Puth initially signed with the record label eleveneleven after performing on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, while songwriting and producing for other artists. With primary intent on a solo career, Atlantic Records and Artist Partner Group eventually sought the artist and released his debut single, "Marvin Gaye" (featuring Meghan Trainor), in 2015. His next single and first feature, "See You Again", which he co-wrote, co-produced, and performed with Atlantic label-mate Wiz Khalifa for the Furious 7 soundtrack as a tribute to actor Paul Walker. It peaked at number one on the US Billboard Hot 100 for 12 non-consecutive weeks. After the success of "See You Again", he gained worldwide recognition for multiple subsequent releases, including his next single, "One Call Away". The single reached number 12 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Puth's debut studio album, Nine Track Mind, was released in January 2016 to moderate commercial success. The album was preceded by the singles "One Call Away" and "We Don't Talk Anymore" (featuring Selena Gomez), which peaked at number 12 and number 9 respectively on the Billboard Hot 100. In 2017, he released two songs, "Attention" and "How Long", with the former peaking at number 5 on the Billboard Hot 100. Both were included on his second studio album, Voicenotes (2018), with ameliorated critical reception and a peak of number 4 on the Billboard 200. In 2019, Puth released the singles "I Warned Myself", "Mother" and "Cheating on You". The following year, Puth released singles "Girlfriend" and "Hard on Yourself". After deciding not to put these songs on his next album and scrapping what other songs he had written for it in early 2020, Puth released "Light Switch" in January 2022 as the lead single of his upcoming third studio album Charlie, which is scheduled for a 2022 release. "Light Switch" peaked at number 27 on the Billboard Hot 100. The album's second single, "That's Hilarious", was released in April 2022.
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Charlie Puth Lyrics
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I don't wanna hurt you baby, no more
I see you walking over there with all your friends
Eyein' me down
But remember what you said to me
We've been on and off for a couple months now
Feeling okay 'bout it all
You keep coming back to me
The last thing I wanna do is leave again and end up bringing you down
And you can't just come around
I don't wanna keep playing these games
I've broken your heart and caused so much pain
'Cause all I've gotta say is
I don't wanna hurt you baby
I don't wanna hurt you baby, no more
So it's best that we move on, yeah
I don't wanna hurt you baby
I don't wanna hurt you baby, no more
Girl, even though you do it better than anyone else
Staying with me ain't no good for your health
That way I don't have to explain why
For all it's worth, at least we gave it a try
Please believe me, 'cause
The last thing I wanna do is leave again and end up bringing you down
'Cause you can't just come around
I don't wanna keep playing these games
I've broken your heart and caused so much pain
And all I've gotta say is
I don't wanna hurt you baby
I don't wanna hurt you baby, no more
So it's best that we move on (yeah)
I don't wanna hurt you baby
I don't wanna hurt you baby, no more, yeah
Remember when I told you
"That I'll love you 'til day is done
You're the one that makes me happy"
God, what have I done?
I don't wanna hurt you baby
I don't wanna hurt you baby, no more
So it's best that we move on, yeah
I don't wanna hurt you baby
I don't wanna hurt you baby, no more
I don't wanna hurt you baby baby
I don't wanna hurt you baby, no more
Yeah baby, I don't wanna hurt you no more
I don't wanna go and hurt you like I did before
In "I Don't Wanna Hurt You Baby," Charlie Puth sings about a relationship that's been on and off for a couple of months. He doesn't want to hurt his partner again by leaving and causing her pain. He talks about how he's broken her heart in the past, and now he wants them to move on. He doesn't want to keep playing games and causing any more hurt.
Charlie Puth is explaining that he doesn't want to be in a relationship with the girl because he's afraid of hurting her again. He understands that she's better off without him, and it's time for them to move on. He remembers telling her that he would love her till the day is done, but he's now unable to keep that promise.
The song could be about a personal experience for Charlie Puth or someone he knows. Many people can relate to the pain of breaking up and trying to move on. The lyrics are heartfelt and honest, making it a relatable tune.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah, yeah
Charlie is acknowledging or agreeing with something, perhaps an unspoken, mutually understood desire to avoid causing pain or hurt.
