⋆ Genre [Source: Naver/BigHit]: Pop rock
⋆ Producing Credits: Carson Thatcher
⋆ Writing/Composing Credits: Carson Thatcher, "hitman" bang, Joseph Kurbanov, Revin, James Sullivan, Jake Torrey, Peter Thomas, EL CAPITXN, YEONJUN, Moa "Cazzi Opeia" Carlebecker & Ellen Berg (Sunshine), Jung Jin Woo, Stella Jang, danke, Nikkis Thomas
ABOUT/MEANING: 'Farewell Neverland' serves as an emotional farewell, marking the boys’ difficult decision to leave the comfort and escapism of Neverland* and step into adulthood. The track symbolizes the end of their youth and the poignant beginning of their journey into the real world. It captures the bittersweet transition from innocence to maturity, as the boys confront the tension between the safety of fantasy and the unavoidable necessity of personal growth. With a melancholic yet hopeful tone, 'Farewell Neverland' conveys the emotional weight of letting go of a world filled with comfort and dreams, while embracing the challenges and complexities of adulthood with courage and resilience. *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 - ENGLISH TRANSLATION (translations by @translatingTXT)
Neverland my love I bid you farewell and I’m free falling
Stars, sleep well till I be calling
No matter where I go, this is no home
Even though I'm afraid, I’m going down
Farewell Neverland, my love
The warm, same season every day
The boy who never grows up
The kiss of the sleepless sun
No one is looking at the stars
A paradise is full of lies
I wanted to turn a blind eye, woah-oh
My final hiding place,
I hoped for endless flying
It’s the end, it’s true
Neverland my love, I bid you farewell and I’m free falling
Stars, sleep well till I be calling
No matter where I go this is no home
Even though I'm afraid, I’m going down
Farewell Neverland, my love
Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh (falling, falling)
Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh (falling, falling)
Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh (falling, falling)
Farewell Neverland, my love
Everything that was beautiful
I know now wasn't the truth
I’m going to spit out that cruel lie
In the irresponsible paradise of dreams
I’ll say my final goodbye
My Peter Pan
Running through the air
Full speed toward the ground
Time to fall, it's time
Neverland my love, I bid you farewell and I’m free falling
Stars, sleep well till I be calling
No matter where I go this is no home
Even though I'm afraid, I’m going down
Farewell Neverland, my love
Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh (falling, falling)
Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh (falling, falling)
Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh (falling, falling)
Farewell Neverland, my love
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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