Nobody
Eliza Doolittle Lyrics


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I could be A, I could be C
Multiple choice I don't want to be
All the above don't fit in with me
Not with me

'Cause nobody cares and nobody loves
That somebody does what nobody does
And everyone follows them just because
Of the bus

I'm gonna be what I want
Instead of being what I'm not
Maybe it's not enough
Then I want none of it

What's wrong with bein' a nobody?
That nobody knows and has nobodies
And I should know 'cause I am one of these
Happy to blend and I really am honestly

The whole world's tryin' to be somebody
Kickin' themselves 'bout what could've been
What's wrong with bein' a nobody?
I'm not pretendin' I am what I'll never be

I walk in a lake, walk up the wall
I'm no Messiah, I'm nothin' at all
Compared to the greatest people I see
I'm just me

Am I makin' a change, I don't have a clue
Maybe I can't 'cause I love what I do
Isn't a sign just fittin' somewhere else?
To a tune

I'm gonna be what I want
Instead of being what I'm not
Maybe it's not enough
Then I want none of it

What's wrong with bein' a nobody?
That nobody knows and has nobodies
And I should know 'cause I am one of these
Happy to blend and I really am honestly

The whole world is tryin' to be somebody
Kickin' themselves 'bout what could've been
What's wrong with bein' a nobody?
I'm not pretendin' I am what I'll never be

I'm gonna be what I want
I'm just playin' a part
And what my character does
Is not important, it just is
What it is, is what it is

Tu-tu, tu-tu-tu
Tu-tu-tu
Tu-tu-tu
Tu-tu-tu

What's wrong with bein' a nobody?
That nobody knows and has nobodies
And I should know 'cause I am one of these
Happy to blend and I really am honestly

The whole world is tryin' to be somebody
(What kind of nobody are you?)
Kickin' themselves 'bout what could've been
(What kind of nobody are you?)

What's wrong with bein' a nobody?
(What kind of nobody are you?)
I'm not pretendin' I am what I'll never be

What's wrong with bein' a nobody?
(What kind of nobody are you?)
That nobody knows and has nobodies
(What kind of nobody are you?)

And I should know 'cause I am one of these




(What kind of nobody are you?)
Happy to blend and I really am

Overall Meaning

The song "Nobody" by Eliza Doolittle is an anthem about loving oneself and being content with simply being oneself, even if it means being a nobody in the eyes of society. The song begins with the singer contemplating the options in her life and realizing that none of them fit her personality. She then ponders the idea of being a nobody, someone who is content with being themselves and not trying to impress others.


The chorus of the song emphasizes this message, with the singer repeating "What's wrong with being a nobody? That nobody knows and has nobodies." She expresses that she is happy to blend in and be true to herself, rather than trying to be someone she's not just to fit in with society's expectations.


The bridge of the song references the many people in the world who are constantly striving to be somebody and achieve greatness, and how they often end up disappointed. The singer acknowledges that she may not be making a big impact or changing the world, but she is happy with what she is doing and who she is.


Overall, "Nobody" is a powerful message of self-love and acceptance, encouraging listeners to find happiness within themselves and not try to live up to society's standards.


Line by Line Meaning

I could be A, I could be C
I could fit into various boxes labeled 'A' or 'C', but that wouldn't be true to who I am.


Multiple choice I don't want to be
I don't want to be limited to predefined choices.


All the above don't fit in with me
None of the standard options capture my individuality.


Not with me
I refuse to conform to societal norms that don't align with my identity.


'Cause nobody cares and nobody loves
Society doesn't care or love people who don't fit into predefined categories.


That somebody does what nobody does
People who go against the norm often go unnoticed and unrecognized.


And everyone follows them just because
People often follow what's popular or trendy, without thinking for themselves.


Of the bus
Without questioning why they're doing it.


I'm gonna be what I want
I refuse to be constrained by societal expectations.


Instead of being what I'm not
I won't try to fit into a preconceived mold that doesn't fit me.


Maybe it's not enough
My choice may not be accepted or appreciated by others.


Then I want none of it
If I can't be true to myself, I won't pretend otherwise.


What's wrong with bein' a nobody?
What's wrong with not fitting into predetermined categories?


That nobody knows and has nobodies
Being a nobody means not being well-known or popular, which is not a bad thing.


And I should know 'cause I am one of these
I'm content with being a nobody.


Happy to blend and I really am honestly
I'm comfortable blending in, and I honestly prefer it that way.


The whole world's tryin' to be somebody
Many people are striving to fit into preconceived roles, rather than being themselves.


Kickin' themselves 'bout what could've been
Many people regret not following their own path in life and wonder what might've been.


What's wrong with bein' a nobody?
Why is it bad to not conform to societal expectations?


I'm not pretendin' I am what I'll never be
I won't pretend to be someone or something I'm not.


I walk in a lake, walk up the wall
I don't have any special powers or abilities.


I'm no Messiah, I'm nothin' at all
I'm not special or significant in any particular way.


Compared to the greatest people I see
When compared to people who have achieved great things, I don't measure up.


I'm just me
I'm just an ordinary person with no special talents or abilities.


Am I makin' a change, I don't have a clue
I'm not sure if I'm making any significant impact on the world.


Maybe I can't 'cause I love what I do
Even if I'm not making a big difference, I still enjoy what I'm doing.


Isn't a sign just fittin' somewhere else?
Maybe what others see as my weakness or failure is simply a sign that I belong somewhere else.


To a tune
To a predefined rhythm or beat.


I'm gonna be what I want
I will continue to pursue my own path.


I'm just playin' a part
I'm not trying to be anyone else, just myself, even if it means playing a less significant role.


And what my character does
What I do in life doesn't define who I am as a person.


Is not important, it just is
What's important is that I'm being true to myself, regardless of what I'm doing.


What's wrong with bein' a nobody?
Why does society look down on those who don't conform to preconceived roles?


That nobody knows and has nobodies
Being a nobody doesn't mean I'm insignificant or unimportant.


And I should know 'cause I am one of these
I'm content with being a nobody.


Happy to blend and I really am honestly
I'm comfortable blending in, and I honestly prefer it that way.


The whole world is tryin' to be somebody
Many people are striving to fit into preconceived roles, rather than being themselves.


(What kind of nobody are you?)
What kind of nobody are you?


Kickin' themselves 'bout what could've been
Many people regret not following their own path in life and wonder what might've been.


(What kind of nobody are you?)
What kind of nobody are you?


What's wrong with bein' a nobody?
Why is it bad to not conform to societal expectations?


(What kind of nobody are you?)
What kind of nobody are you?


That nobody knows and has nobodies
Being a nobody doesn't mean I'm insignificant or unimportant.


(What kind of nobody are you?)
What kind of nobody are you?


And I should know 'cause I am one of these
I'm content with being a nobody.


(What kind of nobody are you?)
What kind of nobody are you?




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: LAUREN CHRISTIE, ELIZA DOOLITTLE, GREG KURSTIN

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