In 2012, Charli XCX rose to prominence with the Icona Pop collaboration "I Love It", which became an international success, reaching top 10 in North America and Europe. Her debut studio album, True Romance (2013), was released that year to critical acclaim, despite not meeting commercial expectations. In 2014, she contributed the chorus and hook to "Fancy" by rapper Iggy Azalea, which finished the year as one of the best-selling singles worldwide and was nominated for two Grammy Awards. The same year, Charli XCX released "Boom Clap", which became her first solo top-ten single on the Billboard Hot 100. Her second studio album, the pop/rock-influenced Sucker, was released at the end of the year, and spawned the successful singles "Break the Rules" and "Doing It".
In 2015, Charli XCX began working with producers and artists in A. G. Cook's British collective PC Music, as well as producer Sophie. While working on her third album, she released the Vroom Vroom EP in 2016 and the mixtapes Number 1 Angel and Pop 2 in 2017, as well as a series of singles including the BPI-certified "After the Afterparty", "Boys", and "1999". In 2019, Charli XCX released her third studio album, Charli, which was followed by her fourth studio album, How I'm Feeling Now, which she recorded and released during the UK's first national lockdown in 2020. Charli's latest addition to her discography is CRASH, released on 18 March 2022, including the singles Good Ones and New Shapes.
In addition to her solo work, Charli XCX has co-written songs for other artists including Camila Cabello, Rita Ora, Selena Gomez, and many more.
Explode
Charli XCX Lyrics
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We got the city breaking down
Stuck in an avalanche
We got the whole world spinning
Young, I want it free
Got everything we need
A thousand shooting stars
And you know we got more to show
The planets are aligned
We got something divine
So open up the sky
You know this is our time
Oh now you know
We wanna live right now
Jumping off the edge
Don't ever slow us down for nothing
We wanna live right now
Jumping off the edge
We're gonna live our lives for something more
Hey let's explode, explode
Cause we got that dynamite inside our bones
Come on let's explode, explode
Now we got that 1, 2, 3, come on let's go, let's go
Oh, oh
Oh, oh
I love this energy
We're burning up like fire
Like electricity
We're hanging from the wire
Young, I want it free
Got everything we need
A thousand shooting stars
And many mysteries
And you know we got more to show
The planets are aligned
We got something divine
So open up the sky
You know this is our time
Oh now you know
We wanna live right now
Jumping off the edge
Don't ever slow us down for nothing
We wanna live right now
Jumping off the edge
We're gonna live our lives for something more
Hey let's explode, explode
Cause we got that dynamite inside our bones
Come on let's explode, explode
Now we got that 1, 2, 3, come on let's go, let's go
Oh, oh
Oh, oh
We wanna live right now
We wanna live right now
Hey let's explode, explode
Cause we got that dynamite inside our bones
Come on let's explode, explode
Now we got that 1, 2, 3, come on let's go, let's go
Oh, oh
Oh, oh
The lyrics of the song "Explode" by Charli XCX evoke a feeling of youthful energy and a desire to break free from constraints. The opening lines set the stage for an exhilarating experience, with the city breaking down and the singer feeling stuck in an avalanche. Despite the chaos, they find solace in the fact that the whole world is spinning, suggesting a sense of excitement and possibility.
The chorus emphasizes the urgency to live in the present moment and take risks, symbolized by jumping off the edge. The singer rejects anything that might slow them down, emphasizing their determination to live life to the fullest and not settle for anything less. This sentiment is reinforced in the repetition of the line "We're gonna live our lives for something more," emphasizing the need for purpose and meaning.
The phrase "Hey let's explode, explode" serves as a rallying cry, urging the listeners to embrace their inner dynamite and unleash their full potential. It can be interpreted as a call to embrace their passion and unleash their energy, symbolized by the dynamite inside their bones. The following line "Now we got that 1, 2, 3, come on let's go, let's go" further emphasizes the desire for action and seizing the moment.
