⋆ Full English Track
⋆ Korean Title: The Devil’s Voice That I Met By The Window At Midnight Was Sweet
⋆ Genre [Source: Naver/BigHit]: Pop
⋆ Producing Credits: Slow Rabbit
⋆ Writing/Composing Credits: Slow Rabbit, BLVSH, Chris James
ABOUT/MEANING: 'Devil By The Window' introduces the seductive pull of Neverland*, embodied by a devil-like figure that tempts the boys with promises of eternal youth and freedom from responsibilities, much like how Peter Pan lured the Darling children to Neverland through their window. The song explores the tension between escapism and the need to face reality, with the devil-like figure blurring the lines between fantasy and truth. As the devil’s whispers grow stronger, the boys' resistance weakens, reflecting the dangerous allure of distractions that hinder personal growth. *See 'The Name Chapter: TEMPTATION album summary for context/explanation.
[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 ♡]
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): ‘The Name Chapter: Temptation’ draws inspiration from Peter Pan, delving into the allure of Neverland - a fantastical place of eternal youth. After the chaos of previous chapters, the boys* stand at the threshold of adulthood, torn between the temptation to remain in Neverland, with its promise of endless freedom, and the inevitable pull toward growing up. Experienced in sequence, the album’s tracks portray their internal struggle against external pressures, distractions, and fears of change, illustrating the universal challenge of choosing between complacency and progression on the path to self-discovery. Their decision to move forward despite these temptations mirrors the journey of today’s generation, capturing the tension between holding on to youth and embracing the future. This pivotal moment sets the stage for their evolution in the next installment of this chapter. [*Within TXT's discography-based narrative the 'boys/boy' can be interpreted as representing the TXT members, but they also serve as generalized protagonists used to convey the broader experiences of youth.]
Helpful Context (Album Series Summary): 'The Name Chapters’ delve into identity and self-definition, focusing on the journey of discovering and embracing one’s true self amidst societal pressures. Building on the conflicts explored in 'The Chaos Chapters' and 'Minisode 2,' this new chapter showcases how the boys* allow these past experiences to shape their growth, highlighting their struggles to assert their individuality and solidify their name as they transition into adulthood. The overarching narrative centers on self-acceptance, authenticity, and the transformative journey of embracing one’s unique path and true calling. [*Within TXT's discography-based narrative the 'boys/boy' can be interpreted as representing the TXT members, but they also serve as generalized protagonists used to convey the broader experiences of youth.]
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