I feel jet-lagged every day
I’ve been out my mind drinking anyway
Do you have the time? Tell me what’s the date
Might be out of line but I feel in place
I thought I heard you say
Up and down, in the crowd
Finally, I feel better now
Off the ground, in the clouds
Wish that you could see me now
I don’t doubt, say it loud
Came up from the underground
Turned around, made it out
I wish that you could see me now
I wish that you could see me now
Wish that you could see me now
I wish that you could see me now
I wish that you could see me now
Wish that you could see me now
I wish that you could see me now
Up and down, in the crowd
Finally, I feel better now
Off the ground, in the clouds
Wish that you could see me now
I don’t doubt, say it loud
Came up from the underground
Turned around, made it out
I wish that you could see me now
Up and down, in the crowd
Finally, I feel better now
Off the ground, in the clouds
Wish that you could see me now
I don’t doubt, say it loud
Came up from the underground
Turned around, made it out
I wish that you could see me now
I wish that you could see me now
I wish that you could see me now
Up and down, in the crowd
Finally, I feel better now
Off the ground, in the clouds
Wish that you could see me now
I don’t doubt, say it loud
Came up from the underground
Turned around, made it out
I wish that you could see me now
“Whoa, my god”
“That’s that ninth gear”
Riding Emotional Highs and Lows
“Up & Down” by The Chainsmokers captures the feeling of navigating life’s unpredictable emotional journey. The opening lines set a scene of disorientation and restlessness, with the narrator feeling “jet-lagged” and out of sync. Despite moments of confusion and being “out of line,” there’s an underlying sense of hope and resilience. The chorus is a triumphant declaration of overcoming adversity, with the narrator reflecting on rising from the “underground” and wanting someone important to witness their transformation. The repetition of “I wish that you could see me now” adds a bittersweet longing, suggesting the song is as much about personal growth as it is about seeking validation or connection.
Song Credits
- Artist: The Chainsmokers
- Release Year: 2024