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.
In many ways They'll miss the good old days Someday, someday Yeah, it hurts to say But I want you to stay Sometimes, sometimes When we was young Oh, man, did we have fun Always, always Promises They break before they're made Sometimes, sometimes
Oh, Maya says I'm lacking in depth I will do my best You say you want to stay by my side Darling, your head's not right I see alone we stand, together we fall apart Yeah, I think I'll be alright I'm working so I won't have to try so hard Tables they turn sometimes Oh, someday Now I ain't wasting no more time
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And now my fears They come to me in threes So I sometimes Say fate my friend You say the strangest things I find sometimes
Oh, Maya says I'm lacking in depth I will do my best You say you want to stay by my side Darling, your head's not right I see alone we stand, together we fall apart Yeah, I think I'll be alright I'm working so I won't have to try so hard Tables they turn sometimes Oh, someday Now I ain't wasting no more time