When she was 17 years old, Roan uploaded a song titled "Die Young" to YouTube, leading Atlantic Records to sign her to the label. In summer 2020, she released a song titled "Pink Pony Club," which Vulture described as "the Song of Summer 2021." Her debut album The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess was released on September 22, 2023, through Island Records, Amusement Records, and KRA International. This album would go on to reach the Top 10 on the Billboard 200 nine months after its release, peaking at number five.
In 2024, after opening for Olivia Rodrigo during several stops of Rodrigo's GUTS tour (and then going viral on the social media platform TikTok), Chappell Roan surged in popularity. She went on to perform at Coachella, Governer's Ball, Boston Calling and Bonnaroo that same year, drawing large crowds. Her success was highlighted in an interview and subsequent performance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.
Her star continued to rise throughout the year, with her single "Good Luck, Babe!" which reached the top ten of several countries' charts, Chappell Roan continued to chart several singles from "The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess," with tracks such as "HOT TO GO!," "Red Wine Supernova," "Casual," and "Femininomonon" entering the chart months after release. Chappell Roan would eventually chart six tracks concurrently on the Billboard Hot 100, while continuing "The Rise And Fall of a Midwest Princess Tour" as well as her festival tour in the summer and fall of 2024.
Good Luck Babe!
Chappell Roan Lyrics
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You can say that we are nothing, but you know the truth
And guess I'm the fool
With her arms out like an angel through the car sunroof
I don't wanna call it off
But you don't wanna call it love
You only wanna be the one that I call "baby"
You can kiss a hundred boys in bars
Shoot another shot, try to stop the feeling
You can say it's just the way you are
Make a new excuse, another stupid reason
Good luck, babe (well, good luck), well, good luck, babe (well, good luck)
You'd have to stop the world just to stop the feeling
Good luck, babe (well, good luck), well, good luck, babe (well, good luck)
You'd have to stop the world just to stop the feeling
I'm cliché, who cares?
It's a sexually explicit kind of love affair
And I cry, it's not fair
I just need a little lovin', I just need a little air
Think I'm gonna call it off
Even if you call it love
I just wanna love someone who calls me "baby"
You can kiss a hundred boys in bars
Shoot another shot, try to stop the feeling
You can say it's just the way you are
Make a new excuse, another stupid reason
Good luck, babe (well, good luck), well, good luck, babe (well, good luck)
You'd have to stop the world just to stop the feeling
Good luck, babe (well, good luck), well, good luck, babe (well, good luck)
You'd have to stop the world just to stop the feeling
When you wake up next to him in the middle of the night
With your head in your hands, you're nothing more than his wife
And when you think about me, all of those years ago
You're standing face to face with "I told you so"
You know I hate to say, "I told you so"
You know I hate to say, but, I told you so
You can kiss a hundred boys in bars
Shoot another shot, try to stop the feeling (well, I told you so)
You can say it's just the way you are
Make a new excuse, another stupid reason
Good luck, babe (well, good luck), well, good luck, babe (well, good luck)
You'd have to stop the world just to stop the feeling
Good luck, babe (well, good luck), well, good luck, babe (well, good luck)
You'd have to stop the world just to stop the feeling
You'd have to stop the world just to stop the feeling
You'd have to stop the world just to stop the feeling
You'd have to stop the world just to stop the feeling
Overall Meaning
The lyrics of "Good Luck Babe!" by Chappell Roan delve into the complexities of a tumultuous relationship that is filled with confusion, unrequited love, and ultimately, realization. The singer in the song is grappling with their feelings towards a partner who seems indifferent and unwilling to commit to a deeper emotional connection. The opening lines convey a sense of resignation and self-awareness as the singer acknowledges that they may be viewed as foolish for holding onto hope in a situation where the other person is not fully invested.
The chorus serves as a defiant declaration of independence and self-worth as the singer wishes their partner "good luck" in their quest to find fulfillment elsewhere. The repetition of the phrase "good luck, babe" seems to be a sarcastic farewell, suggesting that the singer recognizes the futility of trying to change the other person's behavior or emotions. The imagery of "stopping the world just to stop the feeling" conveys the intensity of the emotional turmoil and the impossibility of escaping it easily.
As the song progresses, the singer becomes more introspective, questioning their own role in the relationship and expressing a desire for genuine love and affection. The reference to kissing boys in bars and seeking temporary distractions reflects a sense of disillusionment and longing for something more meaningful. The line "I just need a little lovin', I just need a little air" encapsulates the singer's yearning for genuine emotional connection and fulfillment.
