At age 17, Trainor won the worldwide Sonicbids 2011 Tennessee Concerts Song Contest with her song "You're Good With Me." She also attended the Durango Songwriter's Expo and Big Al Anderson of NRBQ introduced her to Carla Wallace of Big Yellow Dog Music. Trainor signed as a songwriter with Big Yellow Dog Music shortly after her 18th birthday, while she was still in high school. In 2011, Trainor wrote and self-released two albums, I'll Sing With You and Only 17. She went on several writing trips to Los Angeles, New York City, and Nashville. She settled in Nashville full-time when she was 19. She has had songwriting cuts with Rascal Flatts, Sabrina Carpenter, R5, and many others.
On one of Trainor's writing trips, she met and wrote with Grammy-nominated producer Kevin Kadish. They wrote "All About That Bass" in 2014, and her publishing company told her that many artists might be interested in recording the song. L.A. Reid heard Trainor's own demo of the song and signed her to Epic Records, where she was able to release the song as a solo artist. "All About That Bass" has since become her first #1 single on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart, and has topped charts in various other countries including Australia, Canada, Denmark and New Zealand. On September 28, 2014, the UK's Official Charts Company confirmed that "All About That Bass" made chart history in the UK by becoming the first act to officially enter the Official Singles Chart Top 40 based on streams alone. The song then remained at the top of the UK chart for four weeks, becoming the longest-running number one by a female act in 2014.
Trainor's debut EP "Title", was released in September 2014. It debuted on the U.S. Billboard 200 chart, peaking at number fifteen.It peaked at number seventeen on the Canadian Albums Chart. "Dear Future Husband" was originally announced as the second single in an interview with PopJustice; however, in an interview with MTV, Trainor revealed that she had chosen "Title" as the second single instead. The song was canceled as a single, but peaked at number 9 on the New Zealand Singles Chart. Meghan Trainor was nominated for an American Music Award in 2014 for New Artist of the Year.
On October 21, 2014, Trainor released the single "Lips Are Movin" to contemporary hit radio stations as the lead single from her upcoming third studio album "Title", which is set to be released on January 13, 2015.
In late 2014, Trainor announced her first-ever headlining tour That Bass Tour, which is scheduled to begin on February 11, 2015 in Vancouver, Canada and end on March 20, 2015 in Nashville, Tennessee. Trainor's fans have since adopted the collective, "Megatrons". Trainor received two nominations at the 57th Grammy Awards: Record of the Year and Song of the Year.
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Meghan Trainor Lyrics
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Crash and burnt to pieces
You got what you want from me
I gave you what you needed
I was warned but fooled by charm
And you deserve to be alone
I deserve better, better than you
I deserve better (I deserve, I deserve better)
Tell 'em what they already know, I deserve better
(I deserve, I deserve better)
Tell 'em what they already know, I deserve better
I used to cry to all my friends
But they would say, "I told ya"
Finally, I can breathe again
The weight is off my shoulders
I was warned but fooled by charm
And you, you deserve to be alone
And I deserve better, better than you
I deserve better, (I deserve, I deserve) better than you
I deserve better (I deserve, I deserve better)
Tell 'em what they already know, I deserve better
(I deserve, I deserve better)
Tell 'em what they already know, I deserve better
Let's talk about the word deserve
Or talk 'bout the world deserves a queen (You queen)
Let's talk about that four letter word love
I think you deserve a king
I think you deserve the world and everything in it
And I try to go get it to show you I meant it when I
Tell you I'm sorry, tomorrow I promise that I
Try to better, I'll do whatever for mine
And I ain't tryna be your friend's friends
Or your quote unquote fake friend, that's why I hate friends
I'd rather see you laugh to see you cry
I'd rather see you lead and tell a lie
And you ain't gotta say it, you deserve better
I deserve better, better than you
I deserve better, (I deserve, I deserve) better than you
I deserve better (I deserve, I deserve better)
Tell 'em what they already know, I deserve better
(I deserve, I deserve better)
Tell 'em what they already know, I deserve better
The opening verse sets the tone for the song, as it describes the aftermath of a relationship that has gone wrong. The singer has been left shattered, with the relationship having ‘blown up in her face’ and leaving her ‘crashed and burnt to pieces’. Despite having given everything she could to the relationship, her partner has taken everything he needed and left her feeling inadequate.
