“What I Like” was officially released as True Romance’s fifth single on May 17th, 2013, a little bit over a month after the album’s release.
What I Like
Charli XCX Lyrics
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Your t-shirt's on the floor, yeah we're undressing in my house again
You know just what I like
You call me up at six, come 'round, undressing in my house again
Your t-shirt's on the floor, yeah we're undressing in my house again
You know just what I like
Playing board-games, horror films with the super gore
Thought that you were cute from the start, yeah I'm pretty sure
You were like the medicine, the medicine I wanted more
All along I wanted someone to ride with
Found the guy I want the rest of my life with
We on some husband and wife shit
I don't really care, 'cause I know that I like it
And when the clouds part open
When the last word is spoken
When the last heart's been broken
We'll be sitting on your bedroom floor still smoking
And when the clouds part open
When the last word is spoken
When the last heart's been broken
We'll be sitting on your bedroom floor still smoking
Smoking, smoking
You call me up at six, come 'round, undressing in my house again
Your t-shirt's on the floor, yeah we're undressing in my house again
You know just what I like
You call me up at six, come 'round, undressing in my house again
Your t-shirt's on the floor, yeah we're undressing in my house again
You know just what I like
Oh now I got a plan, I hope you gonna be my man
I can see us cushy in the house right by the ocean sand
And when I wanna cry, I hope you gonna hold my hand
And when the shit goes down, I hope you're gonna make a stand
This shit is super wild, this shit is super cool
This shit is kinda gangsta, I think I'm into you
This shit is super wild, this shit is super cool
This shit is kinda gangsta, I think I'm into you
You call me up at six, come 'round, undressing in my house again
Your t-shirt's on the floor, yeah we're undressing in my house again
You know just what I like
You call me up at six, come 'round, undressing in my house again
Your t-shirt's on the floor, yeah we're undressing in my house again
You know just what I like
The lyrics to "What I Like" by Charli XCX convey a sensual and playful tone, as she describes a casual and carefree relationship with someone who knows exactly what she likes. Charli describes the situation where the person she is interested in comes over to her house and they undress, indicating a sexual relationship that is not quite serious. This could suggest that Charli is enjoying the moment and not looking for anything more at this time.
The third verse portrays a definitive shift in tone, where Charli is hoping that the person she is interested in will become her long-term partner. She talks about living together in a house by the ocean and supporting each other through tough times. She seems to have found somebody she truly cares about and wants to be with in the long run.
The final lines of the song, "this shit is super wild, this shit is super cool, this shit is kinda gangsta, I think I'm into you," suggest that the playful and casual nature of their relationship is something that Charli enjoys and finds exciting.
Overall, the song conveys a sense of freedom and enjoying the moment, while also expressing a desire for a deeper connection and partnership.
Line by Line Meaning
You call me up at six, come 'round, undressing in my house again
You often contact me to come over to my house to undress and do things we enjoy. We have a casual, physical relationship.
Your t-shirt's on the floor, yeah we're undressing in my house again
We engage in sexual activity and our clothes end up on the floor as we continue to please each other.
You know just what I like
You are aware of my desires and preferences, and you satisfy them when we are together.
Used to come around, you'd be knockin' on my front door
In the past, you would visit me by knocking on my front door and we would spend time playing games and watching horror movies.
Playing board-games, horror films with the super gore
We would play board games and watch horror movies with intense violence and bloodshed.
Thought that you were cute from the start, yeah I'm pretty sure
I found you attractive from the beginning and I am fairly certain about my feelings towards you.
You were like the medicine, the medicine I wanted more
You were like a drug that I craved and needed more of. You made me feel better and fulfilled.
All along I wanted someone to ride with
I have always wanted someone to share my experiences and take on life's challenges with.
Found the guy I want the rest of my life with
I have found the person I want to spend the rest of my life with and build a life together.
We on some husband and wife shit
Our relationship has progressed to a point where we act like husband and wife and share a deep connection.
I don't really care, 'cause I know that I like it
I am not concerned about what other people think because I enjoy being with you and I know that it makes me happy.
And when the clouds part open
During moments of clarity when things start to make sense.
