Champion
Fall Out Boy Ft RM Lyrics


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(Champion, champion)

Yo, should I be a star? baby, I think I already, yo
Not a saint, not that great, feel like I was born in a car
In ninety-four, the world started me and I've been driving
Sometimes a man just can't open his car, and
Ain't gotta be somebody, be anybody
Rather be anybody than live in a dead body
If you can't see me then find a helicopter
In the night sky, shine like a star

And I'm back with a madness
I'm a champion of the people who don't believe in champions
I got nothing but dreams inside
I got nothing but dreams

I'm just young enough to still believe, still believe
But young enough not to know what to believe in
Young enough not to know what to believe in

If I can live through this
If I can live through this
If I can live through this
I can do anything
If I can live through this
If I can live through this
If I can live through this
I can do anything

Champion, champion
Champion, champion

I got rage every day, on the inside
The only thing I do is sit around and kill time
I'm trying to blow out the pilot light, I'm trying to blow out the light

I'm just young enough to still believe, still believe
But young enough not to know what to believe in
Young enough not to know what to believe

If I can live through this
If I can live through this
If I can live through this
I can do anything
If I can live through this
If I can live through this
If I can live through this
I can do anything

Have you ever felt how hard it is to be anybody?
To be living, to be breathing, not choosing a dead body
Remember, the man told me that this life is a party
Yeah, all the glory's so short, you should put away the garbages
Normal ain't normal, ordinary is a luxury
People say "woo, pessimism" what the other mean?
If you wanna understand, you stand under
This shit is vital, respect to the mothers and fathers
What's wrong with the life of a passenger
If somebody gotta lead, then I'mma be the messenger
I'm just too young, don't know what to believe in
But too young, you know, not to be living
I will stay, I will wait and I'll fall like a king
Even though I can forever ever be a king
I will marry this goddamn world, by my own
And put myself a goddamn ring

If I can live through this
If I can live through this
If I can live through this
I can do anything
I can do anything I can do anything, anything, yeah
If I can live through this
If I can live through, live through this

If I can live through this (if I can live through this)
If I can live through this (if I can live through)
If I can live through this (if I can live through this)
I can do anything (if I can live through this)
I can do anything (If I can live through this)
I can do anything (If I can live through this)
I can do anything





Champion, champion

Overall Meaning

The song "Champion" by Fall Out Boy and RM portrays a message of perseverance and determination in the face of adversity. The first verse is about feeling like an outcast, someone who was not meant to belong, and is struggling to find their purpose in the world. The chorus emphasizes the point that they are a champion, even if others do not believe in them. The second verse is about grappling with inner demons and fighting to conquer them. The final verse speaks to the idea of living life to the fullest and being a leader for others to follow. The song's message is one of resilience and pushing through hardships to come out victorious on the other end.


The song is a collaboration between the American band Fall Out Boy and South Korean rapper RM, also known as Rap Monster of the band BTS. RM's verse is entirely in Korean, but its inclusion in an English-language song showcases the growing impact of K-pop on the global music industry. "Champion" was released as a single in January 2018 and was later included on Fall Out Boy's seventh studio album, "Mania." The song garnered critical acclaim for its empowering lyrics and catchy chorus, as well as its unique collaboration between Western and Korean artists.


Line by Line Meaning

Yo, should I be a star? baby, I think I already, yo
The singer questions whether they should strive for fame, but ultimately feels that they are already a star.


Not a saint, not that great, feel like I was born in a car
The singer acknowledges their flaws and feels that they were not born with any special advantages in life.


In ninety-four, the world started me and I've been driving
The singer feels that their life began in 1994 and they have been in control of their own path ever since.


Sometimes a man just can't open his car, and
The artist uses a metaphor to express the difficulty of moving forward in life, even when it seems like a simple task.


Ain't gotta be somebody, be anybody
The artist emphasizes that it is not necessary to be famous or successful, but rather to simply exist and be oneself.


Rather be anybody than live in a dead body
The singer would rather be anyone, with all their flaws and imperfections, than live a life without any passion or purpose.


If you can't see me then find a helicopter
The singer suggests that their presence and significance is hard to ignore, and encourages others to look beyond the surface level to truly see them.


In the night sky, shine like a star
The artist visualizes themselves as a shining star in the dark sky, symbolizing their uniqueness and the light they bring to the world.


And I'm back with a madness
The artist refers to their past struggles and the intensity of their emotions as they come back stronger than ever.


I'm a champion of the people who don't believe in champions
The artist identifies with those who do not see themselves as successful, and claims to be a champion for them, inspiring them to see their own worth.


