Read the LYRICS Members Only Lyrics.Is Its Classy Lyrics Are Written By Joe Langridge-Brown, Conor Mason, Dom Craik, Julian Emery & Jim Irvin. It Official Music Video Has been Release Jun. 30, 2023 Day And Presen On The YouTube Channel And lyrics can be seen above here.
Members Only Lyrics by Nothing But Thieves
[Intro]
(Crunchie straight out of the fridge, don’t mind if I do, mate)
Explanation of Intro
The speaker indulges in a snack, suggesting a casual and relaxed atmosphere before delving into the deeper themes of the song.
[Verse 1]
I’ve been hearing this all my life
Sorry, sir, this is members only
Could you please make your way outside?
You can pick up your stuff in the mornin’
Explanation of Verse 1
The speaker recounts a lifetime of experiencing exclusion, symbolized by being denied entry to a members-only space and asked to leave belongings behind.
[Pre-Chorus]
Saw it online, started to blind your heart
Now it’s enshrined, given in to the dark
Explanation of Pre-chorus
Reflects on the influence of online culture and how it can blind individuals to reality, leading them to succumb to darker impulses or ideologies.
[Chorus]
Daylight over, roll up, lonely
Ain’t I told ya? Members only
And everybody’s tellin’ me
“You’ve got to let it go”
Explanation of Chorus
Describes a sense of isolation and loneliness as daylight fades, reinforcing the idea of exclusion with the repeated phrase “members only.” Despite being advised to let go, the speaker struggles with acceptance.
[Verse 2]
I don’t wanna play politics
Sorry, miss, this is members only
I could swear I was on the list
Saw your face in the paper with a warnin’
Explanation of Verse 2
Continues the theme of exclusion, with the speaker feeling out of place and unrecognized despite believing they belong. Mentions seeing warnings about someone in the newspaper, adding a layer of unease or suspicion.
[Pre-Chorus]
On the same side all of my life, what givеs?
Tolerance dies whеn it’s performative
Explanation of Pre-chorus
Questions the validity of being on the same side throughout life and highlights the performative nature of tolerance, suggesting that it fades when it’s not genuine.
[Chorus]
Daylight over, roll up, lonely
Ain’t I told ya? Members only
And everybody’s tellin’ me
“You’ve got to let it go”
Explanation of Chorus
Reiterates the feeling of loneliness and exclusion, with the speaker receiving advice to let go, yet still grappling with their emotions.
[Instrumental Break]
Explanation of Isrtumental
Provides a moment of musical reflection and transition in the song.
[Chorus]
Daylight over, roll up, lonely
Ain’t I told ya? Members only
And everybody’s tellin’ me
“You’ve got to let it go”
And everybody’s tellin’ me
“You’ve got to let it go”
Explanation of Chorus
Concludes the song with a repetition of the chorus, reinforcing the themes of exclusion and the struggle to find acceptance and belonging.
OVERALL
The lyrics express frustration and disappointment with society’s rules and opportunities, emphasizing the challenges of personal relationships and the longing for real connections and understanding.