Royals
Lorde feat. The Weeknd Lyrics
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I cut my teeth on wedding rings in the movies
And I'm not proud of my address, in the torn up town
No post code envy
But every song's like gold teeth, Grey Goose, trippin' in the bathroom
Bloodstains, ball gowns, trashin' the hotel room
We don't care, we're driving Cadillacs in our dreams
Jet planes, islands, tigers on a gold leash
We don't care, we aren't caught up in your love affair
And we'll never be royals
It don't run in our blood
That kind of lux just ain't for us
We crave a different kind of buzz
Let me be your ruler, you can call me Queen B
And baby I'll rule (I'll rule I'll rule I'll rule)
Let me live that fantasy
My friends and I we've cracked the code
We count our dollars on the train to the party
And everyone who knows us knows that we're fine with this
We didn't come from money
But every song's like gold teeth, Grey Goose, trippin' in the bathroom
Bloodstains, ball gowns, trashin' the hotel room
We don't care, we're driving Cadillacs in our dreams
But everybody's like Cristal, Maybach, diamonds on your timepiece
Jet planes, islands, tigers on a gold leash
We don't care, we aren't caught up in your love affair
And we'll never be royals
It don't run in our blood
That kind of lux just ain't for us
We crave a different kind of buzz
Let me be your ruler, you can call me Queen B
And baby I'll rule (I'll rule I'll rule I'll rule)
Let me live that fantasy
(Ooh ooh oh)
We're bigger than we ever dreamed, and I'm in love with being queen
(Ooh ooh oh)
Life is great without a care
We aren't caught up in your love affair
And we'll never be royals
It don't run in our blood
That kind of lux just ain't for us
We crave a different kind of buzz
Let me be your ruler, you can call me Queen B
And baby I'll rule (I'll rule I'll rule I'll rule)
Let me live that fantasy
The lyrics to Lorde's hit song "Royals" are an exploration of the dichotomy between the rich and famous and regular people. The opening lines, "I've never seen a diamond in the flesh, I cut my teeth on wedding rings in the movies," show how the singer is not impressed by material goods and is aware of the inauthenticity propagated by the media. She goes on to describe the lavish lifestyles of the rich and famous that are depicted in popular songs and culture, such as "Cristal, Maybach, diamonds on your timepiece" and "jet planes, islands, tigers on a gold leash." The singer, however, does not feel the same pull towards these things and is content with her life as it is.
The chorus, "And we'll never be royals, it don't run in our blood, that kind of lux just ain't for us, we crave a different kind of buzz," expresses this sentiment clearly. The singer recognizes that the world is full of people who are enamored with the life of luxury, but for some, it's just not in their nature. They seek out a different kind of fulfillment, and that's what they live for.
Overall, the song serves as a commentary on the modern-day obsession with fame, fortune, and material goods, and on how it's okay to not aspire to that lifestyle. It encourages the listener to appreciate what they have and to live a life that truly makes them happy, regardless of what society deems important.
Line by Line Meaning
I've never seen a diamond in the flesh
I have not seen a real diamond before in person.
I cut my teeth on wedding rings in the movies
I have learned about love and relationships from watching romantic films.
And I'm not proud of my address, in the torn up town
I am not happy about where I come from, as it is a poor and run-down area.
No post code envy
I do not covet the expensive and exclusive neighborhoods that have their own postal codes.
But every song's like gold teeth, Grey Goose, trippin' in the bathroom
The popular music scene is full of references to flashy and expensive items, parties, and drugs.
Bloodstains, ball gowns, trashin' the hotel room
People in the spotlight often live out their lives in a wild and reckless manner, leading to damaged clothing and property.
We don't care, we're driving Cadillacs in our dreams
We do not let our circumstances limit our imagination or our aspirations, dreaming of luxuries such as Cadillacs.
But everybody's like Cristal, Maybach, diamonds on your timepiece
The glamorous lifestyle is characterized by items such as high-end champagne, luxury cars, and expensive watches.
Jet planes, islands, tigers on a gold leash
The ultimate in extravagance includes things like private jets, entire islands, and even owning exotic animals as pets.
We don't care, we aren't caught up in your love affair
We are not interested in the romantic affairs of the wealthy and famous, and are content to live our own lives as we wish.
And we'll never be royals
We do not come from royal bloodlines and will never be part of the exclusive club of the nobility.
It don't run in our blood
Being royalty or having a privileged upbringing is not something that is inherent to us – it is not part of our heritage or lineage.
That kind of lux just ain't for us
The lifestyle of the wealthy and luxurious is not something we are interested in or can afford.
We crave a different kind of buzz
We desire a different kind of excitement or pleasure than what money and material possessions can provide.
Let me be your ruler, you can call me Queen B
I want to be the one who makes decisions and takes charge, and you can address me as your queen.
And baby I'll rule (I'll rule I'll rule I'll rule)
I will take control and be in charge of my own life.
Let me live that fantasy
I want to live out my dreams and desires, even if they are just fantasies.
My friends and I we've cracked the code
My friends and I have figured out the secret to happiness and success in our lives.
We count our dollars on the train to the party
We keep track of our money and are mindful of our spending, even as we enjoy ourselves and attend social events.
And everyone who knows us knows that we're fine with this
Our friends and acquaintances are aware that we are happy with our lives and our financial situation.
We didn't come from money
We did not grow up in wealthy families or inherit any money or property.
We're bigger than we ever dreamed, and I'm in love with being queen
We have achieved more success and personal growth than we ever thought possible, and I enjoy being the one in charge.
Life is great without a care
We are happy and content with our lives, without any worries or stresses.
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Ella Marija La Yelich O'Connor, Joel Little
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Jon Spotts
i like it. like the original and like the way The Weeknd added his particular style. not trying to overpower just enhance. great vibe.
Sena Hare
Christian Spotts I really like this remix.
Paresh Mokani
The tune of remix adds a touch. Regards
KIWIgirl2014
I like both versions of the song. Thumbs up for The Weeknd for a great remix!
Adarsh Jha
as a huge weeknd fan i am embarassed i just found this , it's amazing
Liam Cooney
Still sounding fresh after all these years.
The Floor is Lava
Its (The Weeknd Remix), not (Feat. The Weeknd), so why people are expecting him to lay down any more vocals i've no idea. Amazing track.
Sunny D
Evan Wynn this paragraph was unnecessary
Mauly Dieng
@Evan Wynn He did for his remix of Florence+The Machine's Shake It Out. He didn't sing at all in it. Still great. He considers himself as much as a producer as a singer, I think
Evan Wynn
@Mauly Dieng yeah thats true and there’s that lady Gaga song he did a remix for too