Completing the cinematic universe established by “In The Modern World” and “Here’s The Thing,” Fontaines D.C. present “It’s Amazing To Be Young” — a tribute to youthful love, affirming its significance in life.
Optimism can be hard to genuinely find. In many ways, it’s almost easier to convince yourself to feel it, especially as a young person today. With so much chaos and distress in the world, many seek assurance that youth should still be celebrated. “It’s Amazing To Be Young” does just that, serving as an uplifting reminder that being young and retaining the associated innocence is a valuable gift.
Despite its straightforward themes and lyrics, the song is remarkable and further solidifies Fontaines D.C. as one of today’s most influential and resonant bands.
It's the cost
That brings you down
But it’s amazing
To be young
It’s Amazing to Be Young – Fontaines D.C.
Throughout the song, a sense of nostalgia weaves through, aligning the theme with its instrumentation and delivery, pushing the track toward brilliance. Beginning and ending with a subtle music box quality reminiscent of a lullaby (as depicted in the music video), the song bursts with lively drums, a catchy “duh, do, do, do, do” in the bridge, and vibrant guitar tones, all contributing to an unparalleled joy of simply being alive.
Musically, it evokes comparisons to The Cure and The Smiths—imagine “Just Like Heaven” blended with “Pretty Girls Make Graves,” enhanced by a unique touch that only Fontaines D.C. can provide. Although released as a sort of footnote to the band’s Romance era, the song feels like a reconnection. It embodies the culmination of everything explored during Romance, which started with the question “Maybe romance is a place / For me and you.” Viewing this new track as a metaphorical conclusion to the project, “It’s Amazing To Be Young” seemingly affirms that yes, romance is indeed a place for us.
In the face of global challenges, romance, especially youthful romance, deserves appreciation and fond reflection.
Sometimes I wake up and it’s dark
Perform the ritual that puts me in the part
But I sang them every word I had
Seems like they’re never gonna understand
That the cost
Brings you down
But it’s amazing
To be young
Fontaines D.C. © Peter Joseph Smith
Fontaines D.C. drummer Tom Coll discusses Dracula, dystopian films, and Irish traditional music in an interview. Since the release of Skinty Fia and particularly with Romance, Fontaines D.C. have proven themselves a prolific, generationally significant act deserving of much acclaim and respect.
Their understanding of music is clear, and their remarkable ability to create a cohesive project is evident. Moreover, the band’s commitment to aesthetic, underscored by their captivating visuals, adds to their authenticity. Fontaines D.C. beautifully encapsulates the essence of being alive, embracing the mix of euphoria, confusion, frustration, and passion in every moment.
From their musical approach to their meticulous and rounded delivery seen throughout Romance and their career to date, Fontaines D.C. convincingly demonstrates that “It’s Amazing to Be Young” while leaving us eager for what they will unveil next!
But it’s amazing
To be young
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Apparently wrapping up the cinematic universe established by “In The Modern World” and “Here’s The Thing,” Fontaines D.C. present “It’s Amazing To Be Young” – acknowledging the significance of young love and demonstrating its importance in life.
