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therefore i am
Billie Eilish Lyrics
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You think that you're the man
I think, therefore, I am
I'm not your friend or anything, damn
You think that you're the man
I think, therefore, I am
Stop, what the hell are you talking about? Ha
Get my pretty name outta your mouth
We are not the same with or without
Don't talk 'bout me like how you might know how I feel
Top of the world, but your world isn't real
Your world's an ideal
So go have fun
I really couldn't care less
And you can give 'em my best, but just know
I'm not your friend or anything, damn
You think that you're the man
I think, therefore, I am
I'm not your friend or anything, damn
You think that you're the man
I think, therefore, I am
I don't want press to put your name next to mine
We're on different lines, so I
Wanna be nice enough, they don't call my bluff
'Cause I hate to find
Articles, articles, articles
Rather you remain unremarkable
Got a lotta interviews, interviews, interviews
When they say your name, I just act confused
Did you have fun?
I really couldn't care less
And you can give 'em my best, but just know
I'm not your friend or anything, damn
You think that you're the man
I think, therefore, I am
I'm not your friend or anything, damn
You think that you're the man
I think, therefore, I am
I'm sorry
I don't think I caught your name
I'm sorry
I don't think I caught your name
I'm not your friend or anything, damn
You think that you're the man
I think, therefore, I am
I'm not your friend or anything, damn
You think that you're the man
I think, therefore, I am
Billie Eilish's song "Therefore I Am" is an assertive, rebellious track that showcases a sense of autonomy and defiance from the point of view of a young woman who is tired of being mistreated and manipulated by a man who claims to be her friend, but ultimately holds her in low regard. Eilish sets the tone with the opening lines, "I'm not your friend or anything, damn. You think that you're the man. I think, therefore, I am," establishing her independence and intellectual prowess, slyly referencing the philosophy of Descartes. She rejects his assumptions about her and his power over her, refusing to engage with him on his terms. The chorus repeats this theme of self-determination, with the lyrics, "I'm not your friend or anything, damn. You think that you're the man. I think, therefore, I am," emphasizing the power of independent thought and the rejection of societal expectations.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm not your friend or anything, damn
I am not your friend and I have no interest in being one.
You think that you're the man
You have an over-inflated sense of importance or ego.
I think, therefore, I am
I exist on my own terms and do not require validation or approval from others.
Stop, what the hell are you talking about? Ha
Your words are confusing and have no basis in reality.
Get my pretty name outta your mouth
Stop mentioning me in your conversations or gossip.
We are not the same with or without
Our paths in life are different and have no relation to each other.
Don't talk 'bout me like how you might know how I feel
You cannot assume to know my thoughts or feelings based on your own perspective.
Top of the world, but your world isn't real
You may feel superior or accomplished, but your reality is not necessarily reflective of the truth.
Your world's an ideal
Your perception of the world is based on an idealistic view.
So go have fun
You are free to explore your own interests and hobbies.
I really couldn't care less
Your actions or opinions have no bearing on my life.
And you can give 'em my best, but just know
You may share my regards with others, but they will not change my attitude towards you.
I don't want press to put your name next to mine
I do not want any association or comparison to be made between us in the media.
We're on different lines, so I
We have different paths to follow, therefore I do not seek your approval or attention.
Wanna be nice enough, they don't call my bluff
I aim to be polite so that no one questions my intentions or sincerity.
'Cause I hate to find
It is unpleasant for me to discover.
Articles, articles, articles
Media outlets are constantly featuring stories about me and others.
Rather you remain unremarkable
I prefer that you stay out of the spotlight and maintain a low profile.
Got a lotta interviews, interviews, interviews
I am frequently interviewed by the media.
When they say your name, I just act confused
I pretend not to know or recognize you when your name is mentioned.
I'm sorry
I apologize for any unintentional offense.
I don't think I caught your name
I do not remember meeting you or hearing your name before.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Billie Eilish O'Connell, Finneas Baird O'Connell
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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