On August 7, 2019, Cara began teasing the song through her social media accounts. She soon revealed that the song would be released on August 9, 2019. Cara stated that "Rooting for You," along with "October," was her favorite song from "This Summer".
Rooting For You
Alessia Cara Lyrics
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In every room I'm walking into, yeah
We started out innocent
'Til I got pulled right into your issue, yeah
I'm tired of sending hugs and kisses, oh
I'm tired of all your burnin' bridges
Why you gotta be so cold in the summertime, summertime?
I was really rooting for ya, yeah
I was really rooting for ya, yeah yeah
It's like, man
Why you gotta be so cold in the summertime, summertime?
I was really rooting for ya
We were really rooting for ya, yeah yeah yeah
Now I see you're havin' so much fun with everyone
You had so much fun makin' fun of
Did you go and bump your head?
Did you forget where you came from?
I'm tired of sending my well wishes
I'm tired of all your burnin' bridges, yeah
It's like, damn
Why you gotta be so cold in the summertime, summertime?
I was really rooting for ya, yeah
I was really rooting for ya, yeah yeah
It's like, man
Why you gotta be so cold in the summertime, summertime?
I was really rooting for ya
We were really rooting for ya, yeah yeah yeah
I'm not even brokenhearted (nah, nah)
I'm just a little disappointed (nah, nah)
What a shame, we could've had a good thing
You let go of a good thing
It's like, damn
Why you gotta be so cold in the summertime, summertime?
I was really rooting for ya, yeah yeah
I was really rooting for ya
Oh, I was really rooting for ya
It's like, damn, damn
Why you gotta be so cold in the summertime, summertime? (In the summertime, in the summertime)
I was really rooting for ya, oh no
We were really rooting for ya, yeah yeah (we were really rooting for ya)
It's like damn
Why you gotta be so cold?
Why?
I was really, I was really rooting for ya
The lyrics of "Rooting For You" by Alessia Cara, are about disappointment in a friend or a loved one who has let you down. The song is written in the first person and Alessia sings about feeling like an elephant in every room she walks into, suggesting that she feels like everyone is aware of the drama that has unfolded between her and this person. She also expresses her disappointment in the person when she says, "I'm tired of sending hugs and kisses" and "I'm tired of all your burnin' bridges." These lines express how done she is with trying to maintain a relationship with this person while they continue to hurt her.
In the chorus, Alessia sings about how she had high hopes for this person, saying "I was really rooting for ya." The lines "why you gotta be so cold in the summertime" imply that this person is not behaving as they should, during a time that is normally filled with warmth and positivity. The lyrics also suggest that this person is not acting in line with who they used to be, by asking "did you forget where you came from?"
Overall, "Rooting For You" is a heartfelt song about the disappointment and difficulty that comes with feeling let down by someone you had hoped would do better.
Line by Line Meaning
Got me feelin' like the elephant
I feel out of place and ignored, like the big obvious elephant in the room.
In every room I'm walking into, yeah
This feeling is persistent, no matter where I go or who I'm with.
We started out innocent
At the beginning of our relationship/friendship, things were pure and untainted.
'Til I got pulled right into your issue, yeah
But as we got closer, I became involved in your personal problems, causing difficulty for both of us.
I'm tired of sending hugs and kisses, oh
I'm exhausted from trying to show affection and care, without any reciprocation.
I'm tired of all your burnin' bridges
I'm fed up with you sabotaging relationships and opportunities, either intentionally or unintentionally.
It's like, damn
This is frustrating, disappointing, and hurtful.
Why you gotta be so cold in the summertime, summertime?
Why are you acting callously and indifferently, when everything else is warm, welcoming, and festive?
I was really rooting for ya, yeah
I had faith in you, supported you, and wanted you to succeed.
We were really rooting for ya, yeah yeah yeah
Others also believed in you and hoped for the best.
Now I see you're havin' so much fun with everyone
I notice that you are enjoying yourself and socializing with others, without me.
You had so much fun makin' fun of
You find it amusing to mock or ridicule others, which is hurtful and disrespectful.
Did you go and bump your head?
Are you acting foolishly or irrationally?
Did you forget where you came from?
Did you forget your values, upbringing, and the people who supported you?
I'm not even brokenhearted (nah, nah)
I'm not devastated or heartbroken, just let down and disappointed.
I'm just a little disappointed (nah, nah)
I'm slightly upset and disillusioned, but not to an extreme degree.
What a shame, we could've had a good thing
It's unfortunate that our relationship/friendship didn't work out, because it had potential to be great.
You let go of a good thing
You gave up on something valuable and meaningful, perhaps because you didn't appreciate it or took it for granted.
Why you gotta be so cold?
Why do you have to act harsh, unfeeling, and unresponsive, especially when it's unnecessary and unkind?
I was really, I was really rooting for ya
I believed in you, cheered you on, and hoped for your success. I'm disappointed that it didn't work out.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Alessia Caracciolo, Jon Levine
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@JENerationDIY
So good!!
@virulentgrudges3184
OMG IM A BIG FAN
@ramcymsscsrenhss2571
How do u do the tick??
@adeliazulaikhaazmi
two comments only?
@user-vr8fe6gf7o
Really good song
@randomhooman9505
@Ramcy Msscsrenhss get verified.
@ihonestlydontevenknow4359
Let’s get one thing straight:
She’s easily the most underrated and slept on singer of this generation. Coming from someone who’s very much a rap fan and rarely ever listens to pop music, let alone any modern day pop music, I don’t think she’s ever dropped a bad song. Literally all her albums are underrated and borderline bangers you play when the homies aren’t around (if you’re a dude like me), 2021 literally proved she’s still one of the best in the game, the two songs were really nice, but somehow gets dismissed for the same generic bullshit you hear literally every other singer do. Honestly, it’s flat out lunacy. When you maintain a level that won you a Grammy and you’re not getting the praise or hype you deserve, it goes to show how ass-backwards music society is today. Hopefully this new project puts her back on the map. It’s gonna be crazy.
@Matt.Savage
Well said, I feel the same way.
@silvamicheli
Alessia is so talented, charismatic and cute... she deserves the world
@riskeypickel2591
hello emo, i'd just like to say: that would be the exact same situation as if Hitler won the war and destroyed everyone who wasn't the same race as him. Now, this is my opinion and in no way should you feel the need to write back an angry comment to me. Also my opinion: fuck you and have a shitty life!