The second verse mirrors the themes of the first verse, highlighting the intense energy and electrifying atmosphere the singer is experiencing. The reference to shooting stars and mysteries alludes to the limitless possibilities and unknown adventures that lie ahead. Again, they emphasize that there is more to show, suggesting that there is an inner greatness waiting to be revealed.
Overall, "Explode" represents a celebration of youthful exuberance, a declaration to live life to the fullest, and an encouragement to embrace one's potential and pursue their dreams. It captures the desire for freedom, excitement, and a refusal to be held back, urging listeners to break free from the constraints of society and explore their true potential.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm standing close to you
I am in proximity to you, suggesting a close connection or relationship.
We got the city breaking down
We are causing a significant impact on the city, perhaps through our actions or influence.
Stuck in an avalanche
We are caught in a situation of overwhelming force or intensity, similar to being trapped in an avalanche.
We got the whole world spinning
Our influence or energy is causing a widespread and powerful effect on the entire world.
Young, I want it free
Being young, I desire a sense of freedom and liberation.
Got everything we need
We have all the necessary elements or resources for our desires or goals.
A thousand shooting stars
A multitude of opportunities or moments of brilliance.
And many mysteries
There are numerous unknowns or secrets awaiting discovery.
And you know we got more to show
We have additional impressive or captivating aspects to reveal or demonstrate.
The planets are aligned
Everything is falling into place perfectly, creating advantageous circumstances or opportunities.
We got something divine
We possess something extraordinary or heavenly.
So open up the sky
Let all barriers or limitations be removed, allowing us to reach our full potential.
You know this is our time
It is currently a period of great opportunity or significance for us.
Oh now you know
Now you are aware of the truth or reality.
We wanna live right now
We have a strong desire to fully experience and embrace the present moment.
Jumping off the edge
Taking bold risks or pushing the boundaries of our comfort zones.
Don't ever slow us down for nothing
We refuse to let anything hinder or impede our progress.
We're gonna live our lives for something more
We are determined to live with a greater purpose or meaning.
Hey let's explode, explode
Let us release our full potential and burst forth with energy and passion.
Cause we got that dynamite inside our bones
We possess an explosive and powerful force within us.
Come on let's explode, explode
Let us unleash our inner energy and ignite our true potential.
Now we got that 1, 2, 3, come on let's go, let's go
Now we have the momentum and enthusiasm to propel ourselves forward, urging us to take action.
Oh, oh
An expression of excitement or anticipation.
We wanna live right now
We have a strong desire to fully experience and embrace the present moment.
We wanna live right now
We have a strong desire to fully experience and embrace the present moment.
Hey let's explode, explode
Let us release our full potential and burst forth with energy and passion.
Cause we got that dynamite inside our bones
We possess an explosive and powerful force within us.
Come on let's explode, explode
Let us unleash our inner energy and ignite our true potential.
Now we got that 1, 2, 3, come on let's go, let's go
Now we have the momentum and enthusiasm to propel ourselves forward, urging us to take action.
Oh, oh
An expression of excitement or anticipation.
Oh, oh
An expression of excitement or anticipation.
We wanna live right now
We have a strong desire to fully experience and embrace the present moment.
We wanna live right now
We have a strong desire to fully experience and embrace the present moment.
Hey let's explode, explode
Let us release our full potential and burst forth with energy and passion.
Cause we got that dynamite inside our bones
We possess an explosive and powerful force within us.
Come on let's explode, explode
Let us unleash our inner energy and ignite our true potential.
Now we got that 1, 2, 3, come on let's go, let's go
Now we have the momentum and enthusiasm to propel ourselves forward, urging us to take action.
Oh, oh
An expression of excitement or anticipation.
