Someday by The Strokes talks about nostalgia, friendships, and coming to terms with the passage of time. It was written by lead singer Julian Casablancas and reflects the feelings of youth and the inevitable changes that come as we grow older. It is cherished for its sense of optimism intertwined with a hint of melancholy.
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In many ways
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They'll miss the good old days
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Someday, someday
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Yeah, it hurts to say
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But I want you to stay
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Sometimes, sometimes
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When we was young
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Oh, man, did we have fun
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Always, always
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Promises
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They break before they're made
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Sometimes, sometimes
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Oh, Maya says I'm lacking in depth
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I will do my best
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You say you want to stay by my side
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Darling, your head's not right
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I see alone we stand, together we fall apart
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Yeah, I think I'll be alright
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I'm working so I won't have to try so hard
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Tables they turn sometimes
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Oh, someday
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Now I ain't wasting no more time
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