it strikes me as a coming-of-age song... when he refers to "downtown lights" and feeling "dumbstruck," it's like you're suddenly pushed into the spotlight, into this entirely new stage of life, and it's all up to you... and you've gotta learn how to handle it whether you want to or not. kind of bittersweet. best green day song in awhile i think.
it strikes me as a coming-of-age song... when he refers to "downtown lights" and feeling "dumbstruck," it's like you're suddenly pushed into the spotlight, into this entirely new stage of life, and it's all up to you... and you've gotta learn how to handle it whether you want to or not. kind of bittersweet. best green day song in awhile i think.