When We Were Young
Sneaky Sound System
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Sorry, sorry, sorry, sorry, I?m sorry What you gonna do when you cross that line, cross that line, cross that line? And what you gonna do when you run out of time, run out of time, run out of time? What you gonna do when you cross that line, cross that line, cross that line? ?Sticky fingers? And what you gonna do when you run out of time, run out of time, run out of time? ?Facts and figure ends? Oh oh oh OH All we had was good, just like it should When we were young We were just nineteen, oh such a scene When we were young Sorry, sorry, sorry, sorry, I?m sorry What you gonna do when you cross that line, cross that line, cross that line? ?I told you to eat your dinner? And what you gonna do when you run out of time, run out of time, run out of time? ?I?m in trouble with you? All we had was good, just like it should When we were young And all you would be kings, you fearless things Where are you now? Don?t you throw it away, don?t you throw it away Don?t you throw it away, away All we had was good, just like it should When we were young We were just nineteen, oh such a scene When we were young And all you would be kings, you fearless things Where are you now?
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Written by: ANGUS PETER MCDONALD, CONNIE THEMBI MITCHELL
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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12 facts about this song
Artist BackgroundSneaky Sound System is an Australian electronic music group formed in Sydney in 2001. The group was originally formed by Black Angus (Angus McDonald) and MC Double D (Daimon Downey).
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Song Specific"When We Were Young" is a song from the second studio album titled "2" and it was released by Sneaky Sound System in 2008.
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Album SuccessThe album "2" peaked at number 5 on the Australian Albums Chart and was certified platinum by the Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA).
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Track Popularity"When We Were Young" was one of the most popular tracks on the album and received significant radio play in Australia.
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Music StyleThe song is typically described as electro-pop, featuring a synthesizer-based beat and catchy vocal hooks.
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Chart PerformanceAlthough the song was well-liked, it did not make a significant impact on music charts compared to other Sneaky Sound System hits like "I Love It" and "Pictures".
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CollaborationLike many songs by Sneaky Sound System, "When We Were Young" was a collaborative effort between Angus McDonald and Daimon Downey.
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Live PerformancesThe song was a staple in the band's live sets and has often been regarded as a fan favourite.
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Music VideoThe music video for "When We Were Young" features a nostalgic look at youth and adolescence, in keeping with the song's lyrics and theme.
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Lyrics InterpretationThe lyrics of the song evoke a sense of nostalgia and longing for the carefree days of youth. They touch on themes of change, growth, and the passing of time.
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Song LengthThe song has a duration of approximately four minutes and thirty seconds.
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Evergreen AppealDespite being released over a decade ago, "When We Were Young" continues to be popular on streaming platforms and at Sneaky Sound System's performances.
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