Starting out as a hip-hop producer at the age of 13, Dapperton made the switch to his current sound after a serious hospitalisation and the failure of his laptop.
Pairing infectious, nostalgia-laden tunes with high-concept filmclips, lauded for their high-concept cinematic execution, has proven to be a recipe for success. Blowing up through 2017, with two EPs dropped, and fans and the press alike taking notice, Dapperton's future looks bright.
World Class Cinema
Gus Dapperton Lyrics
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Your favorite kind of show
My baby already plays me every time that I go
And I could be in the movies
And you can be Rose McGowan
I feel like I'm famous
Every time we're alone, every time we're alone
Just me, must see
Drama donna upon a masterpiece
So I stay, on screen
Mama wanted me a vanity
I know that I can make you move
And when your tongue is tied, I'll talk you through
My baby said, I like your point of view
I want to watch it too
I want to be in the movies
Your favorite kind of show
My baby already plays me every time that I go
And I could be in the movies
And you can be Rose McGowan
I feel like I'm famous
Every time we're alone, every time we're alone
Just me, TV
Entertain your hilarity
So I stay, on screen
Shaking baking you up out your seat
I know that I can make you move
And when your tongue is tied, I'll talk you through
My baby said, I like your point of view
I want to be in the movies
Your favorite kind of show
My baby already plays me every time that I go
And I could be in the movies
And you can be Rose McGowan
I feel like I'm famous
Every time we're alone, every time we're alone
And I could be
And I could be
And I could be
And you could be
Rose McGowan
The lyrics to Gus Dapperton's "World Class Cinema" express the desire to be in the movies, to be part of the world-class cinema, and to be famous through the art of film. The first verse starts with the singer expressing his desire to be in the movies, asking the listener to imagine him being in their favorite kind of show. He goes on to say how his lover already views him as a character in her life every time she thinks of him. He then goes on to mention that both he and his lover could be in the movies, with her playing the role of Rose McGowan - a famous actress known for her roles in "Charmed" and the movie "Scream."
In the second verse, Dapperton references himself as a "drama donna" and a "masterpiece," saying that he can make the audience move and talk them through when their "tongue is tied." He goes on to mention that his lover appreciates his point of view, and they both want to watch his imaginary movie together. Throughout the song, there is a recurring theme of wanting to be famous and the center of attention, and how being in the movies can make that happen.
To sum up, "World Class Cinema" is a song about the desire to be famous and the potential allure of being part of the world of cinema. It conveys a longing for the spotlight and the power that cinema can bring, but also touches on the personal connections and the appeal of being able to share a movie with a loved one.
Line by Line Meaning
I want to be in the movies
The artist expresses a desire to be a part of the film industry.
Your favorite kind of show
This refers to movies being one's preferred entertainment media.
My baby already plays me every time that I go
The artist's loved one identifies with him as an actor in movies, even in everyday life.
And I could be in the movies
The artist is confident that he has what it takes to make it in Hollywood.
And you can be Rose McGowan
The artist invites the listener to share his passion for film, casting the listener as the artist with a nod to actress Rose McGowan.
I feel like I'm famous / Every time we're alone, every time we're alone
Being alone with his romantic partner makes the artist feel like a celebrity.
Just me, must see / Drama donna upon a masterpiece / So I stay, on screen / Mama wanted me a vanity
The artist alludes to his theatrical nature and desire to entertain. This line also suggests that his theatrical inclinations are intrinsic, perhaps indulged by a family member.
I know that I can make you move / And when your tongue is tied, I'll talk you through / My baby said, I like your point of view / I want to watch it too
The artist is confident in his ability to create emotions and reactions in people through his performances. He speaks about his loved one's appreciation of his talents and how they share an interest in film.
Just me, TV / Entertain your hilarity / So I stay, on screen / Shaking baking you up out your seat
The artist wants to use his performances to provide the audience with an enjoyable experience that elicits a response, even from those who are usually unresponsive.
And I could be / And I could be / And I could be / And you could be / Rose McGowan
The artist reiterates the idea that he and the listener can share in the experience of watching movies and as an additional nod to actress Rose McGowan.
Contributed by Adalyn B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@elizabetsh4519
I wanna be in the movies
Your favorite kind of show
My baby already plays me
Everytime that I go
And I could be in the movies
And you could be rose mcgowan
I always feel like I'm famous
Everytime we're alone, every time we're alone
Just me
Must see
Drama donna upon a masterpiece
So I stay
On screen
Mama wanted me a vanity
I know that I can make you move
And when your tongue is tied I'll talk you through
My baby said I like your point of view
I wanna watch it too
Just me
TV
Entertaining your hilarity
So I stay
On screen
Shaking baking you up out your seat
I know that I can make you move
And when your tongue is tied I'll talk you through
My baby said I like your point of view
I wanna watch it too
I wanna be in the movies
Your favorite kind of show
My baby already plays me
Everytime that I go
And I could be in the movies
And you could be rose mcgowan
I always feel like I'm famous
Everytime we're alone, every time we're alone
And I could be
And I could be
And I could be
And you could be
Rose mcgowan
@bmnk967
LYRICS!
I want to be in the movies
Your favorite kind of show
My baby already plays me every time that I go
And I could be in the movies
And you can be Rose McGowan
I feel like I'm famous
Every time we're alone, every time we're alone
Just me, must see
Drama donna upon a masterpiece
So I stay, on screen
Mama wanted me a vanity
I know that I can make you move
And when your tongue is tied, I'll talk you through
My baby said, "I like your point of view"
I want to watch it too (Oooo)
I want to be in the movies
Your favorite kind of show
My baby already plays me every time that I go
And I could be in the movies
And you can be Rose McGowan
I feel like I'm famous
Every time we're alone, every time we're alone
Just me, TV
Entertain your hilarity
So I stay, on screen
Shaking baking you up out your seat
I know that I can make you move
And when your tongue is tied, I'll talk you through
My baby said, "I like your point of view"
I want to watch it too (Oooo)
I want to be in the movies
Your favorite kind of show
My baby already plays me every time that I go
And I could be in the movies
And you can be Rose McGowan
I feel like I'm famous
Every time we're alone, every time we're alone
And I could be
And I could be
And I could be
And you could be
Rose McGowan
@sergiarts
props to whoever is shooting all of this stuff because the photography and color grading of his videoclips are beyond cool
@haschio
sergiarts yeah true!
@newzajene
His name is Matthew Dillon Cohen and he has directed a few of gus' videos. He's great!
@sergiarts
thanks!
@EnvyP
It's the guy at the beginning that he's talking to, that's Gus's photographer/ videographer he also did the flamin hot Cheetos video for Clairo his IG is Itsbongoboy peep his shit his art style is next level
@carl-ew9gf
"fotography "
@TheDixforchix69
Gus is too underrated one day he’ll be known everywhere.. for his style in music and drip!
@babies4food675
YourCommonLoser fr people are already discovering cuco while the og fans have been listening to him since 2016
@babies4food675
YourCommonLoser exactly, i tried to get tickets for cuco but it sold out in like 3 days and i bet half the ppl who got it are bandwagons smfh
@Bob-hy9xg
please no!!!!!