july

Lyn Lapid's song 'July' captures the bittersweet essence of youthful nostalgia and the inevitable passage of time. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of two friends reconnecting and reminiscing about their teenage years. The imagery of 'meeting up like we're seventeen again' and 'solo cups but now we put beer in 'em' evokes a sense of longing for simpler times, where carefree summer nights were filled with laughter and deep conversations. The mention of 'diving into the deep end' serves as a metaphor for taking risks and embracing the unknown, a common theme in the journey from adolescence to adulthood.

The song also delves into the complexities of growing up and moving on. The lines 'moving out and counting the miles this little town takes all of your breath with it' reflect the inevitable changes that come with leaving one's hometown and the mixed emotions that accompany such transitions. The protagonist's reflection on 'all the late nights in' and 'letting our deepest secrets slip' highlights the deep bonds formed during these formative years, making the impending separation all the more poignant. The recurring wish to 'close my eyes, ignore the sirens, watch the Sun leave the horizon' symbolizes a desire to hold onto these fleeting moments and resist the relentless march of time.

The chorus, with its repeated assertion that 'those summer nights belong to you and I,' underscores the enduring impact of these shared experiences. Despite the passage of time and the changes that life brings, the memories of those summer nights remain a cherished part of the protagonist's identity. The song's closing lines, 'hold on a little longer, you're slipping through my fingers, the tide will pull us under, what's left of you will linger,' poignantly capture the inevitability of change and the enduring nature of cherished memories. 'July' is a heartfelt ode to the fleeting nature of youth and the lasting impact of the bonds we form during those formative years.