I got nothing but dreams inside
The singer acknowledges that they may not have material wealth or status, but they have aspirations and hopes for the future.


I'm just young enough to still believe, still believe
The artist expresses their youth and sense of wonder, holding onto their beliefs despite the challenges of life.


But young enough not to know what to believe in
The singer admits their uncertainty about their beliefs and the direction of their life, showing vulnerability and openness.


I got rage every day, on the inside
The singer reveals their inner turmoil and frustration, which fuels their drive and determination.


The only thing I do is sit around and kill time
The singer recognizes that they are wasting precious time and not being productive, highlighting their need for change and growth.


I'm trying to blow out the pilot light, I'm trying to blow out the light
The artist uses a metaphor of extinguishing a flame to symbolize their desire to escape the darkness they feel inside and find a brighter path.


If I can live through this
The artist expresses their determination to overcome their struggles and challenges, emphasizing the strength they possess within.


I can do anything
The singer reaffirms their belief in their own abilities and capacity to achieve their goals, despite any obstacles they may face.


Have you ever felt how hard it is to be anybody?
The singer poses a rhetorical question, highlighting the challenges of self-discovery and finding one's place in the world.


To be living, to be breathing, not choosing a dead body
The artist emphasizes the importance of living fully and authentically, rather than just existing and going through the motions of life.


Remember, the man told me that this life is a party
The artist recalls advice they were given about life being a celebration, and embraces this perspective.


Yeah, all the glory's so short, you should put away the garbages
The artist recognizes the fleeting nature of success and fame, and encourages others to let go of anything that does not bring them true fulfillment.


Normal ain't normal, ordinary is a luxury
The singer challenges the notion of what is considered normal or average, suggesting that even ordinary things can be precious and rare.


People say "woo, pessimism" what the other mean?
The artist questions the motive behind those who label others as pessimistic or negative, asking if they truly understand the message being conveyed.


If you wanna understand, you stand under
The singer advises that in order to truly comprehend someone or something, you must be willing to listen and learn from their perspective.


This shit is vital, respect to the mothers and fathers
The singer emphasizes the importance of family and ancestry, expressing gratitude and admiration for those who came before them.


What's wrong with the life of a passenger
The singer challenges the societal pressure to always be in control and asserts that there is nothing wrong with taking a backseat, observing and reflecting.


If somebody gotta lead, then I'mma be the messenger
The artist acknowledges their role as a messenger, delivering a message of hope and inspiration to those who need it most.


I will stay, I will wait and I'll fall like a king
The artist asserts their determination to persevere and overcome obstacles, even if it means experiencing failure or setbacks along the way.


Even though I can forever ever be a king
The singer acknowledges their own potential for greatness, but emphasizes that they are still human and subject to the same challenges and hardships as anyone else.


I will marry this goddamn world, by my own
The singer expresses their desire to fully embrace life and be one with the world around them, taking ownership of their existence.


And put myself a goddamn ring
The artist uses a metaphor to symbolize their commitment to themselves and their own growth and development.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Nam Jun Kim, Pete Wentz, Joe Trohman, Sia Kate Isobelle Furler, Jesse Shatkin, Andrew Hurley, Patrick Stump

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@fangirllyrics

apparently the lyric didn't go through but at 2:41, RM says "And put my self a goddamn ring"

@this_isally3567

fangirl lyrics I love your channel ❤️ you're so slept on!! But not for long !

@Super-ff9pr

fangirl lyrics OMG THIS IS REAL! YASSSS

@inekay9797

I was about to say ... THE KING HAS SPOKEN AND YOU ARE MISSING VITAL INFORMATION 😂😂thank you for this girl. One of the many legendary army’s who serve our fandom well 😇

@aprilbenosa6743

Isn't that supposed to be "and put myself a goddamn ring" referring to the line before it about marrying the world? I'm sorry this might be stupid but..

@inekay9797

April May tbh I thought it was “buy myself a Goodman ring” lmao if you stupid I’m a illiterate rock 😂

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@gabrielamembreno3073

RM lyrics always hit me like in this song when he said “have you ever felt how hard it is to be an anybody, to be living, to be breathing, not choosing a dead body”

@namu7868

Yeah

@waltertomaszewski1083

Gabriela Membreno That lyric brings to my mind Kim Jong-Hyun of SHINee, who died 2 years and a month ago. He just couldn’t handle it anymore. Rest easy, Bro. 😢😢😢

@waltertomaszewski1083

TwT Oh! I’’m sorry! <hugs ya, Pal>

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