Young
We were so young when we thought that we knew how to love
Fought about anything, everything led to dysfunction
But we just gotta own that shit
Don’t let it go like this
Maybe we can grow from this, yeah
We both know I go too far like when I wrecked your car
And almost fought your father when he pushed me in the yard
And all those nights we snuck out, like to meet up at the bar
Don’t worry, my love, we’re learning to love
But it’s hard when you’re young
Yeah, it’s hard when you’re young
Caught
We were caught up in the high, it was better than drugs
Too high to see that it would all lead to destruction
At least we both know that shit
We just gotta own that shit
I hope that we can grow from this, yeah
We both know I go too far like when I wrecked your car
And almost fought your father when he pushed me in the yard
And all those nights we snuck out, like to meet up at the bar
Don’t worry, my love, we’re learning to love
But it’s hard when you’re young
Yeah, it’s hard when you’re young
Yeah, yeah, it’s hard when you’re young
I’m calling you up, you tell me it’s over
Say what you want, but it’s hard when you’re young
I’m calling you up, you tell me it’s over
You say what you want, but it’s hard when you’re young
We both know I go too far like when I wrecked your car
And almost fought your father when he pushed me in the yard
And all those nights we snuck out, like to meet up at the bar
Don’t worry, my love, we’re learning to love
But it’s hard when you’re young
I’m calling you up, you tell me it’s over
Say what you want, but it’s hard when you’re young
I’m calling you up, you tell me it’s over
You say what you want, but it’s hard when you’re young
Yeah, it’s hard when you’re young
Yeah, it’s hard when you’re young
Yeah, yeah, it’s hard when you’re young
I’m calling you up, you tell me it’s over
Say what you want, but it’s hard when you’re young
I’m calling you up, you tell me it’s over
You say what you want, but it’s hard when you’re young
Finding Truth in Youthful Mistakes
“Young” by The Chainsmokers is a heartfelt reflection on the turbulence and beauty of youth. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of young love, marked by impulsive choices, emotional highs, and inevitable missteps. Lines like “We were so young when we thought that we knew how to love” capture the naivety and rawness of first relationships, while recounting specific memories—like wrecking a car or sneaking out—grounds the song in authenticity. Rather than shying away from their faults, the narrators embrace them, suggesting that these experiences are essential for growth. The repeating chorus, “it’s hard when you’re young,” serves as both a confession and a comfort, resonating with anyone who has navigated the complicated journey of growing up.
Song Credits
- Artist: The Chainsmokers
- Songwriters: Andrew Taggart, Alex Pall, Peter Hanna, Taylor Bird
- Release Year: 2017
- Label: Disruptor Records, Columbia Records