(1) Chris Comstock, better known by his stage name Marshmello, was born on … Read Full Bio ↴(1) Chris Comstock, better known by his stage name Marshmello, was born on May 19, 1992. He is an American electronic dance music producer and DJ. He first gained international recognition by remixing songs by Jack Ü and Zedd, and later collaborated with artists including Omar LinX, Ookay, Jauz and Slushii. In January 2017, his song "Alone" appeared on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart.
In 2018, he released "Friends", a collaboration with British singer Anne-Marie which peaked in the top 20 in the US. Months later, his second studio album, Joytime II, was released with singles "Tell Me" and "Check This Out". "Happier", a collaboration with British band Bastille, was released in August and became his highest-charting song on the Billboard Hot 100 at #2. In 2019, he earned $40 million, ranking second on the list of highest paid DJs compiled by Forbes. In 2020, he and American rapper Juice Wrld released "Come & Go", from the latter's posthumous album Legends Never Die; the song reached number two on the Billboard Hot 100, matching "Happier" as his highest-charting song. In 2021, his album Shockwave earned him a Grammy nomination.

Marshmello wears a custom helmet for public appearances. His identity was unknown, but was confirmed to be Chris Comstock in late 2017 by Forbes.

Marshmello's stage name, an alternative spelling of "marshmallow", and his marshmallow mascot head were both inspired by Canadian electro house music producer and DJ deadmau5, who also notably uses an alternate spelling for his stage name and performs wearing a "dead mouse" mascot head.

(2) Marshmello (Blackbird) is an alias of Marsha Smith (London, UK). She is DJ, radio host, music consultant, supervisor, mentor, networking and creative developer, also notable for vocals on tracks by The Funky Lowlives or Basement Jaxx.

You & Me
Marshmello Lyrics

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And, baby, just please don't go without me
I'm tired of doing it on my own
And now I'm stuck here thinking what it could be
You and me
And, baby, just please don't go without me
I'm tired of doing it on my own
And now I'm stuck here thinking what it could be
You and me

Doing it on my own
Doing, doing, doing it on my own
Doing, doing, doing it on my own
Doing, doing, doing it on my own

And, baby, just please don't go without me
I'm tired of doing it on my own
And now I'm stuck here thinking what it could be
You and me
And, baby, just please don't go without me
I'm tired of doing it on my own
And now I'm stuck here thinking what it could be
You and me
(You and me)

And, baby, just please don't go without me
I'm tired of doing it on my own
And now I'm stuck here thinking what it could be
You and me

And, baby, just please don't go without me
I'm tired of doing it on my own
And now I'm stuck here thinking what we could be
You and me
And sometimes we fall in love with people at the wrong time
Sometimes, it's okay, baby (yeah)

Doing it on my own
Doing, doing, doing it on my own
Doing, doing, doing it on my own
Doing, doing, doing it on my own

And, baby, just please don't go without me
I'm tired of doing it on my own
And now I'm stuck here thinking what it could be
You and me

And, baby, just please don't go without me
I'm tired of doing it on my own
And now I'm stuck here thinking what it could be
You and me
(You and me)

And, baby, just please don't go without me
I'm tired of doing it on my own

And now I'm stuck here thinking what it could be
You and me

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Marshmello's song "You & Me" convey a powerful message about the challenges of coping alone and the desire for companionship. The lyrics describe the feelings of an individual who is exhausted and unable to handle things alone anymore. They express their desperate need for a loving partner who can share their life with them and help them overcome their difficulties.

The lines "Sometimes we fall in love with people at the wrong time, Sometimes it's okay, baby" suggests that there may be obstacles in the path of finding true love, such as timing or even distance, but that it's still worth pursuing the connection. It also suggests a hint of acceptance that things may not always work out the way we want them to and highlights the importance of taking chances.

The repetition of "doing it on my own" emphasizes how the singer no longer wants to be alone; they want someone to share their life with them. The refrain to "You and me" reinforces this desire.

In conclusion, "You & Me" is a powerful song that embodies the feelings of loneliness and the yearning for emotional connection. It highlights the fundamental need for a loving relationship, and the importance of support, even when things are not easy.

Line by Line Meaning

And, baby, just please don't go without me
The singer does not want their companion to leave them.

I'm tired of doing it on my own
The singer is exhausted from relying only on themselves.

And now I'm stuck here thinking what it could be
The singer is pondering the future with their companion.

You and me
The artist hopes to have a future with their companion.

Doing it on my own
The artist emphasizes their struggle with independence.

Doing, doing, doing it on my own
The singer further emphasizes their difficulty with independence.

And sometimes we fall in love with people at the wrong time
The singer acknowledges that timing can be a crucial factor in relationships.

Sometimes, it's okay, baby (yeah)
The artist accepts that some situations are out of their control and tries to reassure their companion.

Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Marshmello

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