Julia Carin Cavazos (born November 13, 1993 in Davenport, Iowa), known by h… Read Full Bio ↴Julia Carin Cavazos (born November 13, 1993 in Davenport, Iowa), known by her stage name Julia Michaels, is an American singer and songwriter. She has written several popular songs that have been recorded by the likes of Selena Gomez, Demi Lovato, Fifth Harmony, Shawn Mendes, Britney Spears, Justin Bieber, Hailee Steinfeld, and Gwen Stefani.

In 2017, she decided to try singing her own songs and released her debut single Issues. The song peaked at number 11 on the Billboard Chart, was certified triple-platinum and got her 2 Grammy Award nominations. After releasing her debut album "Nervous System" in 2017, Julia was the opening act for the European dates of Niall Horan’s Flicker World Tour in 2018.

She has also collaborated on songs with various major artists, such as Niall Horan, Noah Kahan, James Bay, Justin Bieber, 5 Seconds of Summer, LANY, Trippie Redd, LAUV, Kygo, RL Grime, Maroon 5, Shawn Mendes, Rita Ora, Clean Bandit, Keith Urban, Jordan Davis, JP Saxe and Selena Gomez.

Futuristic
Julia Michaels Lyrics

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Am bored with your life
No phone, no joke
Hang on for a bumpy ride
(Ah, ah, ah)
Feelin' empty inside
Hold on so tight
We're gonna make it right

So if you want
Slide them (?) to it
Don't be afraid to
Break the rules, just do it
Yeah, eh, eh
You getcha feelin' alive
So hot, you gotta blow it out tonight (blow it out tonight)

I got a
I got a perfect solution
What do you say?
Let's start a revolution

Futuristic
Never seen it before
Futuristic
Gettin' ready for more
Out with the old, in with the new
Oh, oh, futuristic
Futuristic
You're lookin' so fly
Futuristic
And it's here to be mine
Out with the old, in with the new

Oh, oh, futuristic (okay)
Futuristic, future futuristic

Anything that you want, that you need
In a blink
You're such a screen
(Tap, tap, tap)
Imagine an electric-type of feelin'
Kinda like dancin' on the ceilin'
Yeah

I got a
I got a perfect solution
What do you say?
Let's start a revolution

Futuristic
Never seen it before
Futuristic
Gettin' ready for more
Out with the old, in with the new
Oh, oh, futuristic (uh-huh)
Futuristic
You're lookin' so fly
Futuristic
And it's here to be mine
Out with the old, in with the new

Oh, oh, futuristic
Futuristic, future futuristic

Natalic, phonetic
Like I'm in love with new gadgets (that's right)
You see, the faster the better (okay)
And money don't matter
That's how I'm livin' my life
'Cause I, I, I
I gotta have it (have have have have it)
I've gotta have it (have have have have it)
So let me have it

Futuristic
Never seen it before
Futuristic
Gettin' ready for more
Out with the old, in with the new
Oh, oh, futuristic
Futuristic
You're lookin' so fly
Futuristic
And it's here to be mine
Out with the old, in with the new

Oh, oh, futuristic (okay)
Futuristic, future futuristic

Futuristic, future futuristic
Futuristic, future futuristic

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Julia Michaels’s song “Futuristic” describe a desire to break free from the mundane and embrace the new and exciting, to live life in a way that incorporates innovative gadgets, electric feelings, and fast-paced living. The opening lines express boredom with the current state of affairs, urging the listener to hold on tight for a thrilling ride. The chorus is all about change, using the repetition of “out with the old, in with the new” to demonstrate a complete overhaul of the current circumstances.

The second verse emphasizes the urgency to explore and pursue life with electricity and excitement. The bridge addresses the concept of “needing” the things that make life feel new and cutting edge, desiring to have it all and to live life at the forefront of innovation. Overall, the lyrics of “Futuristic” encourage the listener to break the rules and begin a revolution, celebrating the potential of what the future holds - and taking steps to help create that future.

Line by Line Meaning

Am bored with your life
I am tired of your mundane routine

No phone, no joke
There is no time to waste without distractions

Hang on for a bumpy ride
Prepare yourself for a wild and unpredictable journey

Feelin' empty inside
Experiencing a lack of purpose or fulfillment

Hold on so tight
Keep a firm grip on what really matters

We're gonna make it right
We have the power to turn things around and create a positive outcome

Slide them (?) to it
Go ahead and take the risk to achieve your desires

Don't be afraid to
Do not let fear hold you back from trying something new or unconventional

Break the rules, just do it
Go against the norm and follow your own path

You getcha feelin' alive
You will feel invigorated and exuberant

So hot, you gotta blow it out tonight (blow it out tonight)
You must let your energy out and have a wild and memorable night

I got a perfect solution
I have a brilliant idea to solve our problems

What do you say?
Are you willing to take a chance and join me in my plan?

Let's start a revolution
Let us create something revolutionary and groundbreaking

Futuristic, Never seen it before
Innovative and unheard of in the past

Gettin' ready for more, out with the old, in with the new
Preparing for further advancements and leaving older, outdated ways behind

You're lookin' so fly
You appear to be stylish and trendy

And it's here to be mine
I want to obtain and possess the futuristic lifestyle

Anything that you want, that you need
You can obtain anything you desire

In a blink, You're such a screen
You can quickly access and visualize any information you need

Imagine an electric-type of feelin', Kinda like dancin' on the ceilin'
A powerful and electrified sensation comparable to the thrill of dancing on the ceiling

Natalic, phonetic, Like I'm in love with new gadgets (that's right)
A fascination with and admiration for novel and technological devices

You see, the faster the better
The faster and more efficient something is, the more desirable it becomes

And money don't matter
Money is not a priority or concern in the pursuit of a futuristic lifestyle

That's how I'm livin' my life
This is the mindset and lifestyle I have chosen for myself

'Cause I, I, I, I gotta have it (have have have have it)
I am determined and focused on obtaining the futuristic lifestyle

So let me have it
Allow me to acquire and embrace the futuristic way of life

Futuristic, future futuristic
A continual and evolving advancement into the future through technological innovation

Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Joleen Belle, Julia Cavazos, Svare Joachim

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