Do you still feel younger than you thought you would by now
Or darling have you started feeling old yet?
Don’t worry I’m sure that you’re still breaking hearts
With the efficiency that only youth can harness
And do you still think love is a laserquest
Or do you take it all more seriously?
I’ve tried to ask you this in some daydreams that I’ve had
But you’re always busy being make believe
And do you look into the mirror to remind yourself you’re there
Or have somebody’s goodnight kisses got that covered?
When I’m not being honest I pretend that you were just some lover
Now I can’t think of there without thinking of you
I doubt that comes as a surprise
And I can’t think of anything to dream about
I can’t find anywhere to hide
And when I’m hanging on by the rings around my eyes
And I convince myself I need another
For a minute it gets easier to pretend that you were just some lover
When I’m pipe and slippers and rocking chair
Singing dreadful songs about summer
Will I’ve found a better method of pretending you were just some lover?
Will I’ve found a better method of pretending you were just some lover?
Reflections on Youth and Love
“Love Is A Laserquest” by Arctic Monkeys is a poignant meditation on the passage of time, lost youth, and the complexities of love. The lyrics explore a sense of nostalgia and introspection, as the narrator questions whether their former lover still possesses the same youthful intensity or has grown more serious with age. The song’s central metaphor compares love to a laserquest—a game that once felt thrilling and carefree, but now seems tinged with the bittersweet lessons of experience.
The Pain of Reminiscence
Alex Turner’s evocative writing delves into the struggles of moving on, as memories of the past intertwine with present loneliness. The narrator’s attempts to downplay the significance of the relationship only amplify the lingering sense of loss. The repeated question—whether pretending can truly ease the ache—captures the universal challenge of letting go and finding closure.
Song Credits
- Songwriter: Alex Turner
- Release Year: 2011
- Label: Domino Recording Company