Ava would then restart her music career under the name AVA in 2013 and release the single, “Take Away the Pain”. A year later, she would meet music producer Cirkut and begin recording songs with him. In 2015, As Ava Koci, Ava would upload the Cirkut produced “Spinning Around” and “Come Home” to SoundCloud, and feature on a Project 46 reworked version of “Take Away The Pain”. In 2016, Ava would go back to using the AVA stage name and upload the Cirkut produced songs “Jet Set and “Anyone But You” to SoundCloud. “Anyone But You” would catch the attention of multiple labels, in which she ended up signing a recording contract with Atlantic Records. Due to this, a follow up single to “Anyone But You” titled “Try Again” was scrapped.
She released her single, “My Way” on April 20th, 2018. “Not Your Barbie Girl” was released on August 13th, 2018. Four days later, “Sweet But Psycho” was released. The song gave her immense popularity and peaked at #1 in multiple countries and went #10 in the US. The follow up, “So Am I” was released March 7th, 2019 and a remix featuring NCT 127 on July 3rd, 2019. On July 30th, 2019 she released double promo singles, “Blood, Sweat & Tears” and “Freaking Me Out,” however, Max has confirmed these will not feature on her debut album. A music video was released for"Freaking Me Out" as a Halloween special on October 31st, 2019.
In August 2019, Max was featured on the song "Slow Dance" by American singer-songwriter AJ Mitchell, and released "Torn" as a single later that month. The music video for "Torn" wad directed by Joseph Kahn. On September 4, 2019, she entered a joint co-publishing deal with Warner Chappell Music and Artist Publishing Group. On November 6, 2019, a duet called "Tabú" between Max and Pablo Alborán was released. In June 2018, "Salt" appeared on SoundCloud, the song was later sent to digital streaming platforms on December 12, 2019. Max collaborated with British-Norwegian DJ and record producer Alan Walker on the song "Alone, Pt. II", which was released on December 27, 2019. "On Somebody" was released as a promotional single on December 30, 2019.
"Kings & Queens" the fifth single from Max's debut album was released March 12th, 2020. On July 30th, 2020, she released "Whos Laughing Now?" the sixth single from her album Her debut album titled 'Heaven & Hell' is slated for release on September 18, 2020, and will feature her singles "Sweet but Psycho", "So Am I", "Torn", "Salt", "Kings & Queens" and "Whos Laughing Now?"
So Am I
Ava Max Lyrics
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Everything inside you is dark and twisted
Oh, but it's okay to be different
'Cause baby, so am I (so am I, so am I, so am I)
Can you hear the whispers all across the room?
You feel her eyes all over you like cheap perfume
You're beautiful, but misunderstood
I can see ya, I know what you're feelin'
So let me tell you 'bout my little secret
I'm a little crazy underneath this
Underneath this
Do you ever feel like a misfit?
Everything inside you is dark and twisted
Oh, but it's okay to be different
'Cause baby, so am I (so am I, so am I, so am I)
Do you ever feel like an outcast?
You don't have to fit into the format
Oh, but it's okay to be different
'Cause baby, so am I (so am I, so am I, so am I)
Oh-so dressed so fancy like Sid and Nancy (yeah)
Walkin' Killer Queen, gotta keep 'em guessin'
So baby, come pass me a lighter, we're gonna leave 'em on fire
We're the sinners and the blessings
I can see ya, I know what you're feelin'
So let me tell you 'bout my little secret
I'm a little crazy underneath this
Underneath this, ooh
Do you ever feel like a misfit?
Everything inside you is dark and twisted
Oh, but it's okay to be different
'Cause baby, so am I (so am I, so am I, so am I)
Do you ever feel like an outcast?
You don't have to fit into the format
Oh, but it's okay to be different
'Cause baby, so am I (so am I, so am I, so am I)
(Ah, ah, ah)
You're king and you're queen
You're strong then you're weak
You're bound but so free
(Ah, ah, ah)
So come and join me
And call me Harley
And we'll make 'em scream
Do you ever feel like a misfit?
Everything inside you is dark and twisted
Oh, but it's okay to be different
'Cause baby, so am I (so am I, so am I, so am I)
Do you ever feel like an outcast?