The chorus comes as a direct response to this, with the singer declaring that she deserves better. She knows that she was warned about the charms of her partner, but was unable to listen, leading to the destructive end of the relationship. She exclaims that she deserves to be treated with respect and kindness, something that her partner was unable to give her. This is repeated throughout the song, with the singer revealing that she is now able to breathe again, free from the weight of the relationship.
The verse from Yo Gotti offers a different perspective on the situation. He acknowledges that the word ‘deserve’ is a significant one, suggesting that the singer deserves to be treated like a queen. While the song is predominantly focused on the singer’s perspective, this verse offers a moment of hope, suggesting that there are good things to come in her future. Gotti is apologetic for the way things have turned out, but he promises to try harder in the future and do whatever it takes to make things right.
Line by Line Meaning
Finally blew up in my face
After trying hard and putting effort into this relationship, it came to a disastrous end.
Crash and burnt to pieces
The relationship suffered a major setback and ultimately failed terribly.
You got what you want from me
You took advantage of me and got everything you wanted from me without giving anything in return.
I gave you what you needed
I tried to fulfill all your expectations and satisfy your needs but it never seemed enough.
I was warned but fooled by charm
Although I was cautioned about you, I was charmed by you and still fell for you.
And you deserve to be alone
You don't deserve anyone because of how you treated me and others.
I deserve better, better than you
I am worthy of someone better than you who would love and respect me the way I deserve.
Tell 'em what they already know, I deserve better
I am not afraid to let everyone know that I want and deserve better than you.
Let's talk about the word deserve
Let's discuss the true meaning and significance of the word 'deserve.'
Or talk 'bout the world deserves a queen (You queen)
We could also talk about how the world deserves a queen, and by saying 'you queen' I am acknowledging your worth and refusing to let you be treated poorly.
Let's talk about that four letter word love
Let's discuss the complicated and often misunderstood concept of love.
I think you deserve a king
You, like a queen, deserve someone who will treat you with respect and love. I am suggesting that person should be a king.
I think you deserve the world and everything in it
You are a priceless gem and deserve everything good in life.
And I try to go get it to show you I meant it when I
I am willing to work hard to earn those things for you and prove my love.
Tell you I'm sorry, tomorrow I promise that I
I acknowledge my mistakes and I promise to work on them to make our relationship stronger.
Try to better, I'll do whatever for mine
I will try to be a better partner and I am willing to do anything to make our relationship work.
And I ain't tryna be your friend's friends
I am not interested in being friends with your acquaintances just for the sake of socializing.
I'd rather see you laugh to see you cry
I want to bring you happiness and joy, not sadness or tears.
I'd rather see you lead and tell a lie
I would rather see you take charge and tell a little white lie than be submissive and dishonest about your feelings.
Lyrics © DistroKid, BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MEGHAN TRAINOR, ERIC FREDERIC, TOMMY BROWN, STEVEN FRANKS, MARIO MIMS, TAYLOR PARKS, TRAVIS SAYLES
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@IBeBradleyy
Wait? why are people disliking this?
This video is beautiful and sad
the song is great and has no bad language, sexual references or anything inappropriate at all.
@WatercolorBeauty01
because people don't like her, they think the song is like any other song, but will go to that "other" song and praise the person and say how much they relate to the song but come here and say how terrible this one is. they don't like that she is a Grammy winner, they don't like that she is body positive. her fans can only see the good in her, the haters will only see the parts they don't want to admit they like. I for one am a super fan of her and I think all her songs are absolutely amazing
@SamanthaLove
+Macy Paradise yea, and people think all of her songs she's singing about her (like 'me too') but in reality she's singing for people to sing about themselves
@lpsgangster4599
jealous people wishing they could sing lol
@milliewise5761
There is swearing
@WatercolorBeauty01
+Millie Wise no there isn't
@22taylorsversion9
This will always be one of her best works. Her music is honest and relatable but when she touches deeper topics she just nails it. 'Wave' is another example of how deep she can be. Hate how underrated this is. Truly deserves better
@phoenixwillington7329
This was probably her best song and the best video that she’s done, like we need more videos like this tbh
@kkk-ei2hw
Yeah but it flopped so she forgot it. Anyway stream 'Wave', its amaxing too
@loreenmakena4375
Yea I do