⋆ Full English Track
⋆ Korean Title: The Devil’s Voice That I Met By The Window At Midnight Was Sweet
⋆ Genre: Pop
⋆ Producing Credits: Slow Rabbit
⋆ Writing/Composing Credits: Slow Rabbit, BLVSH, Chris James
About: The opening track 'Devil By The Window' introduces the seductive pull of Neverland, represented by a devil-like figure enticing the boys with promises of eternal youth and freedom from responsibilities. It metaphorically explores the tension between escapism and confronting reality, with the devil-like Peter Pan blurring the lines between fantasy and truth. The song highlights the initial resistance to growing up and the dangerous allure of distractions that impede personal growth. [Please note that this is our interpretation of the song's meaning, based on the ongoing narrative of TXT's discography and insights from the members and official press releases. It's perfectly fine to have a different interpretation—after all, that's the beauty of music ♡]
LYRIC VIDEO: (Be sure to check out the written lyrics below for additional explanations of any lyrics or references not covered in the lyric video).
LYRICS
Lie lie lie lie down
Go rest your eyes
Just fall asleep
Sweet dreams
You can't get off the ride
A wolf in sheep clothes
His disguise
In the na na na night
You'll be hiding inside
Uh, whatcha doing?
"You got some time today?"
Uh, what a nuisance
"Come, come, come out to play"
High, so high, the crimson sky
It's way too sweet to turn down
I scream and shout but no one's 'round
There's no way to escape it
I met the devil by the window
Traded my life
Temptation touched my tongue
Spread the wings of desire
He's whispering
"Give up, don't you put up a fight"
Said the devil by the window
"Dream on, dream on, good night!"
Said the devil by the window
"Dream on, dream on, good night!"
Waste, waste away
In the gutter with me
No, I can't tell what is fake in my reality
I see the waves, see the waves
Wash over me
Oh stay, you can stay
When you're tempted to leave
Uh, whatcha doing?
You got some time today?
Uh, what a nuisance
Come, come, come out to play
High, so high, the crimson sky
It's way too sweet to turn down
I scream and shout but no one's 'round
There's no way to escape it
I met the devil by the window
Traded my life
Temptation touched my tongue
Spread the wings of desire
He's whispering
"Give up, don't you put up a fight"
Said the devil by the window
"Dream on, dream on, good night!"
Said the devil by the window
"Dream on, dream on, good night!"
Devil, de-devil, devil
Devil, de-devil (Oh I met the)
Devil, de-devil, devil
Come here, come here, good night
High
I feel my body drifting into the sky
I won't come down, come down, come down
I'll fly
Weightless without a worry into the night
He said, "Dream on, dream on, dream on"
Helpful Context (Album Summary): Inspired by the story of Peter Pan, ‘The Name Chapter: Temptation’ explores the allure of Neverland—a fantastical place where one never has to grow up. Following the chaos and conflicts of the previous chapters, the boys, now on the brink of adulthood, face the temptation of remaining in a perpetual state of youthful freedom as they grapple with the internal conflict between postponing their growth by staying in Neverland and embracing adulthood. The album's tracks, when listened to in order, portray their struggle to navigate personal growth amidst external pressures, distractions, and temptations, highlighting the universal challenge of choosing between complacency and progression in the journey of self-discovery. Their decision to journey forward despite this desire is a representation of today’s generation as they continue to grow through the challenges of the world.
Helpful Context (Album Series Summary): ‘The Name Chapter’ albums delve into identity and self-definition, focusing on the journey of discovering and embracing one's true self amid societal pressures. Following the conflicts of the Chaos Chapters and Minisode 2, these albums explore how the boys let these experiences shape them, highlighting their struggles to assert their individuality and solidify their identities as they transition into adulthood. The overarching narrative emphasizes self-acceptance, authenticity, and the transformative power of embracing one’s unique path and true calling.
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