Truth Hurts
KIDZ BOP Kids Lyrics


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Why're you great 'til you gotta be great?
Woo!
I just took a DNA test, turns out I'ma 100% that kid
Even when I'm crying crazy
Yeah, I got some problems, that's the human in me
Bling bling, then I solve 'em, that's the goddess in me
You coulda had a good friend, non-committal
Help you with your career just a little
You're 'posed to hold me down, but you're holding me back
And that's the sound of me not calling you back
Why're you great 'til you gotta be great?
Don't text me, tell it straight to my face
Best friend sat me down in the salon chair
Shampoo press, get you out of my hair
Fresh photos with the bomb lighting
New ones, like the Minnesota Vikings
Truth hurts, needed something more exciting

Bom bom bi dom bi dum bum bay
You tried to break my heart?
Oh, that breaks my heart
That you thought you ever had it
No, you ain't from the start
Hey, I'm glad you're back with your friends
I mean, who would ever hide this?
I will never, ever, ever, ever, ever want it like that
I put the sing in single
Ain't worried 'bout a ring on my finger
So you can tell your friend, "shoot your shot" when you see 'em
It's okay, he already knows my feelings

Why're you great 'til you gotta be great? ('Til you gotta be great)
Don't text me, tell it straight to my face (tell it straight to my face)
Best friend sat me down in the salon chair (down in the salon chair)
Shampoo press, get you out of my hair
Fresh photos with the bomb lighting (bomb lighting)
New ones, like the Minnesota Vikings (Minnesota Vikings)
Truth hurts, needed something more exciting (yee)

Bom bom bi dom bi dum bum bay (eh, yeah, yeah, yeah)
I'ma call you back in a minute (yeah, yeah)
I don't play tag, yeah, I been it (one time)
We don't deal with lies (two times), we don't do goodbyes (woo)
We just keep it pushing like ay-ay-ay
Why're you great 'til they gotta be great? ('Til you gotta be great)
Don't text me, tell it straight to my face (tell it straight to my face)
Best friend sat me down in the salon chair (down in the salon chair)
Shampoo press, get you out of my hair
Fresh photos with the bomb lighting (bomb lighting)
New ones, like the Minnesota Vikings (Minnesota Vikings)
Truth hurts, needed something more exciting (Yee)
Bom bom bi dom bi dum bum bay (eh, yeah, yeah, yeah)
With the bomb lighting




Minnesota Vikings
Yee, eh, yeah, yeah, yeah

Overall Meaning

The song "Truth Hurts" by KIDZ BOP Kids is a truthful and raw song that talks about the difficulties of relationships and highlights the need for self-love and self-worth. The opening lines question why people act like they are great until they are put to the test. The lyrics then go on to describe the singer's journey of self-discovery and realizing that they are 100% themselves, even with their flaws and problems. The lyrics "bling bling, then I solve 'em, that's the goddess in me" allude to the idea that the singer is capable of finding solutions to their problems, both internal and external.


The chorus of the song repeats the question, "why're you great 'til you gotta be great?" which emphasizes the need for authenticity and true character. The line "best friend sat me down in the salon chair, shampoo press, get you out of my hair" is a symbol of the singer letting go of toxic relationships and prioritizing self-care. The verse "I put the sing in single, ain't worried 'bout a ring on my finger" showcases the idea of self-love and the importance of not chasing societal expectations in relationships.


Line by Line Meaning

Why're you great 'til you gotta be great?
Why do you act like everything is fine until you're forced to face the truth?


Woo!
Expression of excitement or enthusiasm


I just took a DNA test, turns out I'ma 100% that kid
I recently took a DNA test and discovered that I am unique and true to myself


Even when I'm crying crazy
Even in my most emotional moments


Yeah, I got some problems, that's the human in me
I have struggles and imperfections, but that's what makes me human


Bling bling, then I solve 'em, that's the goddess in me
I have the power to overcome my problems and handle them effectively


You coulda had a good friend, non-committal
You had the potential to be a supportive and loyal friend, but chose not to


Help you with your career just a little
I would have been willing to assist you in your professional endeavors to the best of my ability


You're 'posed to hold me down, but you're holding me back
You were supposed to support me, but your actions are limiting my progress


And that's the sound of me not calling you back
My lack of communication with you is the result of your negative impact on my life


Best friend sat me down in the salon chair
My best friend provided a safe and comforting space for me to work through my problems


Shampoo press, get you out of my hair
I am taking steps to remove you and your negativity from my life


Fresh photos with the bomb lighting
New pictures that are perfectly lit


New ones, like the Minnesota Vikings
New pictures that look as good as the Minnesota Vikings football team


Truth hurts, needed something more exciting
The truth can be painful, sometimes I need something fun and exciting to distract me from it


Bom bom bi dom bi dum bum bay
Nonsense syllables uttered for rhythmic effect


You tried to break my heart?
Did you really think you had the ability to hurt me?


Oh, that breaks my heart
That thought is disappointing and unfortunate


That you thought you ever had it
The idea that you had some sort of emotional control over me is false


No, you ain't from the start
You never had a chance with me


Hey, I'm glad you're back with your friends
I'm happy that you're in a better place surrounded by supportive people


I mean, who would ever hide this?
Who would want to keep this amazing personality hidden?


I will never, ever, ever, ever, ever want it like that
I will never want a relationship that involves manipulation, control, or negativity


I put the sing in single
I enjoy being single and embrace it by focusing on myself and my passions


Ain't worried 'bout a ring on my finger
I don't feel the pressure to conform to societal expectations of finding a partner and getting married


So you can tell your friend, "shoot your shot" when you see 'em
You can suggest to your friend to pursue me romantically, but I'm not interested


It's okay, he already knows my feelings
I have been honest and transparent with the person I am interested in


I'ma call you back in a minute
I will return your call or message shortly


I don't play tag, yeah, I been it
I'm not interested in playing childish games of cat and mouse, I've been through it before


We don't deal with lies, we don't do goodbyes
I value honesty and openness in relationships, and do not feel the need for dramatic goodbyes


We just keep it pushing like ay-ay-ay
We move on from negative experiences and carry on with our lives


With the bomb lighting
With perfectly lit photos


Minnesota Vikings
Referring to new pictures that look as good as the Minnesota Vikings football team


Yee, eh, yeah, yeah, yeah
Expression of excitement or enthusiasm




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jesse St John, Melissa Viviane Jefferson, Ricky Reed, Steven Cheung

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