Oh, oh
An expression of excitement or anticipation.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Charlotte Emma Aitchison, Gregory Allen Kurstin
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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I'm standing close to you
We got the city breaking down
Stuck in an avalanche
We got the whole world shaking
Young, I want it free
Got everything we need
A thousand shooting stars
And many mysteries
And you know we got more to show
The planets are aligned
We got something divine
So open up the sky
You know this is our time
Oh now you know
We wanna live right now
Jumping off the edge
Don't ever slow us down for nothing
We wanna live right now
Jumping off the edge
We're gonna live our lives for something more
Hey let's explode, explo o o ode
Cause we got that dynamite inside our bones
Come on let's explode, explo o o ode
Now we got that 1, 2, 3, come on let's go, let's go
Oh, oh
Oh, oh
I love this energy
We're burning up like fire
Like electricity
We're hanging from the wire
Young, I want it free
Got everything we need
A thousand shooting stars
And many mysteries
And you know we got more to show
The planets are aligned
We got something divine
So open up the sky
You know this is our time
Oh now you know
We wanna live right now
Jumping off the edge
Don't ever slow us down for nothing
We wanna live right now
Jumping off the edge
We're gonna live our lives for something more
Hey let's explo o o ode, explode
Cause we got that dynamite inside our bones
Come on let's explo o o ode, explode
Now we got that 1, 2, 3, come on let's go, let's go
Oh, oh
Oh, oh
We wanna live right now
We wanna live right now
Hey let's explo o o ode, explode
Cause we got that dynamite inside our bones
Come on let's explo o o ode, explode
Now we got that 1, 2, 3, come on let's go, let's go
Oh, oh
Oh, oh
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The Lyrics if anyone’s interested:
I’m standing close to you.
We got the city breaking down.
Stuck in an avalanche.
We got the whole world shaking.
Young, wild and free, got everything we need.
A thousand shooting stars and many mysteries.
And you know we got more to show.
The planets are aligned, we got something divine, so open up the sky.
You know this is our time.
Well, now you know.
We gotta live right now, jumping off the edge.
Don’t ever slow us down for nothing.
We wanna live right now, jumping off the edge.
We’re gonna live our lives for something more.
Hey, let’s explo-o-o-ode!(explode!)
‘Cause we got the dynamite inside our bones.
Come on, let’s explo-o-o-ode!(explode!)
Now we got the want to break the rules.
Let’s go, let’s go!
A-ooh!
A-ooh!
I love this energy.
We’re burning up like fire.
Like electricity.
We’re hanging from a wire.
Young, wild and free, got everything we need.
A thousand shooting stars and many mysteries.
And you know we got more to show.
The planets are aligned, we got something divine, so open up the sky.
You know this is our time.
Well, now you know.
We gotta live right now, jumping off the edge.
Don’t ever slow us down for nothing.
We wanna live right now, jumping off the edge.
We’re gonna live our lives for something more.
Hey, let’s explo-o-o-ode!(explode!)
‘Cause we got the dynamite inside our bones.
Come on, let’s explo-o-o-ode!(explode!)
Now we got the want to break the rules.
Let’s go, let’s go!
A-ooh!
A-ooh!
We gotta live right now.
We wanna live right now.
Hey, let’s explo-o-o-ode!(explode!)
‘Cause we got the dynamite inside our bones.
Come on, let’s explo-o-o-ode!(explode!)
Now we got the want to break the rules.
Let’s go, let’s go!
A-ooh!
A-ooh!
Ocean Sage
I love Charli XCX. She's been killing it for awhile now.
Reid R
This aged well
A K
Melodrama is great too, can’t wait for Lorde to release her third album!!!!!!!
Hamilton Siegler
Me,too!
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Ocean Sage
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#Woomy-Gamer
This awesome song is still a bop, even after like 4 years or so and I’m not complaining.
Anna Fowdy
Hopefully, since she's played by Charli XCX, we'll see Willow singing this.
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wait, are you saying that willow was singing and not stella?
and i'm knowing this 5 years later?
Facepalmer Chaos
Willow WAS singing it!