Leave Before The Lights Come On – English Lyrics

• By: Arctic Monkeys

Lyrics & Translation

Dive into the raw and relatable narratives of young British life with Arctic Monkeys' "Leave Before The Lights Come On." This song offers a vivid glimpse into the English language through its authentic portrayal of post-night out reflections and the desire to escape morning-after awkwardness. Its conversational lyrics and distinctive Sheffield slang make it an engaging piece for understanding everyday English expressions and cultural nuances.

[English]

Well, this is a good idea

You wouldn't do it if it wasn't

You wouldn't do it if it wasn't one

Well, my friend fancies you

Oh, what a way to begin it all

You said there're always exciting words to hear

And you woke up together, not quite realizing how

Awkwardly stretching and yawning

It's always hard in the morning

And I suppose that's the price you pay

Well, oh, it isn't what it was

She's thinking he looks different today

And now there's nothing left to guess now

...

They left before the lights came on

Because they didn't want to ruin

What it was that was brewing

Before they absolutely had to

Well, how can you wake up

With someone you don't love?

And not feel slightly phased by it

Oh, he had a struggle

And they woke up together, not quite realising how

Awkwardly stretching and yawning

It's always hard in the morning

And I suppose that's the price you pay

Well, oh, it isn't what it was

She's thinking he looks different today

And now there's nothing left to guess now

Well quick, let's leave before the lights come on

'Cause then you don't have to see

'Cause then you don't have to see what you've done

Well quick, let's leave before the lights come on

'Cause then you don't have to see

'Cause then you don't have to see what you've done

...

I'll walk you up, what time's the bus come?

I'll walk you up, what time's the bus come?

I'll walk you up, what time's the bus come?

I'll walk you up

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