Potential
Alt Bloom Lyrics


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Let′s mess around and get hurt
Wear my Tom Petty shirt
Call me up at 2 am
At my door with all our friends
Little red sugar baby
Kim Petra kinda crazy
Looking at me one eye closed
Tongue out in that purple robe

Somebody please shake it shake it up
Real tired of close but giving up
LA full pretty faces yup
But I hope you got a big heart
Cause god damn

(We)
Got potential potentially
Come put your heart up on my sleeve
I like your sentiment on me
You could be the one
Or we could just have fun

This club is a circus
Really is a table worth it
I'd rather get back to chill
Then wondering who is real
At the Grand Canyon shirtless
You don′t really got a purpose
Just trynna turn some heads
Thumbs up for a dying trend

Somebody please shake it shake it up
Real tired of close but giving up
LA full pretty faces yup
But I hope you gotta big heart
Cause god damn

(We)
Got potential potentially
Come put your heart up on my sleeve
I like your sentiment on me
You could be the one
Or we could just have fun

You, yea you
We could just have fun




You yea you
You could be the on

Overall Meaning

Alt Bloom's song "Potential" is a song about the journey towards finding true love. The opening lines, "Let's mess around and get hurt, wear my Tom Petty shirt" speak to the idea of taking risks for love. The singer of the song is inviting someone to take a chance with them, even if it means getting hurt. The line "Call me up at 2 am, at my door with all our friends" suggests that the singer is open to having fun and making unforgettable memories.


The lyrics "Little red sugar baby, Kim Petra kinda crazy, looking at me one eye closed, tongue out in that purple robe" are an ode to the uniqueness and individuality of the person the singer is singing to. He likes that she is not afraid to be herself and show her true colors. The lyrics "I'd rather get back to chill, then wondering who is real" speak to the fact that the singer is looking for something genuine and real, rather than something superficial.


The overall tone of the song is upbeat, playful, and optimistic. The lyrics suggest that the singer believes there is potential for something special between them and the person they are singing to. The lyrics "We got potential potentially, come put your heart up on my sleeve, I like your sentiment on me" are an invitation for the other person to take a chance on love and see where it takes them.


Line by Line Meaning

Let's mess around and get hurt
Let's take some risks and see where it takes us, even if there's a chance of getting hurt


Wear my Tom Petty shirt
Come closer to me, let me share something personal with you


Call me up at 2 am
Reach out to me even at the oddest hour, I'll be there for you


At my door with all our friends
Let's have a good time with our friends and make memories


Little red sugar baby
A term of endearment for someone special


Kim Petra kinda crazy
Referring to the eccentric behavior of Kim Petras, let's have fun and be a bit crazy too


Looking at me one eye closed
Giving a teasing look, expressing interest in a playful manner


Tongue out in that purple robe
Being playful and flirtatious in a seductive manner


Somebody please shake it shake it up
Let's break free from the mundane and do something exciting


Real tired of close but giving up
Tired of almost having something but then losing it, let's take a chance and not give up


LA full pretty faces yup
Referring to the shallow culture of LA, where people are more concerned about appearances


But I hope you got a big heart
I hope you're not just superficial and care more about inner qualities than outward appearances


Cause god damn
Expressing amazement or admiration for someone or something


(We) Got potential potentially
Together we have the potential to be something great


Come put your heart up on my sleeve
Let's be vulnerable and open with each other


I like your sentiment on me
I appreciate how you feel about me and the way you treat me


You could be the one
There's potential for a deeper connection between us, you could be the one for me


Or we could just have fun
If we don't end up being together, let's at least enjoy each other's company and have fun


This club is a circus
This place is crazy and chaotic


Really is a table worth it
Is it really worth it to be in this superficial environment?


I'd rather get back to chill
I prefer a more relaxed and laid-back environment


Then wondering who is real
Instead of being surrounded by fake people, I'd rather spend time with those who are genuine


At the Grand Canyon shirtless
A funny or random thought to break up the seriousness


You don’t really got a purpose
You don't have to have a specific reason to enjoy yourself and have fun


Just trynna turn some heads
Trying to grab attention and have a good time


Thumbs up for a dying trend
Giving approval for something that is gradually losing popularity or relevance


You, yea you
Directly addressing the listener


We could just have fun
We don't have to be anything serious, let's just enjoy each other's company


You yea you
Repeating the direct address to emphasize the point


You could be the one
There's potential for a meaningful relationship between us




Writer(s): Brian Douglas Phillips, Ethan Thompson

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@albinthomas7695

One of my favorite songs !!! This song sort of pulls me towards it with its subtle yet significant variations. This guy’s taste for composing is completely out of the normal box ! Kudos Alt Bloom !!! ❤️❤️

@altbloom

So glad you dig man! Enjoyed the heck out of making it !

@jmgonzales2817

This song makes me feel like im on the hollywood hill

@user-yp4cj5gt8w

너무 좋아요❣

@altbloom

❤️❤️❤️

@sypher8124

I was 2 years late at seeing this masterpiece ;-;

@tuktuk0130

I love this song ❣

@shukishukshukable

love the transitions and the timing of the lyrics display is very satisfying

@freshestavocadodude4985

This songs beat is just soooo clean! I know I’m later but you gotta say something about these guys style. It’s just perfect!!! Keep the good vibes coming alt bloom!! 🌊🌴☀️

@altbloom

Thanks homie !

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