The final verse of the song takes a poignant turn as the singer reflects on the consequences of their partner's choices and the potential for regret. The mention of waking up next to someone else and facing the realization of missed opportunities underscores the bittersweet nature of relationships and the pain of unreciprocated love. The repeated refrain of "I told you so" conveys a mix of resignation, regret, and a sense of closure as the singer acknowledges the inevitability of the situation. Overall, "Good Luck Babe!" is a raw and introspective exploration of love, loss, and the complexities of human relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
It's fine, it's cool
Everything seems alright on the surface, I'm pretending to be unfazed.
You can say that we are nothing, but you know the truth
Despite the dismissal of our relationship, there is an undeniable connection we both recognize.
And guess I'm the fool
I acknowledge my foolishness in holding onto hope for what we once had.
With her arms out like an angel through the car sunroof
Visualizing a carefree, almost divine moment that contrasts with my current emotional struggle.
I don't wanna call it off
I am hesitant to end this relationship, as there is something still valuable to me.
But you don't wanna call it love
The other person is reluctant to acknowledge what we share as genuine love.
You only wanna be the one that I call 'baby'
The desire lies in wanting to attain a level of endearment without the deeper commitment.
You can kiss a hundred boys in bars
Engaging in fleeting encounters with others is possible, yet it doesn't fulfill real emotional needs.
Shoot another shot, try to stop the feeling
Attempting to numb or avoid feelings through distractions or unhealthy habits.
You can say it's just the way you are
Rationalizing behavior with a catchphrase while neglecting deeper emotional consequences.
Make a new excuse, another stupid reason
Creating justifications for actions that are clearly hurtful or misguided.
Good luck, babe (well, good luck), well, good luck, babe (well, good luck)
A sarcastic wish for success in navigating through superficial emotions.
You'd have to stop the world just to stop the feeling
Stopping feelings seems impossible; the intensity of emotional experiences is overwhelming.
I'm cliché, who cares?
I acknowledge the predictability of my emotions, but I'm indifferent to criticism.
It's a sexually explicit kind of love affair
The relationship is based largely on physical connection rather than emotional intimacy.
And I cry, it's not fair
Feeling deep emotional pain and frustration over the unequal nature of our relationship.
I just need a little lovin', I just need a little air
Seeking validation and space to breathe emotionally amidst the turmoil.
Think I'm gonna call it off
Considering ending the relationship for my own well-being.
Even if you call it love
Even though you might label our connection as love, I don't feel that way anymore.
I just wanna love someone who calls me 'baby'
Longing for a genuine connection with someone who reciprocates affection wholeheartedly.
When you wake up next to him in the middle of the night
Imagining the aftermath of the relationship, where the other has moved on with someone else.
With your head in your hands, you're nothing more than his wife
Feeling trapped in a situation where personal desires are unfulfilled, reduced to a mere role.
And when you think about me, all of those years ago
Reflecting on our past and how emotions have transformed over time.
You're standing face to face with 'I told you so'
Confronting the reality that my warnings or insights have come to fruition.
You know I hate to say, 'I told you so'
Expressing regret in having to remind someone of their mistakes, despite being right.
You can kiss a hundred boys in bars
Reiterating the idea that superficial encounters can't replace deeper emotional bonds.
Shoot another shot, try to stop the feeling (well, I told you so)
Saying that despite attempts to numb oneself, the emotional truth remains unchanged.
You'd have to stop the world just to stop the feeling
Reiterating the impossibility to suppress deep emotional experiences; they persist.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Justin Drew Tranter, Daniel Leonard Nigro, Kayleigh Rose Amstutz
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Jevins Jackson
This is a nice song!
T
My husband is MY SOULMATE! SO KEEP DREAMING HOE
T
Dirty hoe
Love of Ur life
Baby 8 cant even
Read i am on U
I think of U every Minite
U are just in Me
I cant explain
U are in Me
I cant resist i wANNA
FALL IN love with U
Could beU &ame meet
For a while???
Listen to Jain - Makeba (Beatmaker
Love of Ur life
Moree
I love U
Where are U?
Ouuuuuah
matt
Hello ppl I need help finding a song that I don't remember almost anything about, I only remember the cover I think there were three people riding in a car with clown masks and guns, about the song itself I remember little or nothing about the melody, only I remember that in part of the chorus they said "twinkle twinkle in the sky" and that the song was, I think, indie music. I would be very grateful if you could help me find it.
Joseph Cool
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Hans
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