Cigarettes
M.C. Hansen Lyrics
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Hmmmmm.. hmmmmm
Hmmmmm.. hmmmmm
It's so easy to say what you'd do 'cause you're not in my shoes
But if you were in my shoes tell me what would you do in my shoes
It's so easy to say what you'd do in my shoes
It's so easy to say what you'd do
But you're not in my shoes so you don't have the chance to prove
But you're not in my shoes so you don't have the chance to prove
That you mean what you say, my boo
Don't you mean what you say, my baby
Mean what you say, my boo
Mean what you say, my baby
Shawty bad like cigarettes
Shawty got a dollar sign silhouette
You prolly seen her 'cause she poppin' on the internet
We goin' through it but I don't want to get into that
Everything lil' baby said I remember that
All the good and the bad she remember that
You was always there when they were never there
And I always there when there was no one there
I don't want to fall in love with nobody else
Never met nobody this good for my health
But sometimes I be feeling like I'd be better off by myself
And doubt starts to creep in
I start seeing me alone
But then you call my phone
And suddenly I feel at home
It's so easy to say what you'd do 'cause you're not in my shoes
But if you were in my shoes tell me what would you do in my shoes
It's so easy to say what you'd do in my shoes
It's so easy to say what you'd do
But you're not in my shoes so you don't have the chance to prove
Easy to say what you'd do
But you're not in my shoes so you don't have the chance to prove
That you mean what you say, my boo
Don't you mean what you say, my baby
Mean what you say, my boo
Mean what you say, my baby
The lyrics to M.C. Hansen's song "Cigarettes" touch upon themes of empathy, understanding, and the complexities of relationships. The opening lines suggest that it is easy for others to judge or offer advice when they are not directly experiencing the situation themselves. The repetition of the phrase "It's so easy to say what you'd do" highlights this notion. The singer challenges the listener to imagine themselves in their shoes and asks what they would do in that situation, emphasizing the need for empathy and understanding.
The chorus introduces the metaphor of the "shawty," comparing her to cigarettes. This metaphor suggests that the person being referred to is addictive and potentially harmful, yet the singer still finds themselves drawn to her. The line "Shawty got a dollar sign silhouette" hints at her allure and fame, possibly indicating that she is involved in the entertainment industry. The reference to her presence on the internet suggests that she is popular and well-known.
The following lines touch upon the singer's memories of their time together and the impact they had on each other. The singer expresses gratitude for the person being mentioned, acknowledging their consistent support and presence when others were not there. However, there is also a hint of doubt and conflict within the relationship. The singer expresses a desire for independence and questions whether they would be better off alone. Nevertheless, when the person in question reaches out, the singer feels a sense of belonging and comfort. This juxtaposition illustrates the complex emotions experienced in the relationship.
Overall, "Cigarettes" explores the themes of empathy, judgment, and the intricacies of relationships. It conveys the challenge of understanding and empathizing with another person's experiences while also highlighting the addictive and conflicting nature of certain relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
Hmmmmm.. hmmmmm
Expressing a thoughtful or contemplative sound
It's so easy to say what you'd do 'cause you're not in my shoes
People often find it effortless to judge or give advice when they haven't experienced the same situation
But if you were in my shoes tell me what would you do in my shoes
However, if you were in my position, can you honestly say you would act differently?
It's so easy to say what you'd do in my shoes
Again, it's simple for others to claim they would know how to handle my circumstances
But you're not in my shoes so you don't have the chance to prove
Yet, since you haven't experienced it yourself, you don't have the opportunity to demonstrate your words
Easy to say what you'd do
It's always easy to speak about what you would do
That you mean what you say, my boo
But do you truly mean the things you say, my sweetheart?
Don't you mean what you say, my baby
Don't you genuinely intend to follow through with your words, my dear?
Shawty bad like cigarettes
This girl has a captivating and potentially harmful allure, much like cigarettes
Shawty got a dollar sign silhouette
She embodies a figure of wealth and materialism, represented by the dollar sign silhouette
You prolly seen her 'cause she poppin' on the internet
You probably know her because she has gained popularity and attention on the internet
We goin' through it but I don't want to get into that
We are facing difficulties in our relationship, but I prefer not to delve into the details
Everything lil' baby said I remember that
I remember every single thing my beloved said, regardless of its significance
All the good and the bad she remember that
She also remembers both the positive and negative aspects of our relationship
You was always there when they were never there
You were consistently by my side when others were absent or unreliable
And I always there when there was no one there
Similarly, I have always been present for you when no one else was around
I don't want to fall in love with nobody else
I have no desire to develop romantic feelings for anyone else
Never met nobody this good for my health
I have never encountered someone who has such a positive impact on my well-being
But sometimes I be feeling like I'd be better off by myself
However, at times, I have thoughts that maybe I would be better off alone
And doubt starts to creep in
Uncertainty gradually infiltrates my mind
I start seeing me alone
I envision myself being solitary
But then you call my phone
But suddenly, you call me on the phone
And suddenly I feel at home
Instantly, I feel a sense of belonging and comfort
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Written by: CURTIS STEWART TURNER
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