She teased the song for the first time on March 29, 2022, on her TikTok account.
everyone at this party
Camila Cabello Lyrics
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But I was nervous in the car, just in case you are, just in case the coast ain't clear
And I'm looking over people's shoulders
And that's fucked up, I know that
And I just had this vision of you looking at me different when you saw this dress
But I'd have one drink and I'd say the wrong thing, so it's probably for the best
And I'm looking over people's shoulders
And I'm hoping that you're somewhere close
But everyone at this party isn't you
Everyone at this party isn't you
You're the only one I wanna run into
But I never do
Everyone at this party isn't you
Everyone at this party isn't you
I don't wanna search for you in every room
But I always do
Yeah, I got in last night, staying on the west side
Scotty told me you're here
And I'm having these thoughts
Did we fuck it up or not?
Did we waste two years?
And did you get the space you needed?
Did you realize you don't need me?
Hey, did you realize you don't need me?
Everyone at this party isn't you
Everyone at this party isn't you
You're the only one I wanna run into
But I never do
Everyone at this party isn't you
Everyone at this party isn't you
Don't wanna search for you in every room
But I always do
Everyone at this party isn't you
Everyone at this party isn't you
Hey, did you realize you don't need me?
The lyrics to Camila Cabello's song "everyone at this party" explore the feelings of longing and nostalgia after a breakup. The singer admits to feeling anxious and nervous at a party, hoping to run into their former lover. The song starts with the singer acknowledging that they didn't want to ask their friend if their ex would be there, fearing that it would make things uncomfortable. However, despite their reservations, they can't help but look around the party, hoping to catch a glimpse of their former partner.
The singer's thoughts then start to spiral, imagining how their ex would react if they saw them in a specific dress. They express their fear of saying the wrong thing under the influence of alcohol. Despite their internal turmoil, they still hold hope that their ex might be somewhere nearby, even though everyone else at the party is not them.
The second verse introduces a friend named Scotty, who informs the singer that their ex is at the party. This news triggers a flood of thoughts and questions about their past relationship. They wonder if they messed things up or wasted two years together. They question if their ex found the space they needed and if they realized they don't need the singer anymore. The final line of the song is a repetition of the singer asking if their ex realized they don't need them.
Overall, the lyrics convey the deep longing for an ex-lover at a social gathering, highlighting the conflicting emotions of wanting to see them but also the pain of not being able to move on.
Line by Line Meaning
Didn't wanna ask our friend if you were gonna be here and make the whole thing weird
I was hesitant to inquire with our friend if you would also be present at this gathering as I feared it would create an uncomfortable atmosphere.
But I was nervous in the car, just in case you are, just in case the coast ain't clear
While traveling in the car, I felt anxious about the possibility of encountering you, uncertain of the situation and hoping that there wouldn't be any obstacles.
And I'm looking over people's shoulders
I find myself constantly glancing anxiously over the shoulders of those around me.
And that's fucked up, I know that
I am aware that such behavior is irrational and unhealthy.
And I just had this vision of you looking at me different when you saw this dress
I couldn't help but imagine you gazing at me with a changed perception upon seeing me in this dress.
But I'd have one drink and I'd say the wrong thing, so it's probably for the best
Considering my tendency to become emboldened by alcohol and potentially make regrettable remarks, it is likely more prudent this way.
And I'm hoping that you're somewhere close
I hold onto the hope that you are in close proximity.
But everyone at this party isn't you
Despite the multitude of people present, none of them can compare to you.
You're the only one I wanna run into
Out of everyone present, you are the sole individual I desire to encounter.
But I never do
However, my desired encounter never seems to materialize.
I don't wanna search for you in every room
I do not wish to engage in a relentless quest to find you in every room.
Yeah, I got in last night, staying on the west side
I arrived late last night, finding accommodation on the western side of town.
Scotty told me you're here
Scotty informed me of your presence at this gathering.
And I'm having these thoughts
My mind is consumed by these thoughts and contemplations.
Did we fuck it up or not?
I ponder whether we irreparably damaged our relationship or if there is still hope.
Did we waste two years?
I question whether our two years together were ultimately wasted and devoid of meaning.
And did you get the space you needed?
I wonder if you have successfully obtained the personal distance and freedom you sought.
Did you realize you don't need me?
Did you come to the realization that you no longer require my presence in your life?
Don't wanna search for you in every room
Just like before, I do not desire to embark on an exhaustive search for you in every room.
Hey, did you realize you don't need me?
Hey, have you come to the awareness that my existence is no longer necessary for you?
Everyone at this party isn't you
With numerous individuals present, none of them can compare to you.
Don't wanna search for you in every room
I do not wish to engage in a relentless quest to find you in every room.
But I always do
Despite my intentions, I inevitably find myself searching for you.