I don't wanna hurt you baby, no more
Charlie is making a commitment to not cause any additional pain or hurt to his romantic partner. He is recognizing that he has already caused pain and wants to prevent it from happening again.
I see you walking over there with all your friends
Charlie observes his romantic partner in a social situation, surrounded by friends.
Eyein' me down
Charlie's partner is giving him a long, intense look.
But remember what you said to me
Charlie is bringing to mind something that his partner previously shared with him.
We've been on and off for a couple months now
Charlie and his partner have been in an unstable, unpredictable romantic relationship for a few months.
Feeling okay 'bout it all
Charlie is at peace with the current state of the relationship, including its ups and downs.
But baby somehow
However, despite his peace about it, something more important is nagging him.
You keep coming back to me
Despite the instability of the relationship, Charlie's partner keeps coming back to him for some reason.
The last thing I wanna do is leave again and end up bringing you down
Charlie is expressing reluctance to leave the relationship again after coming back to it for fear of causing further hurt or pain to his partner.
And you can't just come around
Charlie is acknowledging the inconsistency of his partner's behavior in the relationship, and the undesirability of such.
I don't wanna keep playing these games
Charlie wants a real, stable relationship without all the drama and inconsistency he has experienced so far.
I've broken your heart and caused so much pain
Charlie is acknowledging that his actions have had serious negative consequences for his partner.
'Cause all I've gotta say is
Charlie is reaching a conclusion based on all he has said and done so far.
Girl, even though you do it better than anyone else
Charlie is acknowledging that despite what has happened, his partner is a great match for him in many respects.
Staying with me ain't no good for your health
Charlie is acknowledging that the instability of the relationship is not good for his partner's well-being.
That way I don't have to explain why
Charlie sees bringing an end to the relationship as a way to avoid further complicated or emotional explanations.
For all it's worth, at least we gave it a try
The relationship was a good attempt at a real romance, even if it has ended up unsatisfactory.
Please believe me, 'cause
Charlie is underscoring his sincerity and hoping for his partner to trust and believe him.
Remember when I told you
Charlie is recalling what he once said to his partner.
"That I'll love you 'til day is done
Charlie committed to loving his partner for as long as he lives, a promise he may no longer be able or willing to keep.
You're the one that makes me happy"
Charlie affirms that his partner is the source of his happiness in the relationship.
God, what have I done?
Charlie may have realized too late that he is walking towards loss instead of gain in the relationship.
I don't wanna hurt you baby
Charlie reminds his partner that he truly does not want to cause her any pain.
So it's best that we move on, yeah
Charlie is proposing that the relationship come to an end, believing it to be the best course of action for both of them.
I don't wanna hurt you baby baby
Charlie is reiterating, with more emphasis, that he genuinely does not want to hurt his partner in any way.
Yeah baby, I don't wanna hurt you no more
Charlie accentuates that he is truly and sincerely done with causing his partner pain at all costs.
I don't wanna go and hurt you like I did before
Charlie is referring to an instance in the past when he caused his partner harm, and showing remorse for it.
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Written by: Charlie Puth
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@Nick-qj7wl
16 year old: good song, nice.
19 year old: almost crying...
Almost 21 now 8 days left, when I made this comment I was in some dark days, but now I am getting better, people things will work out for the better, keep working on yourself and never give up!
Thanks for all the like, everytime I got a notification on this video I watched it and starting thinking about bettering my situation, thanks everyone
@luisk8141
exactly me
@nvmbmsp8526
Relatable
@k.k.2820
13 years old me: This song is cool
16 years old me: i feel this on personal level
@butternofly
i cried many times lmao, and i'm not even 15
@cerpiper
Well I'm 15 and I almost cry hearing this song
@marianaweberr
"friends can break your heart too"
"always missing people that i shouldn't be missing"
i felt that in so many ways and so many memories just came
edit: MOM I'M FAMOUS LOOK AT ME NOW
@mariandot6303
Yeh your right my best friend even break my heart
@marianaweberr
@@mariandot6303 i feel you! two best friends of mine broke my heart so yeah :/
@gamingcupurajake1262
My bff flirt with ALL my crush 💔💔