Break The Rules
๏ปฟCharli XCX Lyrics


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Electric lights
Blow my mind
But I feel alright

And never stop, it's how we ride
Comin' up until we die

You catch my eye
If you wanna fly
I'm so alive

Never stop, it's how we ride
Comin' up until we die

I don't wanna go to school
I just wanna break the rules
Boys and girls across the world
Putting on our dancing shoes
Going to the discotheque
Getting high and getting wrecked
I don't wanna go to school
I just wanna break the rules

I don't wanna go to school
I just wanna break the rules
Boys and girls across the world
Putting on our dancing shoes
Going to the discotheque
Getting high and getting wrecked
I don't wanna go to school
I just wanna break the rules

I'm such a star
Queen boulevard
Blaze through the dark

And never stop, it's how we ride
Comin' up until we die

I don't wanna go to school
I just wanna break the rules
Boys and girls across the world
Putting on our dancing shoes
Going to the discotheque
Getting high and getting wrecked
I don't wanna go to school
I just wanna break the rules

Get my guitar
Sunglasses on
So light it up

And never stop, it's how we ride
Comin' up until we die

I don't wanna go to school
I just wanna break the rules
Boys and girls across the world
Putting on our dancing shoes
Going to the discotheque
Getting high and getting wrecked
I don't wanna go to school
I just wanna break the rules

Na-na na na
Na na na-na na na
Na-na na na
Na na na-na na na
Na-na na na
Na na na-na na na




Na-na na na
Na na na-na na na, da da da

Overall Meaning

In "Break The Rules," Charli XCX sings about wanting to break free from the monotony of everyday life and do something exciting and unpredictable. She talks about the allure of going out with friends, getting dressed up, and dancing the night away at the discotheque. She expresses her desire to rebel and not conform to the expectations placed upon her, preferring to live life on her own terms rather than follow the rules everyone else seems to abide by.


The chorus of the song is repeated several times, emphasizing Charli's desire to break free and live life to the fullest. The song is an anthem for those who yearn for something more exciting and fulfilling in their lives than the traditional path of school and work. Charli's confident and rebellious attitude comes through in the lyrics and the upbeat, catchy melody of the song.


Overall, "Break The Rules" is an empowering song that encourages people to step outside their comfort zones and take risks, even if it means going against traditional expectations.


Line by Line Meaning

Electric lights
The excitement of city lights makes my mind buzz and my heart race.


Blow my mind
The overwhelming sensations I feel are difficult to put into words or fully comprehend.


But I feel alright
Despite the intensity, I feel exhilarated and alive in the moment.


And never stop, it's how we ride
We live our lives with an unstoppable energy and an unrelenting desire for excitement.


Comin' up until we die
We will continue to live our lives to the fullest until the very end.


You catch my eye
I notice those who share my passion for living without limits.


If you wanna fly
If you desire the same uninhibited lifestyle, come join me.


I'm so alive
This feeling of total freedom brings me immense joy and fulfillment.


I don't wanna go to school
I don't want to conform to societal expectations or be held back by conventional education.


I just wanna break the rules
I want to live by my own terms and embrace the exciting unknown.


Boys and girls across the world
People of all genders and backgrounds share this desire for freedom and excitement.


Putting on our dancing shoes
We express ourselves and our love for life through music, dance, and creativity.


Going to the discotheque
We seek out exciting, youthful environments that allow us to let loose and forget our worries.


Getting high and getting wrecked
We sometimes indulge in substances that enhance our experiences and bring us closer to the moment.


I'm such a star
I feel like I was meant to shine and live without limits.


Queen boulevard
I rule over the exciting world I inhabit and blaze my own path.


Blaze through the dark
I light up my world and the lives of those around me with my passion and energy.


Get my guitar
I use my musical talent to express my emotions and bring people together.


Sunglasses on
I wear my sunglasses to hide behind and maintain my cool image.


So light it up
I want to ignite the passion and excitement within others and help them to live without fear or regret.


Na-na na na
These sounds represent a universal enjoyment of life and freedom.


Na na na-na na na
A continued expression of joy and excitement.


Da da da
More incomprehensible sounds that represent this ineffable feeling of unbridled joy.




Lyrics ยฉ Roba Music Verlag GMBH, BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Steve Mac, Daniel Omelio, Magnus Hoiberg, Mikkel Storleer, Tor Hermansen, Charlotte Emma Aitchison

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@officialcharlixcx

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@singboy6815

omg i love you charlie xcx _______ this song is amazing you're cool

@hayavlogs698

Hi charli

@jasminmlanzi3193

cool

@riddhigosai4737

heyyyyy charli amazing songย 

@ipokemon8741

lol

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@avocadoqueenytb

Listening to her is like the smell of childhood and summer for me

It was my favorite song 7 years ago, wanted to be like her so bad haha
I was so glad to find this song on Spotify :)

@vee5986

Same here ๐Ÿ˜ข I miss the good ol days

@kasssworld4605

The good days indeed

@Warmonger6785

Yessir

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