Neon Trees: The Legacy Continues with “Used to Like”
As we welcome a new era of alternative music in 2025, let’s cast our minds to the influential sounds of the multi-platinum chart-topping alternative quartet, Neon Trees. Their RIAA double platinum #1 singles such as “Everybody Talks” and “Animal” have contributed to over 550 million streams and counting. Now, let’s revisit their long-awaited single, “Used To Like,” which marked their grand return five years ago. This single followed their critically acclaimed , Pop Psychology, and paved the way for their fourth full-length . As we journey through their musical evolution, let’s dive deeper into their most impactful single yet, “Used To Like.”
The release of “Used To Like” signaled a new chapter for Neon Trees, continuing their tradition of delivering catchy, introspective anthems set against a backdrop of synth soul and robust guitars. The lyrics, a heartfelt exploration of a relationship’s decline, connected with fans the globe. Frontman Tyler Glenn urges, “Now you’re saying I’m acting crazy, and I don’t see what you see, get to what you used to like about me.”
Reflecting on the single’s profound meaning, Tyler said, “This song is about wanting so bad to get back to that time, that feeling, that energy, and the lengths you will go to in order to get there.”
Following a triumphant 2015 tour, Neon Trees took a brief hiatus, during which Tyler pursued solo projects and made his acclaimed Broadway debut in Kinky Boots in 2018. Inspired by the experience, he brought renewed energy to Neon Trees, leading to a new partnership with ADA and the creation of their next musical era.
Indeed, the era began with “Used To Like”.
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