Two versions of his debut album, Ideas and Oh Dears, were released under the independent label Tired & Lonesome in 2005. One of them, bought from independent record stores, came with an additional mix CD, including various 'Carpet remixes and interludes.
Special
Kid Carpet Lyrics
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Kid Carpet's song "Special" is a commentary on the societal pressure to conform and be deemed "special" in order to be recognized and acknowledged. The opening line, "No one gives a shit if you're not special" sets the tone for the rest of the song, which examines the expectation that we must stand out in some way in order to be seen and heard. This pressure to be "special" can be suffocating and damaging to one's self-esteem and mental health.
As the song progresses, Kid Carpet illustrates the absurdity of the "specialness" culture when he sings, "You could spin around in a tutu, but it won't mean shit if it's not on YouTube." The line highlights how even the most outrageous and attention-grabbing acts are meaningless unless they are broadcast to the world and receive social media validation. Kid Carpet continues to critique the culture of individualism with lines like "We all want to be different, but don't we look the same?" underscoring how this pressure to be unique can ironically result in conformity and imitation.
Overall, "Special" offers a biting commentary on the societal expectations around being "special" and how they can be damaging.
Line by Line Meaning
No one gives a shit if you're not special
You won't receive any attention if you don't possess any exceptional qualities.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ANDRE YOUNG, MICHAEL FLOWERS, JAYCEON TAYLOR, MICHAEL ELIZONDO
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Mark Horton
Heard of Kid Carpet via the film 8 minutes idle. This is my new theme song.