You don't have to fit into the format
Oh, but it's okay to be different
'Cause baby, so am I (so am I, so am I, so am I)
"So Am I" by Ava Max is a song that delves into the issue of feeling like an outsider in society. Ava talks about how she understands what it's like to be different and how it's okay to be different. She mentions in the first verse how sometimes it feels like everything inside of you is dark and twisted, but that's nothing to be ashamed of. The chorus emphasizes this point by saying that it's okay to be a misfit and to not fit into the format. The song talks about the pressure to fit in with the people around you, but the truth is that everyone is unique and different. Ava is saying that it's important to embrace our differences because that's what makes us unique and special.
The second verse talks about the pressure that people put on us to conform to their standards. We often feel like we have to fit in and be just like everyone else, even if it means sacrificing our individuality. The lyrics mention whispers across the room and feeling the eyes of others on us, like cheap perfume. The lyrics suggest that it's important to be yourself and not try to be someone that you're not just to fit in with people. The bridge in the song talks about how Ava herself is a little crazy underneath the surface, emphasizing the fact that everyone is different in their own way, and that's okay.
Line by Line Meaning
Do you ever feel like a misfit?
Have you ever felt like you don't belong or fit in?
Everything inside you is dark and twisted
You feel like you have a lot going on internally that doesn't quite make sense or feels negative.
Oh, but it's okay to be different
It's perfectly normal and acceptable to be unique or stand out from the crowd.
'Cause baby, so am I (so am I, so am I, so am I)
The singer acknowledges that she also feels like a misfit and is different from others, just like you.
Can you hear the whispers all across the room?
Do you notice people talking about you behind your back or judging you?
You feel her eyes all over you like cheap perfume
Someone is watching you closely and making you uncomfortable or uneasy.
You're beautiful, but misunderstood
People see the good in you, but they don't quite understand you or your perspective.
So why you tryna be just like the neighborhood?
The singer questions why you would want to conform and be like everyone else when you're unique and special on your own.
I can see ya, I know what you're feelin'
The singer can relate to and understand what you're going through.
So let me tell you 'bout my little secret
The singer wants to share something personal and intimate with you.
I'm a little crazy underneath this
The singer admits to having some unconventional or outlandish aspects to her personality.
Underneath this
These aspects of her personality may not be readily apparent to others at first glance.
Do you ever feel like an outcast?
Have you ever felt like you don't fit in or belong anywhere?
You don't have to fit into the format
There's no need to conform to societal expectations or norms.
Oh, but it's okay to be different
It's perfectly normal and acceptable to be unique or stand out from the crowd.
'Cause baby, so am I (so am I, so am I, so am I)
The singer acknowledges that she also feels like an outcast and is different from others, just like you.
Oh-so dressed so fancy like Sid and Nancy (yeah)
The singer is referencing two punk icons known for their outrageous style and behavior.
Walkin' Killer Queen, gotta keep 'em guessin'
The singer is referencing the Queen song, associating herself with the powerful and enigmatic character of the Killer Queen.
So baby, come pass me a lighter, we're gonna leave 'em on fire
The singer is inviting you to join her in rebellion and nonconformity, to subvert expectations and shock others.
We're the sinners and the blessings
The singer is identifying herself and others like her as both flawed and redeemable, embodying both the negative and positive aspects of being different.
You're king and you're queen
You have power and strength within you.
You're strong then you're weak
You have moments of both strength and vulnerability.
You're bound but so free
You may feel tied down or trapped, but you still have the capability to break free and be yourself.
So come and join me
The singer is inviting you to embrace your uniqueness and join her in celebrating it.
And call me Harley
The singer is adopting the persona of Harley Quinn, an iconic nonconformist character.
And we'll make 'em scream
The singer and you will shock and surprise others with your nonconformity and uniqueness.
Lyrics © Ultra Tunes, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Amanda Ava Koci, Charlie Puth, Gigi Grombacher, Henry Russell Walter, Maria Jane Smith, Roland Spreckley, Victor Thell
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Africana Granada
This is art! I love the song and the remix too
PH
true
Toby Noname
@Monča Pomklováu love fotball.... Its football 😂😂😂💎💰🍺
Syeda Arooj
Ya i know
Africana Granada
Just Me yeah,I’m confused
Just Me
I think she/he meant to comment not reply 😂
pablown
Are you in love with this song?
So am I😍
Ash the Golden Deer
Hahahaha :P
ashtonsdaddy23
Why because I play it on repeat all day?
Unknown Breather
@pablown i know LOL