Insecure
Ked Lyrics
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Are you really that insecure?
I thought you wanted to follow your dreams
You say, "I'm not one to talk
'Cause I always want attention from everyone
So I know I'm the best at what I do"
But that's just not true
So I can meet your dad
And tell him what a prick you turned out to be
And I, I just need some time to figure out what I want in life
You missed my opening night
What happened to that unconditional love?
You used to give me all the time
Didn't fall out of style
Leave me alone
I never want to talk to you again or see your face
Or hear your voice or pretend that you are my friend
But I wanna go back in time
So I can meet your dad
And tell him what a prick you turned out to be
I just need some time to figure out what I want in life
And I wanna go back in time
So I can meet your dad
And tell him what a prick you turned out to be
And you
You just need some time to figure out what you want in life
The opening lines of Ked's song "Insecure" question the singer's subject's sudden shift in attitude towards caring about other people's opinions. The subject's insecurity is questioned, which implies a possible inconsistency or duplicity in their earlier statements. The singer's understanding of the subject is also highlighted, as they thought the subject wanted to follow their dreams. Despite the subject's statement that they always want attention from everyone and that they are the best at what they do, the singer implies that this is not true.
The song also deals with pain and resentment in a relationship. The singer accuses the subject of missing their opening night and forgetting about the unconditional love they used to give. The subject has fallen out of style and the singer wants nothing to do with them anymore. There are also feelings of regret, as the singer wishes they could go back in time and meet the subject's father to tell him what a "prick" the subject turned out to be. The ending of the song offers a solution to the problems presented - the singer and the subject both need time to figure out what they want in life.
Line by Line Meaning
Since when are you one to care about what people think?
Why are you suddenly concerned with others’ opinions?
Are you really that insecure?
Do you lack self-assurance to such an extent?
I thought you wanted to follow your dreams
I believed you pursued your aspirations.
You say, "I'm not one to talk
'Cause I always want attention from everyone
So I know I'm the best at what I do"
But that's just not true
You claim you dislike attention-seeking, yet you crave it. Your confidence is unfounded.
But I wanna go back in time
So I can meet your dad
And tell him what a prick you turned out to be
And I, I just need some time to figure out what I want in life
I wish I could talk with your father and show him what kind of person you have become. As for me, I need to determine my goals.
You missed my opening night
What happened to that unconditional love?
You used to give me all the time
Didn't fall out of style
You were absent during my important event. What happened to your unwavering affection? Previously, you were always available.
Leave me alone
I never want to talk to you again or see your face
Or hear your voice or pretend that you are my friend
Please go away. I do not want any further communication or contact. I will not feign our friendship.
And you
You just need some time to figure out what you want in life
As for you, you require time to grasp your ambitions.
Contributed by Joshua J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.