Growing Up is Getting Old Lyrics – Teddy Swims

[Verse 1]
Growing up is getting old
I can’t fit my favorite clothes
I stay up and think too much
So I get stoned, and I get drunk

[Verse 2]
I still make the same mistakes
Like I did at Jackson Lake
Well, I made some friends and let some go
Growing up is getting old

[Chorus]
Time goes by, I don’t understand it
Tell me why life starts to lose it’s magic
But I still feel it when I look into your eyes

[Verse 3]
My parents won’t be here for long
Should see ’em more before they’re gone
Oh, it hits me when the wrinkles show
Growing up is getting old (Ooh-ooh)
(Ooh-ooh-ooh)

[Chorus]
Time goes by, I don’t understand it
(Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh-ooh) Tell me why life starts to lose it’s magic
(Ooh-ooh-ooh) But I still feel it when I look into your eyes

[Outro]
There’s a silver lining in your eyes
Sometimes I need reminding
That I still feel it when I look into your eyes

[Verse 1]
The first verse reflects on the challenges and changes that come with growing older. The phrase “Growing up is getting old” suggests a realization that adulthood is not as glamorous as anticipated, with struggles like outgrowing favorite clothes and battling insomnia due to overthinking, leading to seeking solace in substances like alcohol and drügs.

[Verse 2]
In the second verse, the singer acknowledges repeating past mistakes, reminiscent of a specific location (“Jackson Lake”), symbolizing recurring patterns despite growth. They also reflect on the transient nature of friendships, where some are retained while others fade away, underscoring the emotional complexity of maturing.

[Chorus]
The chorus expresses a sense of bewilderment towards the passage of time and the loss of life’s enchantment with age. Despite this disillusionment, the singer finds solace and a sense of enduring connection when gazing into the eyes of a loved one, hinting at the preservation of magic through intimate relationships.

[Verse 3]
Here, the focus shifts to the inevitability of aging and mortality, particularly regarding the singer’s parents. The realization that time with loved ones is finite becomes palpable, leading to a sense of urgency to cherish moments with aging parents before they’re gone, underscored by the poignancy of noticing physical signs of aging like wrinkles.

[Chorus]
This repetition of the chorus reinforces the theme of grappling with the mysteries of time and the loss of wonder in life’s journey. Despite these existential musings, the singer finds reassurance and a sense of enduring wonder when connecting with their loved one, highlighting the transformative power of love amidst life’s uncertainties.

[Outro]
The outro encapsulates a moment of hope amidst the contemplation of aging and mortality. The “silver lining” in the loved one’s eyes symbolizes a source of optimism and comfort, serving as a reminder that even amidst the challenges of growing older, there are moments of joy and connection to be cherished, particularly when shared with loved ones.