Talk Is Overrated
Cenji Lyrics


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I don't wanna smoke, I don't need a drink
Just tell me how you feel, tell me what you think
'Cause I've been on my own for a fuckin' while
And I don't need a girl, I just wanna smile
Gettin' my mind right
I'll wait 'til the time's right
I'm meanin' to tell you
Why it's hard to sleep at night
There's nothin' to fear now
Girl, we should be here now
So why don't you hear me out?
I'm saying

Talk is overrated, let's just vibe
And love is overrated in my mind
Girl, talk is overrated, let's just vibe
Just for tonight
I'll be yours if you want me to
I'll be yours if you want me to

I've been hella stressed, I would rather chill
I know you looked at me, wonder how I deal
But look inside my soul, I don't mean to front
'Cause really I don't know what the fuck I want
I remember when we were more than friends
I would just pretend, that was cold
After all this shit, I could not let you in
Summer went, saved up all the money
That I would have spent
On you, girl

Talk is overrated, let's just vibe
And love is overrated in my mind
Girl, talk is overrated, let's just vibe
Just for tonight
I'll be yours if you want me to
I'll be yours if you want me to

Yeah, let's talk it out
Girl, time out
I know that you only with me for the clout, sit down
You had too much to drink
Maybe it's my fault
I remember you would pull up, pour up Hennessy askin' to smoke
Oh no, there you go again
Mixin' blow with downers
Brand new hoes around ya
And when the night is done
You be hittin' my line
Tell me your phone at one percent
3 A.M., you wanna vibe

Talk is overrated, let's just vibe
And love is overrated in my mind
Girl, talk is overrated, let's just vibe
Just for tonight




I'll be yours if you want me to
I'll be yours if you want me to

Overall Meaning

In the song "Talk Is Overrated" by Cenji, the lyrics explore the singer's desire for authentic connection and their struggle with uncertainty and emotional baggage. The lyrics begin by rejecting superficial distractions like smoking and drinking, emphasizing the need for genuine communication and understanding. The singer reveals their vulnerability, having been alone for a long time and longing for happiness rather than a romantic relationship. They are focused on finding clarity before committing to someone, indicating that they have been hurt in the past.


The chorus highlights the singer's frustration with the importance placed on talking and love, suggesting that actions and genuine connection are more valuable. They express a desire to simply enjoy the present moment and have a temporary bond instead of committing to a long-term relationship. The underlying message is that words can be misleading or exaggerated and that true connection goes beyond conversation alone.


The second verse reveals the singer's inner struggles and stress, acknowledging that others may wonder how they cope. They admit to sometimes putting up a front and struggling to understand their own desires. Reflecting on a past relationship, they suffered from a fear of intimacy and couldn't fully open up to their partner. The lyrics also hint at saving money that would have been spent on the relationship, indicating regret and recklessness.


In the bridge, the lyrics shift to a conversation between the singer and their love interest. The singer wants to have a serious conversation, but they feel like their partner is only interested in them for their social status or fame. The partner's excessive drinking is mentioned, possibly indicating their need for escapism. Despite this, the singer still receives late-night calls from their partner, hinting at a complicated dynamic where they may be drawn to each other despite the troubles.


Overall, "Talk Is Overrated" explores the singer's journey of self-discovery, their struggle with emotional walls, and their yearning for a genuine connection. It highlights their skepticism towards empty words and societal expectations, emphasizing the importance of authentic experiences and emotions. The lyrics suggest that sometimes actions and shared moments can speak louder than mere conversation and that the singer is willing to open up if their partner truly wants them.


Line by Line Meaning

I don't wanna smoke, I don't need a drink
I don't need any distractions, just tell me your true feelings and thoughts


Just tell me how you feel, tell me what you think
Open up to me and share your emotions and opinions


'Cause I've been on my own for a fuckin' while
I've been alone for a long time


And I don't need a girl, I just wanna smile
I don't necessarily need a romantic partner, I just want to be happy


Gettin' my mind right
Taking care of my mental well-being


I'll wait 'til the time's right
I'll be patient and wait for the perfect moment


I'm meanin' to tell you
I really want to communicate with you


Why it's hard to sleep at night
The reasons why I struggle to fall asleep


There's nothin' to fear now
There's nothing to be afraid of anymore


Girl, we should be here now
We should be together in this moment


So why don't you hear me out?
Why don't you listen to what I have to say?


I'm saying
This is what I mean


Talk is overrated, let's just vibe
Conversation is not as important as being in tune with each other's energy


And love is overrated in my mind
I don't believe that romantic love is as significant as others think


Just for tonight
Only for this evening


I'll be yours if you want me to
I'm willing to be with you if that's what you desire


I've been hella stressed, I would rather chill
I've been extremely stressed and I prefer to relax


I know you looked at me, wonder how I deal
I'm aware that you observe me and wonder how I cope


But look inside my soul, I don't mean to front
Take a deeper look at who I truly am, I'm not trying to deceive


'Cause really I don't know what the fuck I want
Honestly, I'm unsure about my desires


I remember when we were more than friends
I recall a time when our relationship was more than just friendship


I would just pretend, that was cold
I would pretend to not care, which was unfair


After all this shit, I could not let you in
Due to all the difficulties we've been through, I couldn't allow myself to be vulnerable with you


Summer went, saved up all the money
The summer passed and I saved up all the money


That I would have spent
That I would have used


On you, girl
On you, my love


Yeah, let's talk it out
Yes, let's have a thorough conversation about it


Girl, time out
Pause for a moment, girl


I know that you only with me for the clout, sit down
I'm aware that you're only interested in me for my social status, please listen


You had too much to drink
You consumed too much alcohol


Maybe it's my fault
Perhaps it's my responsibility


I remember you would pull up, pour up Hennessy askin' to smoke
I recall the times when you would arrive, bring Hennessy to drink, and ask to smoke


Oh no, there you go again
Oh no, you're repeating the same behavior again


Mixin' blow with downers
Combining cocaine with sedatives


Brand new hoes around ya
New women are surrounding you


And when the night is done
And when the night comes to an end


You be hittin' my line
You contact me


Tell me your phone at one percent
Informing me that your phone battery is at one percent


3 A.M., you wanna vibe
At 3 A.M., you want to connect emotionally




Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group, Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jeremy Zucker, Matthew Tyler Musto

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Comments from YouTube:

redza

your voice is literally perfect

Cenji

You're literally perfect πŸ˜­πŸ’š

cathy C

I love Jeremy and Blackbear but jesus boy is your voice smooth. Like if they banned me from listening to the original version, I would totally listen to ONLY yours. Also, your sunday candy cover is the best cover I have heard so far.

Cenji

Thank you so much for the kind words Cathy, it really means a lot πŸ˜­πŸ’š I love the original so much so I hope that I did it justice!

cathy C

Ofcourse you did. Can you pls make a cover of "gtg ttyl" by blackbear ft. THEY or "ain't trippin" by blackbear next so that I can play it on repeat on spotify?

Cenji

Aw you're too kind Cathy, thanks so much! I'll give it a listen!

Michael Tin

Got this in my Spotify Discover Weekly and I cannot believe that this does not have more views. Your voice is so perfect and amazing!

Cenji

Thanks so much Michael, you’re too kind! I appreciate you stopping by! :)

momosi0908

Your voice is amazing!!!!!!! ❀️The best cover I have watched lately, please keep doing more covers 🎢

Cenji

Thank you! Been working away on lots of music! Stay tuned ;)

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