Sympathy is a knife featuring ariana grande
Charli XCX Lyrics
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I don't wanna force a smile
This one girl taps my insecurities
Don't know if it's real or if I'm spiraling
One voice tells me that they laugh
George says I'm just paranoid
Says you just don't see it, you're so naive
I'm embarrassed to have it but need the sympathy
'Cause I couldn't even be her if I tried
I'm opposite, I'm on the other side
I feel all these feelings I can't control
Oh no, don't know why
All this sympathy is just a knife
Why I can't even grit my teeth and lie?
I feel all these feelings I can't control
Oh no, don't know
Why I wanna buy a gun?
Why I wanna shoot myself?
Volatile at war with my dialogue
I'd say that there was a God if they could stop this
Wild voice tearing me apart
I'm so apprehensive now
Don't wanna see her backstage at my boyfriend's show
Fingers crossed behind my back
I hope they break up quick
'Cause I couldn't even be her if I tried
I'm opposite, I'm on the other side
I feel all these feelings I can't control
Oh no, don't know why
All this sympathy is just a knife
Why I can't even grit my teeth and lie?
I feel all these feelings I can't control (oh no)
All this sympathy is just a knife
All this sympathy is just a knife
All this sympathy is just a knife
Yeah, all this sympathy is just a knife
Oh no, oh no
Why is all this sympathy a fucking knife?
Yeah, all this sympathy is just a knife
Couldn't even be her if I tried
Oh no, oh no
The lyrics to Charli XCX's song "Sympathy is a Knife" delve into the complexities of dealing with insecurities, self-doubt, and the toxic effects of seeking validation and empathy from others. The singer expresses a reluctance to share their personal space and put on a facade of happiness, hinting at an internal struggle with authenticity and the pressure to conform to societal expectations. They mention feeling insecure and unsure if these feelings are real or if they are descending into a spiral of self-doubt.
The lyrics suggest a constant battle within the singer's mind, where different voices and influences lead them to doubt themselves and question their own perception of reality. The mention of being paranoid and feeling naive highlights a sense of vulnerability and self-consciousness. Despite feeling embarrassed about needing sympathy from others, there is also a craving for it, indicating a conflicted relationship with validation and acceptance.
The singer acknowledges their differences from someone they admire or envy, emphasizing their position on the opposite side of the spectrum. This juxtaposition creates a sense of alienation and disconnect, further fueling their internal turmoil. The inability to control overwhelming emotions and the metaphorical depiction of sympathy as a knife suggest that seeking validation from external sources can be harmful and detrimental to one's mental well-being.
The lyrics take a darker turn as the singer contemplates extreme actions like wanting to buy a gun and expressing volatile thoughts about self-harm. This intense internal conflict is portrayed as a war with their own thoughts and emotions, illustrating the destructive power of negative self-perception and the desire for respite from the inner turmoil. The singer's apprehension about encountering a rival or threat in their personal life adds another layer of tension and anxiety to the narrative.
The repeated refrain of "All this sympathy is just a knife" serves as a poignant reminder of the toxic nature of seeking validation and empathy from others. The singer grapples with the realization that relying on external sources for validation only deepens their insecurities and exacerbates their inner turmoil. The lyrics culminate in a sense of hopelessness and resignation, as the singer struggles to find a way to navigate their complex emotions and the relentless cycle of seeking sympathy as a means of coping with their internal struggles.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't wanna share the space
I feel uncomfortable sharing my personal space with others
I don't wanna force a smile
I don't want to pretend to be happy when I'm not
This one girl taps my insecurities
This girl triggers my feelings of self-doubt and vulnerability
Don't know if it's real or if I'm spiraling
I'm unsure if my emotions are valid or if I'm overthinking things
One voice tells me that they laugh
I hear a voice telling me that others are laughing at me
George says I'm just paranoid
George reassures me that I'm only imagining things
Says you just don't see it, you're so naive
He believes I'm oblivious to the truth and too trusting
I'm embarrassed to have it but need the sympathy
I feel ashamed of seeking sympathy but still crave it for validation
'Cause I couldn't even be her if I tried
I could never be like her no matter how hard I attempt
I'm opposite, I'm on the other side
I'm completely different from her in every aspect
All this sympathy is just a knife
The empathy I receive only hurts me further like a sharp blade
Why I can't even grit my teeth and lie?
