"I'd either check Billboard or iTunes Top 10 for the hottest songs, and I'd record my own versions," the 16 year-old explains. "That's how people began to find me online."
They found him in droves too. The subscriber, comment, and follower numbers snowballed as Mahone interacted with his audience directly.
"While I was in Chicago for a birthday party, I decided to do a little meet and greet," he recalls. "I tweeted for everyone to meet at The Bean. I thought there would be ten fans. A thousand showed up, and the cops had to shut it down. That was the moment when everything changed."
Since then, Mahone has come a long way from La Vernia—a town outside of San Antonio as he puts it, "with no Movie Theater or bowling alley". By 2012, he'd garnered 1.8 million Facebook fans, 1.5 million Twitter followers, 545k YouTube subscribers, and notched over 96 million views without a record label, marketing team, or any standard industry machinery. After quickly selling 100k downloads of his infectious song "11:11" independently, he had become a veritable phenomenon. However, he could back everything up on stage too. Selling out high-profile shows at the Best Buy Theater Times Square in New York and Wiltern Theater in Los Angeles, he landed on Live! With Kelly & Michael, Entertainment Tonight, Access Hollywood, E! News and VH1, while appearing in The Wall Street Journal, The Hollywood Reporter, and more.
Everything is set to change again with the release of his forthcoming full-length debut for Chase Records and Republic Records. The first official single, "Say You're Just a Friend" featuring Flo Rida, updates the Biz Markie classic with a fiery, fresh, and fun little twist. Mahone's impressive vocal delivery pulsates over a big dance floor groove just before Flo Rida drops a sizzling verse. It's an immediately irresistible anthem.
"I want to make upbeat pop that you can party to," says Mahone. "I've always been a huge fan of Flo Rida, and I thought it'd be cool to get him on this track. It's about being friends with a girl that you like more than just a friend. You can't tell her though because it might ruin that friendship. It's something a lot of people can relate to. We had a blast with it though."
With a 2013 tour with Taylor Swift on the horizon and more music coming, everybody is about to have a blast along with Mahone though—especially the countless "Mahomies" worldwide who have fallen for him. "I hope everyone can connect with the songs and love them," he concludes. "I want to make music that people can listen to over and over again and feel good about."
Someone Like You
Austin Mahone Lyrics
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Drownin' from the weight of my thoughts
Like I just don't know who I am
Like I just don't know who I want to be in a desperate world
Don't even know what I'm doin' and if I'm goin' down the right road,
It's gonna lead me to my dreams
It's gonna take me to a place I never thought I'd be
I don't wanna be good I just wanna be greatest, wanna be the best that I can be
I just wanna be the best thing then settle for less
Full of places in the world I'd rather see, then never see
Someone like you uh
Someone like you uh
'Cause you wrap me up in love and I can see outside to change
I can face the world as long as I know that you're next to me
Someone like you uh
Someone like you uh
Any room that you walk into becomes such a better place
And I can see what I'd be missin' if what I would always need
Someone like you
Feels like I'm stuck in the middle of nowhere
Don't know which direction to run
I pray I choose the right one
'Cause if I do then I'll be one step closer to what I want
And every time I think about what I dream of at night all that I could see is you
Told me that you want me too I just wish that it was true
I could see one day we'll be on top just me and you
'Cause I don't wanna be good I just wanna be greatest, wanna be the best that I can be
I just wanna be the best thing then settle for less
Full of places in the world I'd rather see, then never see
Someone like you uh
Someone like you uh
'Cause you wrap me up in love and I can see outside to change
I can face the world as long as I know that you're next to me
Someone like you uh
Someone like you uh
Any room that you walk into becomes such a better place
And I can see what I'd be missin' if what I would always need
Someone like you
Everybody's watchin' every move we make
And everybody's talkin', let them say what they gon' say
'Cause they hatin' on me lying on you, the only thing true is the two of us
Someone like you uh
Someone like you uh
'Cause you wrap me up in love and I can see outside to change
I can face the world as long as I know that you're next to me
Someone like you uh
Someone like you uh
Any room that you walk into becomes such a better place
And I can see what I'd be missin' if what I would always need
Someone like you
In Austin Mahone’s song “Someone Like You,” the singer expresses his feelings of being lost, confused, and indecisive. He feels like he is drowning from the weight of his thoughts, and he doesn't know who he is or who he wants to be. He is uncertain about his direction in life, and he doesn't even know if he's going down the right road. However, he believes that the road he chooses will lead him to his dreams and take him to a place he never thought he'd be.
