Meet Me in the Bathroom

The Strokes

About Meet Me in the Bathroom

Meet Me in the Bathroom: Rebirth and Rock and Roll in New York City 2001–2011 is an oral history which details the rebirth of the New York rock scene in the new millennium, written and compiled by music journalist Lizzy Goodman. It was published in May 2017 by Dey Street Books, an imprint of HarperCollins. The book is named after the Strokes song of the same name from their 2003 album Room on Fire.


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When they say promises
They mean promises
They'd say, "that's ok,
Long as we can celebrate"
You see, my uncle would say
things would change when he's dead

"Meet me in the bathroom"
That's what she said
I don't mind, it's true.

Never was on time
Yes, I once was mine
Well, that was long ago
And darling, I don't mind.
Yeah, we were just two friends in lust
And baby, that just don't mean much
You trained me not to love
After you showed me what it was

Now she's staring wide-eyed
Can't close her eyes
Say what?
Anywhere is fine
just don't waste my time
You see, my uncle would say
things would change once he's dead

"Meet me in the bathroom"
That's what she said
I don't mind, it's true.

Never was on time
Yes, I once was mine
Well, that was long ago
And darling, I don't mind.
Yeah, they were just two fucks in lust
Baby, that just don't mean much 
You trained me not to love
After you taught me what it was.

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The Strokes

The Strokes are an American rock band from New York, consisting of Julian Casablancas (lead vocals), Nick Valensi (guitar, backing vocals), Albert Hammond, Jr. (guitar, backing vocals), Nikolai Fraiture (bass guitar) and Fabrizio Moretti (drums, percussion). more »

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Written by: Julian Casablancas

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10 facts about this song

Artist Background
"Meet Me in the Bathroom" is a song by American rock band The Strokes. The band is renowned for kickstarting the garage rock revival movement in the early 2000s.
Album Details
The song is from Strokes’ second studio album, "Room on Fire," which was released on October 28, 2003.
Chart Performance
Though the song was not released as a single and therefore did not chart, the album "Room on Fire" reached No. 4 in the U.S. and was certified Gold.
Song Duration
The track has a duration of 2 minutes and 57 seconds. It is the 8th song on the album.
Composition Elements
The song features a driving, rhythmic bassline and Julian Casablancas' signature raw vocals.
Song's theme
The lyrics are often interpreted as a reflection on a failed relationship and the fleeting nature of youth.
Influence of the Song
The song was significant enough that its title was borrowed for a book about the New York City rock scene: "Meet Me in the Bathroom: Rebirth and Rock and Roll in New York City 2001-2011" by Lizzy Goodman.
Live Performances
Despite not being a single, "Meet Me in the Bathroom" has been included in The Strokes' live setlists regularly.
Music Review
The song has been acclaimed by music review websites. NME has described it as one of the stand-out tracks on "Room on Fire."
Recording Details
The production of the album "Room on Fire," and thereby "Meet Me in the Bathroom," was somewhat tumultuous, as the band initially started working with producer Nigel Godrich but parted ways due to creative differences. They completed the album with Gordon Raphael, who also produced their debut album.

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