A Smokey Room
Eliza Doolittle Lyrics


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You got your hair in a do
Yea 'cause that's so original
You got your Gucci bag too
Yea 'cause that's so original

Have you forgot yourself lately
I guess it don't matter if you got the right shades on
You got your hair in a do
Yea 'cause that's so original

Yea 'cause that's so original
Yea 'cause that's so original
You do the robot you do
Now everybody's going digital

But if you must know the truth
It's really not original
Have you forgotten your babies?
You really must remember not to leave them at the neighbors

You got your hair in a do
Yea 'cause that's so original
Yea cause that's so original
Yea cause that's so original

Underneath that skin you got to learn to let it in
Underneath that skin you got to learn to let it in
Yea 'cause that's so original
Yea 'cause that's so original





Yea 'cause that's so original
Yea 'cause that's so original

Overall Meaning

In Eliza Doolittle's song A Smokey Room, she critiques our obsession with being trendy and fitting in. The first verse of the song challenges the notion that following the latest fashion trends is original or unique, calling attention to the fact that everyone is trying to be the same. The second verse is even more pointed, as Doolittle mentions forgetting about our loved ones while we are busy chasing material possessions and trying to keep up with the latest trends.


The refrain "Yea 'cause that's so original" is dripping with sarcasm, highlighting the singer's belief that following the crowd is anything but original. Doolittle urges her listeners to connect with others on a deeper level, to "let it in" and not be afraid to be vulnerable.


Overall, A Smokey Room is a song that challenges our society's obsession with appearances and material possessions, urging listeners to focus on what's truly important in life.


Line by Line Meaning

You got your hair in a do
You've styled your hair in a trendy way that doesn't reflect your true personality


Yea 'cause that's so original
Sarcastically implying that following the latest trends isn't original at all


You got your Gucci bag too
You've spent a lot of money on a designer accessory just to fit in


Have you forgot yourself lately
Asking if you've lost touch with your true self and identity


I guess it don't matter if you got the right shades on
Implying that material possessions can mask one's inner struggles and insecurities


Yea 'cause that's so original
Repeating the sarcastic sentiment about following trends without any originality


You do the robot you do
Mocking someone's robotic and insincere behavior


Now everybody's going digital
Observing the shift toward artificial and superficial behavior in society


But if you must know the truth
Introducing a contrasting thought to challenge the status quo


It's really not original
Asserting that following trends is not a unique or personal statement


Have you forgotten your babies?
Suggesting that one's focus on material possessions has distracted them from important responsibilities


You really must remember not to leave them at the neighbors
Advising against neglecting one's maternal or familial duties


Underneath that skin you got to learn to let it in
Encouraging someone to be vulnerable and open about their true emotions and personality


Yea 'cause that's so original
Returning to the refrain to emphasize the insincerity of trendy behavior




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ELIZA CAIRD, CRAIG DODDS, JONATHAN SHARP

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