The singer wants to be the best he can be and not settle for anything less. He believes that having someone like the person he is singing to will give him the strength to face the world. He is convinced that having someone like this person will make any room they walk into a better place. He is certain that his dreams can come true if he could find someone like them.
The song has a soft melody that is perfect for the lyrics. It expresses a deep sense of longing and hope. The lyrics have a universal appeal, which means that anyone can relate to them. The song tells us that we all have dreams, but sometimes we need someone to help us realize them. Therefore, the song encourages us to find someone who will wrap us up in love and support and help us achieve our dreams.
Line by Line Meaning
Feels like I'm lost in the ocean just driftin'
I feel aimless and unsure, like I am floating in the middle of the ocean without any direction.
Drownin' from the weight of my thoughts
My thoughts are overwhelming and suffocating me, making it difficult to stay afloat.
Like I just don't know who I am
I am struggling to find my identity and sense of self.
Like I just don't know who I want to be in a desperate world
In a world that can feel desperate and uncertain, I am grappling with figuring out who I want to be and what kind of life I want to lead.
Don't even know what I'm doin' and if I'm goin' down the right road,
I am unsure of my path and uncertain if the choices I am making are leading me in the right direction.
It's gonna lead me to my dreams
If I continue on this path, it will lead me to achieving my dreams.
It's gonna take me to a place I never thought I'd be
My journey will take me to new and unexpected places that I never could have imagined.
I don't wanna be good I just wanna be greatest, wanna be the best that I can be
I don't want to settle for being good, I want to strive for greatness and be the best version of myself.
I just wanna be the best thing then settle for less
I want to aim high and achieve my greatest potential rather than settling for mediocrity.
Full of places in the world I'd rather see, then never see
There are so many places in the world I want to explore and experience, and I don't want to miss out on any of them.
'Cause you wrap me up in love and I can see outside to change
Being with you fills me with love and positivity, and helps me see the potential for change in the world.
I can face the world as long as I know that you're next to me
Having you by my side gives me the strength and courage to face any challenge the world may throw at me.
Any room that you walk into becomes such a better place
Your presence brings light and positivity to any space you enter.
And I can see what I'd be missin' if what I would always need Someone like you
Being with you helps me realize what I have been missing in life, and it reaffirms how much I need someone like you in my life.
Feels like I'm stuck in the middle of nowhere
I feel lost and uncertain, like I am stranded in the middle of nowhere without any idea of where to go.
Don't know which direction to run
I am at a loss for which path to take or what direction to go in.
I pray I choose the right one
I hope that the choices I make will lead me towards the right path and the life I want to live.
And every time I think about what I dream of at night all that I could see is you
When I think about my dreams and aspirations, I see you as a central part of that future.
Told me that you want me too I just wish that it was true
Although you have expressed your desire for me, I am uncertain if those feelings are genuine and if we can truly be together.
I could see one day we'll be on top just me and you
I envision a future where we are both successful and happy together, reaching new heights in life.
Everybody's watchin' every move we make
There is a lot of attention on us and our relationship, and people are paying close attention to everything we do.
And everybody's talkin', let them say what they gon' say
I am not concerned with what others say or think about us, and I don't want their opinions to affect our relationship.
'Cause they hatin' on me lying on you, the only thing true is the two of us
There are people who are trying to tear us apart by spreading lies about me and criticizing you, but the only real truth is that we are in love and committed to each other.
Any room that you walk into becomes such a better place
Your presence brings light and positivity to any space you enter.
And I can see what I'd be missin' if what I would always need Someone like you
Being with you helps me realize what I have been missing in life, and it reaffirms how much I need someone like you in my life.
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Written by: Austin Mahone
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@mamilal9983
"Someone Like You"
Feels like I'm lost in the ocean just driftin'
Drownin' from the weight of my thoughts
Like I just don't know who I am,
Like I just don't know who I want to be in this big world
Don't even know what I'm doin' and if I'm goin' down the right road,
It's gonna lead me to my dreams
It's gonna take me to a place I never thought I'd be
I don't wanna be good I just wanna be great, just wanna be the best that I can be
I just wanna be the best thing than settle for less, go to places in the world I've never seen, I've never seen...
