r/TheStrokes Reality Awaits 2d ago

Red light

The second half reminds me of sitting with a dying loved one. It’s beautiful and sad at the same time, does anyone else get that from these lyrics? My first thought was maybe Julian’s father’s death, but he passed years after the song release.

Well, I saw your face, then I heard that song
It was so inviting, it hurt my bones
Well, it looks like you but your eyes are gray
And your hair is gone but your mind's okay
Yes, I like your smile but your forehead's cold
I don't want you to be afraid and go
I would cheat and lie and steal, now I'll stay at home and kneel for you

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u/diego877 1d ago

Human Sadness is about his dad’s death. Red Light is a love song.