Why can't I pretend everything is okay and hide my true emotions?
Why I wanna buy a gun?
Why am I considering such drastic measures?
Why I wanna shoot myself?
Why do I have thoughts of self-harm?
All this sympathy is just a knife
The excessive sympathy I receive causes more pain than comfort
Yeah, all this sympathy is just a knife
Yes, the sympathy I am given only serves to hurt me
Oh no, oh no
Expressing distress and helplessness in the situation
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jonathan Christopher Shave, Charlotte Emma Aitchison, Finn Keane
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@sanriogirlz
Ariana’s Verse Lyrics:
It’s a knife when you know they’re counting on your mistakes
It’s a knife when you’re so pretty they think you must be fake
It’s a knife when they dissect your body on the front page
It’s a knife when they won’t believe you, why should you explain?
It’s a knife when the mean fans hate the nice fans
And somebody says, “Ari, I think you’ve totally changed” (No shit)
It’s a knife when somebody says they like the old me and not the new me and I’m like, “Who the f*ck is she?”
Cuz it’s a knife when you’re finally on top
Cuz logically the next step is they wanna see you fall to the bottom
It’s a knife when you’re finally on top
Cuz logically the next step is they wanna see you fall, fall, fall
@marcovasquez5814
Lyricssss
I-i-i-i-it's a knife when you know they're waitin' for you to choke
It's a knife when a journalist does a misquote
It's a knife when a friend is suddenly steppin' on your throat
It's a kn— when they say that you've been doing things you don't-don't
It's a knife when your old friends hate your new friends
When somebody says, "Charli, I think you've totally changed"
It's a knife when somebody says they like the old me and not the new me
And I'm like, "Who the fuck is she?"
Cause it's a knife when you're finally on top
'Cause logically the next step is they wanna see you fall to the bottom
It's a knife when you're finally on top (On top)
'Cause logically the next step is they wanna see you fall-fall-fall
I-i-i-i-it's a knife when
It's a knife when, it's a knife when (When, when)
All this sympathy is just a knife when (When)
It's a knife when, it's a knife when (When, when)
All this sympathy is just a
It's a knife when you know they're counting on your mistakes
It's a knife when you're so pretty, they think you must be fake (Mm)
It's a knife when they dissect your body on the front page (Mm, ooh)
It's a knife when they won't believe you, why should you explain? (Yeah)
It's a knife when the mean fans hate the nice fans
When somebody says, "Ari, I think you've totally changed" (No shit)
(It's a knife) When somebody says they like the old me and not the new me
And I'm like, "Who the fuck is she?"
'Cause it's a knife when you're finally on top (On top)
'Cause logically the next step is they wanna see you fall to the bottom
It's a knife when you're finally on top (On top, ooh)
'Cause logically the next step is they wanna see you fall-fall-fall
I-i-i-i-it's a knife when (It's a knife when)
It's a knife when (It's a knife when)
It's a knife when (When, when)
All this sympathy is just a knife when (It's a knife when)
It's a knife when (It's a knife when)
It's a knife when (Ah)
All this sympathy is just a kn—
@mikaylierae8659
I love that these remixes are ACTUAL remixes, and not just added verses. We got a totally new album and I'm here for it!
@Jususnothere
It's so cool❤
@nya55155
Honestly this song takes me to a different world. Driving and never stopping, bad bitch in the passenger seat, my G in the back wit his thotiana, all of us dripped out, no worries whatsoever
@tonyrosamusic
Live Concept ft Ariana Grande is up on mu channel right now!
@babyboomertwerkteam5662
@@nya55155 you did not just say thotiana in 2024...
@harmonicgraves
@@babyboomertwerkteam5662 what does it mean
@grenadae5332
Its crazy how Ariana's voice can fit into literally everything
@niturori5328
Yeah
@bernardoalonso1
This is good not the one with marry carry.
@alterego5824
@@bernardoalonso1in that case it was Mariah who couldn’t adapt to Yes, and.
Ariana has literally slayed every collab she’s taken part in.