Someone like You oh,
Someone like You oh,
Cause you wrap me up in love and I can see I start to change
I can face the world as long as I know that you're next to me
Someone like You oh,
Someone like You oh,
Any room that you walk into becomes such a better place
And I can see what I've been missing and what I will always need
Someone like You
Feels like I'm stuck in the middle of nowhere
Don't know which direction to run
I pray I choose the right one
Cause if I do then I'll be one step closer to what I want
And everytime I think about what I dream of at night all that I could see is you
Told me that you want me too I just wish that it was true
I could see one day we'll be on top just me and you
Cause I don't wanna be good I just wanna be great, just wanna be the best that I can be
I just wanna be the best thing than settle for less, go to places in the world I've never seen,
I've never seen...
Someone like You oh,
Someone like You oh,
Cause you wrap me up in love and I can see I start to change
I can face the world as long as I know that you're next to me
Someone like You oh,
Someone like You oh,
Any room that you walk into becomes such a better place
And I can see what I've been missing, and what I will always need
Someone like You
Everybody's watchin' every move we make,
And everybody's talkin', let them say what they gon' say
Cause they hatin' on me lying on you, the only thing true is the two of us
Someone like You oh,
Someone like You oh,
Cause you wrap me up in love and I can see I start to change
I can face the world as long as I know that you're next to me
Someone like You oh,
Someone like You oh,
Any room that you walk into becomes such a better place
And I can see what I've been missing and what I will always need
Someone like You
@destinyboyd7711
Someone Like You and All I Ever Need are my favorite songs by Austin Mahone. They just hit differently. I really miss his old songs
@kelvinkiprotich3994
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@destinyboyd7711
@kelvin kiprotich oh my gosh yessssss!!!!!!!
@richmonmawroh.8289
Try shadow,Better with you,
@blacktyph00n
This song makes me cry
It makes me feel of every word in it and describes my feelings
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@mamilal9983
"Someone Like You"
Feels like I'm lost in the ocean just driftin'
Drownin' from the weight of my thoughts
Like I just don't know who I am,
Like I just don't know who I want to be in this big world
Don't even know what I'm doin' and if I'm goin' down the right road,
It's gonna lead me to my dreams
It's gonna take me to a place I never thought I'd be
I don't wanna be good I just wanna be great, just wanna be the best that I can be
I just wanna be the best thing than settle for less, go to places in the world I've never seen, I've never seen...
Someone like You oh,
Someone like You oh,
Cause you wrap me up in love and I can see I start to change
I can face the world as long as I know that you're next to me
Someone like You oh,
Someone like You oh,
Any room that you walk into becomes such a better place
And I can see what I've been missing and what I will always need
Someone like You
Feels like I'm stuck in the middle of nowhere
Don't know which direction to run
I pray I choose the right one
Cause if I do then I'll be one step closer to what I want
And everytime I think about what I dream of at night all that I could see is you
Told me that you want me too I just wish that it was true
I could see one day we'll be on top just me and you
Cause I don't wanna be good I just wanna be great, just wanna be the best that I can be
I just wanna be the best thing than settle for less, go to places in the world I've never seen,
I've never seen...
Someone like You oh,
Someone like You oh,
Cause you wrap me up in love and I can see I start to change
I can face the world as long as I know that you're next to me
Someone like You oh,
Someone like You oh,
Any room that you walk into becomes such a better place
And I can see what I've been missing, and what I will always need
Someone like You
Everybody's watchin' every move we make,
And everybody's talkin', let them say what they gon' say
Cause they hatin' on me lying on you, the only thing true is the two of us
Someone like You oh,
Someone like You oh,
Cause you wrap me up in love and I can see I start to change
I can face the world as long as I know that you're next to me
Someone like You oh,
Someone like You oh,
Any room that you walk into becomes such a better place
And I can see what I've been missing and what I will always need
Someone like You
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@stephanyllumiquinga1370
I forgot about you, but now I listened this song again and I remember why I used to love you like a crazy girl ❤
@jessakh
Me too, girl 😣