So What
Chipmunks & Chipettes Lyrics


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Na, na, na, na, na, na, na
Na, na, na, na, na, na
Na, na, na, na, na, na, na
Na, na, na, na, na, na

I guess I just lost my boyfriend,
I don't know where he went.
So I'm gonna spend my money,
I'm not gonna pay his rent.

I've got a brand new attitude,
And I'm gonna wear it tonight,
I wanna get in trouble,
I wanna start a fight.

Na, na, na, na, na, na, na
I wanna start a fight.
Na, na, na, na, na, na, na
I wanna start a fight!

So, So what? (What?) I'm still a rockstar! (Yeah!)
I got my rock moves, (Oh!)
And I don't need you.

Guess what? (What?) I'm having more fun, (Yeah!)
And now that were done, (Oh!)
I'm gonna show you tonight, (Hey!)
I'm alright, (Hey!) I'm just fine, (Hey)
And you're a tool so-

So what? (What?) I am a rockstar, (Yeah!)
I got my rock moves, (Oh!)
And I don't want you tonight.

The waiter just took my table,
And gave it to David Seville.
I guess I'll go sit with Simon
At least he is keeping it real.

What if this songs on the radio?
Then somebodys gonna cry,
I'm going to get in trouble,
Alvin will start a fight.

Na, na, na, na, na, na, na
Hes gonna start a fight
Na, na, na, na, na, na, na
We're all gonna get in a fight!

So, So what? (What?) I'm still a rockstar! (Yeah!)
I got my rock moves, (Oh!)
And I don't need you.

Guess what? (What?) I'm having more fun, (Yeah!)
And now that were done, (Oh!)
I'm gonna show you tonight, (Hey!)
I'm alright, (Hey!) I'm just fine, (Hey)
And you're a tool so-

So what? (What?) I am a rockstar, (Yeah!)
I got my rock moves, (Oh!)
And I don't want you tonight.

You weren't there, you never were
You want it all, but that's not fair
I gave you life, I gave my all,
You weren't there, you let me fall!

So what? (What?) I'm still a rockstar! (Yeah!)
I got my rock moves, (Oh!)
And I don't need you.

Guess what? (What?) I'm having more fun, (Yeah!)
And now that were done, (Oh!)
I'm gonna show you tonight, (Hey!)
I'm alright, (Hey!) I'm just fine, (Hey)
And you're a tool so

So what? (What?) I am a rockstar, (Yeah!)
I got my rock moves, (Oh!)
And I don't want you tonight.

(Hey!) No-oh (Hey!) No-oh (Hey!)
No I don't want you tonight! (Hey!)
No, I'm alright, (Hey!)
Yeah, I'm just fine, (Hey!)
And you're a tool so-
So what! (Hey!) Ohh Yeaahh (Hey!)
Oh (Hey!) Oh (Hey!) (Hey!)





So I don't need you tonight.
No. No. No. No way!

Overall Meaning

The song "So What" by Chipmunks & Chipettes is an anthem of empowerment and independence. The lyrics depict a scenario where the singer has recently broken up with their boyfriend and is feeling liberated from the relationship. The repetition of "na, na, na" creates a sense of freedom and carefreeness, as if the singer is shrugging off the past.


The first verse reveals that the singer's boyfriend is no longer in the picture and they have decided not to support him financially anymore. This decision represents a newfound assertiveness and a willingness to take control of their own life. The chorus emphasizes the singer's rockstar persona and their refusal to let the breakup bring them down. They celebrate their own strength and resilience, expressing that they don't need their ex-partner to have fun or feel fulfilled.


The second verse introduces a situation where the singer has their table taken by someone else, symbolizing the loss of their place in the relationship. They seek solace with Simon, suggesting that they appreciate honesty and authenticity, qualities that were lacking in their previous relationship. The bridge highlights a sense of disappointment and betrayal, expressing that the ex-partner was never really there for the singer and didn't deserve their loyalty.


Overall, "So What" is an anthem of self-empowerment and resilience, portraying a protagonist who is ready to embrace their independence and live life on their own terms.


Line by Line Meaning

Na, na, na, na, na, na, na
Expressing a catchy, repetitive melody to set the tone of the song.


I guess I just lost my boyfriend,
I believe that I have ended my relationship with my boyfriend.


I don't know where he went.
I have no knowledge of his whereabouts.


So I'm gonna spend my money,
As a result, I will use my finances for my own enjoyment.


I'm not gonna pay his rent.
I refuse to be responsible for his housing expenses.


I've got a brand new attitude,
There is a significant shift in my mindset and demeanor.


And I'm gonna wear it tonight,
I intend to showcase this new attitude proudly.


I wanna get in trouble,
I desire to engage in activities that may lead to negative outcomes.


I wanna start a fight.
I crave confrontation and conflict.


So, So what? (What?) I'm still a rockstar! (Yeah!)
Despite the challenges I face, I maintain my self-identity as a confident and talented individual.


I got my rock moves, (Oh!)
I possess the skills and style associated with rock music.


And I don't need you.
I do not depend on you for my happiness or success.


Guess what? (What?) I'm having more fun, (Yeah!)
In fact, I am currently experiencing a greater level of enjoyment and fulfillment.


And now that were done, (Oh!)
Now that our relationship has concluded,


I'm gonna show you tonight, (Hey!)
I am determined to demonstrate my resilience and strength to you.


I'm alright, (Hey!) I'm just fine, (Hey)
I assure you that I am emotionally and mentally stable, despite the circumstances.


And you're a tool so-
Furthermore, I consider you to be foolish and manipulative.


The waiter just took my table,
To exacerbate matters, the server assigned someone else to my reserved seating.


And gave it to David Seville.
Instead, my place was given to someone named David Seville.


I guess I'll go sit with Simon
Consequently, I will join Simon for company.


At least he is keeping it real.
Thankfully, Simon remains authentic and true in his actions.


What if this songs on the radio?
Consider the possibility of this song being played on the radio.


Then somebody's gonna cry,
In such a scenario, it is likely that someone will become emotional and shed tears.


I'm going to get in trouble,
As a result, I will face repercussions or consequences.


Alvin will start a fight.
Alvin, one of the chipmunks, will initiate a conflict or confrontation.


So, So what? (What?) I'm still a rockstar! (Yeah!)
Despite the potential negative outcomes, I maintain my self-identity as a talented and confident individual.


We're all gonna get in a fight!
In fact, all of us will actively participate in the upcoming conflict.


You weren't there, you never were
You were absent, both physically and emotionally, on multiple occasions.


You want it all, but that's not fair
Your desire for complete control and ownership is unjust and unreasonable.


I gave you life, I gave my all,
I provided you with life and devoted my entire self to our relationship.


You weren't there, you let me fall!
Yet, when I needed support, you abandoned me and allowed me to stumble and fail!


No. No. No. No way!
An emphatic rejection or refusal to comply with your demands or expectations.


No, I'm alright, (Hey!)
I want to emphasize my emotional well-being and stability.


Yeah, I'm just fine, (Hey!)
Indeed, I am perfectly content and satisfied.


And you're a tool so-
Additionally, I consider you to be foolish and manipulative.


So what! (Hey!) Ohh Yeaahh (Hey!)
Regardless, my self-identity and confidence remain unchanged.


Oh (Hey!) Oh (Hey!) (Hey!)
Expressing a vocal interjection or exclamation to highlight the rebellious and defiant tone of the song.


So I don't need you tonight.
Concluding that I do not require your presence or support for the current evening.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Max Martin, Alicia Moore, Johan Karl Schuster

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