I know as the night goes on
You might end up with someone
So why do I bite my tongue?
Oh, I wanna know ya
I’m lookin’ around the room
Is one of those strangers you?
And do you notice me too?
Oh, I wanna know ya
(I want ya) You’re a face I won’t forget
(I want ya) Don’t know how much time is left
(I want ya) Haven’t had a moment yet
Oh, dance with me, it won’t kill ya
And one for the road
Dance with me, it won’t kill ya
And one before you go
Dance with me, it won’t kill ya
And one for the road
So why won’t you stay a little longer?
Dance with me
Dance with me
(Mon amour)
You’re putting your jacket on
Oh no, is the moment gone?
Don’t wanna regret this one
Ooh, I wanna know ya
(I want ya) You’re a face I won’t forget
(I want ya) Don’t know how much time is left
(I want ya) Haven’t had a moment yet
Oh, dance with me, it won’t kill ya
And one for the road
Dance with me, it won’t kill ya
And one before you go
Dance with me, it won’t kill ya
And one for the road
So why won’t you stay a little longer?
Dance with me
(Mon amour)
Dance with me
(Mon amour)
I know as the night goes on
You might end up with someone
So why do I bite my tongue?
Ooh, I wanna know ya
Oh, dance with me, it won’t kill ya
And one for the road
Dance with me, it won’t kill ya
And one before you go
Dance with me, it won’t kill ya
And one for the road
So why won’t you stay a little longer?
So why won’t you just stay a little longer?
So why won’t you just stay a little longer?
Whoa, whoa, yeah
So why won’t you just stay a little longer?
So why won’t you just stay a little longer?
(So why won’t you just stay a little longer?)
The Urgency of the Moment
“It Won’t Kill Ya” by The Chainsmokers captures the fleeting nature of nightlife connections. The lyrics paint a picture of longing and anticipation as the narrator watches someone they’re drawn to, unsure if the opportunity to interact will slip away. There’s a palpable sense of urgency—every glance and unspoken word could be their last chance before the night ends. The repeated invitation to “dance with me, it won’t kill ya” is both playful and vulnerable, reflecting the desire to seize the moment without regret.
Bittersweet Temptation and Regret
The song’s chorus and verses echo a bittersweet hope that a simple dance could spark something more, while also acknowledging the possibility of missed opportunities. The recurring question—”So why won’t you stay a little longer?”—underscores a universal fear of what might be lost if we don’t act on our instincts. Ultimately, the track is an ode to taking chances amid the uncertainty of fleeting encounters.
Song Credits
- Artist: The Chainsmokers
- Release Year: 2017
- Label: Disruptor Records, Columbia Records
- Songwriters: Andrew Taggart, Emily Warren, Scott Harris