When the last word is spoken
At the end of our conversations and disagreements.
When the last heart's been broken
When someone has gone through a heartbreak and is trying to move on.
We'll be sitting on your bedroom floor still smoking
We will continue to relax and smoke in each other's company, even when times are tough.
Oh now I got a plan, I hope you gonna be my man
I have a plan for our future together and I hope that you will be my partner in this journey.
I can see us cushy in the house right by the ocean sand
I imagine us living in a comfortable home next to the beach, enjoying each other's company and the beautiful view.
And when I wanna cry, I hope you gonna hold my hand
When I am feeling vulnerable and emotional, I want you to be there for me, to comfort and support me.
And when the shit goes down, I hope you're gonna make a stand
When we face difficult times and challenges, I expect you to stand by me and take action to overcome them.
This shit is super wild, this shit is super cool
This shit is kinda gangsta, I think I'm into you
Our relationship is exciting, unique and it makes me feel tough and rebellious. I am heavily attracted to you.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Charlotte Aitchison, Joseph Zuccu
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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[Chorus]
You call me up at six
Come 'round, undressing in my house again
Your t-shirt’s on the floor
Yeah, we're undressing in my house again
You know just what I like
You call me up at six
Come 'round, undressing in my house again
Your t-shirt’s on the floor
Yeah, we're undressing in my house again
You know just what I like
[Verse 1]
Used to come around, you'd be knockin' on my front door
Playing board-games, horror films with the super gore
Thought that you were cute from the start
Yeah, I’m pretty sure
You were like the medicine, the medicine, I wanted more
All along, I wanted someone to vibe with
Found the guy I want the rest of my life with
Ha, we on some husband and wife shit
I don’t really care, 'cause I know that I like it
[Refrain]
And when the clouds part open
When the last word is spoken
When the last heart’s been broken
We’ll be sitting on your bedroom floor still smoking
And when the clouds part open
When the last word is spoken
When the last heart’s been broken
We’ll be sitting on your bedroom floor still smoking
Smoking, smoking
[Chorus]
You call me up at six
Come 'round, undressing in my house again
Your t-shirt’s on the floor
Yeah, we're undressing in my house again
You know just what I like
You call me up at six
Come 'round, undressing in my house again
Your t-shirt’s on the floor
Yeah, we're undressing in my house again
You know just what I like
[Verse 2]
Oh, now I got a plan
I hope you gonna be my man
I can see us cushy in the house right by the ocean sand
And when I wanna cry, I hope you're gonna hold my hand
And when the shit goes down, I hope you're gonna make a stand
This shit is super wild
This shit is super cool
This shit is kinda gangsta'
I think I’m into you
This shit is super wild
This shit is super cool
This shit is kinda gangsta'
I think I’m into you
[Chorus]
You call me up at six
Come 'round, undressing in my house again
Your t-shirt’s on the floor
Yeah, we're undressing in my house again
You know just what I like
You call me up at six
Come 'round, undressing in my house again
Your t-shirt’s on the floor
Yeah, we're undressing in my house again
You know just what I like
@Blitzbrie
I love that you can see glimpses of future Charli in this song with the way her vocals are processed. The way the autotune is done on the pre-chorus sounds straight out of Pop 2.
@denisesatx
I love the 90s aesthetic of this video, this is a music video that would have played late at night on MTV. ❤❤
@ThatnightStar
I love her soft-grunge Punk-Pop style. She's so rad Rock-n-Roll <3 She makes the typical bubblegum pop from the 90s into a masterpiece of Dark, drug induced noise.
@FilmSureelist97
I can’t believe this is 10 years old. I remember being 15 and listening to this album on repeat.
@goldenxronnie3739
This is my favorite era of Charli, dark wave True Romance era. This the charli that was ALL OVER tumblr. I just find more substance with this than Sucker.
@javierluna5329
×2
@CraigDirty
Nuclear season is my favorite song from that time.
@kryptickodex3846
Goldenxronnie I agree, now I just watch her dance and strut around.
@ElisaBenaggoune
same
@ungodlyalien1268
YES I AGREE SM