When I see you again, I’ll make a phone call
And talk to anyone who picks up
When I see you again, I’ll be on guard
Act like it didn’t mean that much
When I see you again, I hope you’re out with your friends
And you’re not thinking about me ’cause you’re happy again
When I see you again
When I see you again
When I see you again, I’ll be on guard
When I see you again, I’ll be on guard
When I see you again, I’ll be on guard
When I see you again, I’ll be on guard
When I see you again, I hope you moved on
Don’t want to pick up where we left off
When I see you again, I hope you found peace
And you’re not looking in the wrong place
When I see you again just like the smoke of your breath
I promise I’ll disappear just like your last cigarette
When I see you again
When I see you again
When I see you again
When I see you again
When I see you again
When I see you again
When I see you again
When I see you again
When I see you again
When I see you again
When I see you again, I’ll be on guard
When I, when I see you again, I’ll be on guard, I’ll be on guard
When I see you again, I’ll be on guard
When I, when I see you again, I’ll be on guard, I’ll be on guard
When I see you again, I’ll be on guard
When I see you again, I’ll be on guard
When I see you again, I’ll be on guard
When I see you again, I’ll be on guard
Facing the Past: A Closer Look at “See You Again”
“See You Again” by The Chainsmokers explores the delicate emotions that surface when encountering someone significant from the past. The lyrics convey a desire for emotional distance, highlighting the struggle to maintain composure while facing old memories. Phrases like “I’ll be on guard” and “Act like it didn’t mean that much” reflect the narrator’s effort to protect themselves, signaling vulnerability beneath their exterior. Meanwhile, the repeated hope that the other person has moved on and found happiness suggests a bittersweet mix of care and self-preservation. The song captures the universal tension between nostalgia and the need to move forward, resonating with anyone who has experienced a meaningful goodbye.
Song Credits
Artist: The Chainsmokers
Release Year: 2024