Northern Attitude lYRICS. by Noah Kahan

[Verse 1]
Breathin’ in, breathin’ out
How you been? You settled down?
You feelin’ right? You feelin’ proud?
How are your kids? Where are they now?

Explanation of Verse 1
The singer checks in on someone, asking about their well-being, family, and life choices, showing concern and interest in their journey.

[Pre-Chorus]
You build a boat, you build a life
You lose your friends, you lose your wife
You settle in to routine
Where are you? What does it mean?

Explanation of Pre-Chorus
Reflects on the process of building a life, the losses that come with it, and the sense of routine that settles in, prompting introspection about one’s place and purpose.

[Chorus]
If I get too close and I’m not how you hoped
Forgive my northern attitude, oh, I was raised out in the cold
If the sun don’t rise ’til the summertime
Forgive my northern attitude, oh, I was raised on little light

Explanation of Chorus
The singer apologizes for any shortcomings or distance, attributing them to their upbringing in a cold environment, both literally and metaphoricallyThey allow the impact of their history on their current poises and actions.

[Verse 2]
Bought some shit, search online
You’re gettin’ lost, you’re gettin’ high
All alone late in life
Scared to live, scared to die

Explanation of Verse 2
Touches on themes of consumerism, isolation, and fear of mortality, portraying a sense of loneliness and uncertainty in navigating life’s complexities.

[Post-Chorus]
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh, ah-ah-ah-ah
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh, ah-ah-ah-ah
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh, ah-ah-ah-ah (Oh)
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh, ah-ah-ah-ah (Oh)

Explanation of Post-Chorus
Repeats a melodic refrain that underscores the emotional weight of the lyrics.

[Outro]
Sick

Explanation of Outro
Ends abruptly, leaving a sense of unfinished emotion or thought.
OVERALL
collectedly, the lyrics convey a sense of self-reflection, weakness, and the moping influence of parenting and life gests on one’s angle and geste .