The song lyrics were written by the band Van Halen, as they were asked to write a song for the 1979 movie "Over the Edge" starring Matt Dillon. The movie (and the lyrics, although more obliquely) are about bored, rebellious youth with nothing better to do than get into trouble. If you see the movie, these lyrics will make more sense. It's a great movie if you grew up in the 70s/80s you'll definitely remember some of these characters from your own life. Fun fact, after writing the song, Van Halen decided not to let the movie use it.
Is this time the last one that you will hear from me, my friend
These words don't seem to pay off in shoes of hostility
It could be wrong what I'm saying, the real test hasn't arrived
I know if we break connections, it's only a matter of time
Till you find your way
Out of his life, back into mine for a day
I can't wait long
So be prepared
I might not be home when you drop by to say,
"Hi, I missed you."
Oh my guard
Broken hearts and misled feelings
Aren't welcome to this venue where I live
Now I miss you
These words don't seem to pay off in shoes of hostility
It could be wrong what I'm saying, the real test hasn't arrived
I know if we break connections, it's only a matter of time
Till you find your way
Out of his life, back into mine for a day
I can't wait long
So be prepared
I might not be home when you drop by to say,
"Hi, I missed you."
Oh my guard
Broken hearts and misled feelings
Aren't welcome to this venue where I live
Now I miss you
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Before a live performance on the EP Five Stories Falling, Geoff states “It’s about the last time I went to visit my grandmother in Columbus, and I saw that she was dying and it was the last time I was going to see her. It is about realizing how young you are, but how quickly you can go.”
That’s the thing about Geoff and his sublime poetry, you think it’s about one thing, but really it’s about something entirely different. But the lyrics are still universal and omnipresent, ubiquitous, even. So relatable. That’s one thing I love about this band. I also love their live performances, raw energy and Geoff’s beautiful, imperfectly perfect vocals. His voice soothes my aching soul.
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This is one of my favorite songs. https://fnfgo.io
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Great version of a great song,
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can't believe no one commented on this song. it's a great song. i downloaded a few songs a while ago and i finally listened to them this morning and i love them