502
I’m kind of confused if this is from the 60’s and people are just being ironic or not
@foreversui
Cookieking Master lol yes the velvet underground is a band from the 60’s
@rireki_riri
@@cookiekingmaster8502 this is from 1969