Everyone at this party isn't you
None of the attendees at this gathering possess the same essence and significance as you.
Hey, did you realize you don't need me?
Hey, have you come to the awareness that my presence in your life is superfluous?
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Camila Cabello, Eric Burton Frederic, Scott Harris Harris
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Selo
i relate to this song on SO many levels. it feels like it was written for me.
there was this boy who i loved more thab anything, and he loved me back. that was the first time my feelings were returned. even tho we loved each other we were never a couple, it was always shortly before that. we were both such cowards, even tho we wanted it so bad. but then school ended and because i didn't had a phone at that time, i lost connection with him. but i knew in which village he lived or where he is usually with his friends, so i always get there whenever i had time. i went to his soccer training, only that qi was told he quit soccer a week ago. i signed in for my driver license lesson in a certain place because i heard he was there, only to find out that he isn't there anymore. i also bought a dress for his graduation because he was one year under me, but he didn't came to his graduation. i also visited my old school whenever i had free, but he always wasn't there when i was there. there was always a big festival at the place where he lived every year, so i went there every time to search for him. but not only this festival, but i went to every event where he could possibly go to search for him. my bad luck followed me for so long. i searched everywhere for him. for 5 years. even when i just went to the cinema, or when i went shopping, or ate in a restaurant. even when i drove with the bus or with the car, my eyes always searched for him. and everytime i drove through his village i scanned everything like crazy. a few years ago, i found out in which house he lived. i also went there, and guess what? he moved. i cannot explain how much frustration was build up in me. it was such a terrible time. the bad luck i had is unbelievable. like first it seems where were meant for each other but then destiny tried everything to seperate us forever.
it's now almost 7 years ago since i last saw him. i quit searching for him around a year ago. but i searched for a little bit more than 5 years. of course i've tried multiple times to stop and forget him, because it was wasting my time and energy, but i just made it a year ago. it was weird. it was like all my energy just reached their limit and it suddenly stopped. it's not like i didn't love him anymore, i still do. but the urge to be with him and have him by my side just stopped all of a sudden. i was so surprised, it came out of nowhere. i think i just reached a certain point of pain my body and mind couldn't deal with anymore.
and then i realised i wasted so MANY years for this, i wasted the oppirtunity to find my future boyfriend or husband because i pushed EVERY male from me and gave no chances at all, because i was so focused on HIM. i wasted so much energy i could have used for other things.
i am still alone, even tho i want a healthy and happy relationship more than anything else, because i never had that, but also because i literally crave for love and i also have a lot of love to offer. i am very romantic and i never got enough love as much as i need it.
i am 23 now and even tho i am more open to other males now, i still have kind of a barrier in my mind from the time of my search who stops me from falling in love with another man. i can't do anything about it, but it's hard. this time of my pain and frustration traumatized my mind and now it's like it's permanently bond to him.
i hope it gets better someday, or it just disappears, maybe when i find another soul mate, idk if a second one even exists. but i can just hope and wait, but now i'm definetely not able to be in a relationship. i hope the healing doesn't take too long.
i've waited enough in my life.
and i hope wherever he's now, i only wish him the best and all of the happiness this world can offer, because he deserves it. he will always be in my heart, and thank you to be the first man who ever loved me back. that feeling was the best moment in my life.
sorry for this long text and everyone who read it till here x~x
and sorry if i made any gramatically mistakes, english is not my first language
Jocelyn Music
My grandmother once told me, a breakup is like a loved one passing. You don’t get to really know who they become later on but you have to accept that the image you had of them in your life is gone and it’s for the best.
Erica Tunyan
@Jocelyn Music exactly. The relationship was a huge chapter of their lives and it has taught them many things. They’re still growing as people and I really hope they find their happiness and fulfill their dreams. Whether they’re together again or they someone else, they still have their special bond and each other’s love and support. Love Shawn and Camila, incredible people deserve the best.
Jocelyn Music
@Anna Santos in the long run they both will be thankful for the relationship, for it is right now shaping them into their future selves which is more than okay. They got this and they will find fulfillment again! Love Camila and shawn together or separate they are great people!
Anna Santos
Yeah as much as it's so hard especially with these two coz i swear they really looked like they're destined but i guess shit happened and ruined things .
But i still believe that this couple was irreplaceable..
Anna Santos
Yeah as much as it's so hard especially with these two coz i swear they really looked like they're destined but i guess shit happened and ruined things .
But i still believe that this couple was irreplaceable..
shilpa majhi
So true 💕
Sarah
This song has so much emotion
The lyrics are so pure “and I’m having these thoughts, did we fuck it up or not.. Did we waste 2 years?”
Everyone has had those thoughts especially in long relationships/friendships. This album is so relatable!
camie
@Anoushka Pandey same
Lillie West
@Sarah i agree with you!
Sarah
@Anoushka Pandey hahahaha