Ernest Keith Smith, known mononymously as Ernest (stylized in ERNEST), is a… Read Full Bio ↴Ernest Keith Smith, known mononymously as Ernest (stylized in ERNEST), is an American country music singer. After writing songs for Morgan Wallen, Jake Owen, Florida Georgia Line, Thomas Rhett and Chris Lane, he signed a recording contract with Big Loud in 2019.

Ernest Keith Smith was born and raised in Nashville, Tennessee. He took an interest in hip hop music at an early age, citing the Space Jam soundtrack and a compact disc of Eminem songs given to him by a friend as his main influences. At age 19, he suffered a heart attack brought on by a viral infection, and developed a drug addiction while in college playing JUCO baseball. After recovering, he moved back to Nashville and began writing and recording songs, in the Bro Country style with Matt Royer, the brother of his now wife, who owned a recording studio. This association led to him co-writing the title track of Florida Georgia Line's 2016 album Dig Your Roots. The following year, recording under the mononym Ernest, he began to cut country rap singles: "Dopeman" and "Bad Boy".

In addition, Ernest began writing songs for Chris Lane and Jake Owen. This led to him signing a recording contract with Big Loud, the label to which both Owen and Lane are signed, in 2019. Concurrently, he began touring with Lane and Mason Ramsey later in the year. Ernest had further success as a songwriter in 2020 with Lane's "Big, Big Plans", Morgan Wallen's "More Than My Hometown", and Sam Hunt's "Breaking Up Was Easy in the 90s". He also released his first single for Big Loud, titled "Cheers". This was followed in 2021 by two more singles; the first was "American Rust", issued in June. It was followed in December by "Flower Shops", a duet with Wallen.

Ernest also host his own podcast titled Just Being Ernest, in which he talks to other musicians about the music industry. The podcast first started April 19, 2020.

Insane
Ernest Lyrics

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I go coco for your tequila soda kisses
Mm, yeah, I go loco, when you leave, baby, I'm in stitches
This is a little more than I bargained for, I know
It's the farthest I fell for sure

'Cause I feel that flame
When you pull me in the world fades away
When you say my name

Rolls off your tongue different every day
I ain't lost my mind like this here before
Whenever I ain't got all of you (all of you)
A couple screws get a lotta loose (lotta loose)
Ooh, I go a little insane (so insane, baby)
I go a little insane (so insane, baby)

Girl, you got that mojo, kinda vibe I can't put a name on
But I'ma need a lot more of your parade that can't get rained on
Mm, said I ain't been up this high before, I know
'Cause I ain't seen this many stars, oh no
Oh no

Yeah, I feel that flame
When you pull me in the world fades away
When you say my name
Rolls off your tongue different every day
I ain't lost my mind like this here before
Whenever I ain't got all of you (all of you)
A couple screws get a lotta loose (lotta loose)
Ooh, I go a little insane (so insane, baby)
I go a little insane (so insane, baby)

They call me crazy but I never care
What they gotta say, ooh 'cause
I'm so insane

Girl, I feel that flame
When you pull me in the world fades away
When you say my name
Rolls off your tongue different every day
I ain't lost my mind like this here before
Whenever I ain't got all of you (all of you)
A couple screws get a lotta loose (lotta loose)
Ooh, I go a little insane (so insane, baby)
I go a little insane (so insane, baby)

Ooh, I go a little insane (so insane, baby)
(So insane, baby)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Ernest's song "Insane" depict the feeling of being infatuated and deeply enamored with someone to the point of losing control and sanity. The singer describes their intense attraction to the person, comparing it to being intoxicated by the taste of tequila soda kisses. They feel crazy, or "loco," whenever this person leaves them, expressing that they are left feeling broken and vulnerable, as if stitches are needed to mend their heart.

The singer emphasizes the powerful impact this person has on them, stating that when they are together, the rest of the world fades away. The mention of the flame represents the passion and intensity of their connection. The mention of the person saying their name in different ways each day suggests that the relationship is unpredictable but exciting.

The chorus conveys the idea that the singer only experiences this level of madness when they don't have the person's full attention or affection. They feel incomplete, as if a part of them is "loose" or missing. The repetition of going "insane" highlights the overwhelming emotions they experience in the absence of this person.

In the second verse, the singer continues to express the extraordinary effect this person has on them. The use of the word "mojo" and the mention of a parade that can't be rained on indicates that this person brings a special kind of magic and positivity to their life. The singer acknowledges that they have never felt this high or seen this many stars before, emphasizing the unparalleled nature of their connection.

The bridge indicates a sense of resilience and self-assurance despite being labeled as crazy by others. The singer asserts that they do not let the opinions of others bother them, as their love and attraction for this person override any judgment or criticism directed at them.

Overall, "Insane" is a song that delves into the overwhelming emotions and infatuation one can experience when deeply attracted to another person. It explores the ecstasy, vulnerability, and unpredictability that come with falling in love.

Line by Line Meaning

I go coco for your tequila soda kisses
I am deeply infatuated with the taste of your kisses, which bring me joy and excitement.

Mm, yeah, I go loco, when you leave, baby, I'm in stitches
I become crazy and frantic when you are not around, feeling emotional distress and anxiety.

This is a little more than I bargained for, I know
This situation or relationship has exceeded my initial expectations, and I am aware of it.

It's the farthest I fell for sure
This is the deepest emotional connection I have ever experienced.

'Cause I feel that flame
Because I feel a strong passion or intense attraction towards you.

When you pull me in the world fades away
When you draw me closer, everything else becomes insignificant or unimportant.

When you say my name
The way you pronounce my name has a different and unique impact on me every time.

Rolls off your tongue different every day
The way you say my name changes subtly or significantly on a daily basis.

I ain't lost my mind like this here before
I have never felt so overwhelmed or mentally consumed like I am feeling now.

Whenever I ain't got all of you (all of you)
Whenever I don't have your complete presence or attention.

A couple screws get a lotta loose (lotta loose)
A few of the rational or stable aspects of my mind become unhinged or unsteady.

Ooh, I go a little insane (so insane, baby)
I experience a level of madness or irrationality due to my strong feelings towards you.

Girl, you got that mojo, kinda vibe I can't put a name on
You possess a special energy or aura that I find difficult to describe or label.

But I'ma need a lot more of your parade that can't get rained on
I desire a greater amount of your joyful and lively presence, untouchable by negativity or obstacles.

Mm, said I ain't been up this high before, I know
I have never experienced such elation or euphoria as I am currently experiencing with you.

'Cause I ain't seen this many stars, oh no
I have never encountered so much beauty or brightness in my life.

Yeah, I feel that flame
Yes, I feel that intense passion or desire.

They call me crazy but I never care
Others may label me as insane, but I am unaffected by their opinion or judgment.

What they gotta say, ooh 'cause
I am not bothered by what they have to say about me because

I'm so insane
I am incredibly and uncontrollably infatuated with you.

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, O/B/O DistroKid, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jacob Robert Durrett, Ernest Keith Smith

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