“The fourth song on my album is called “Close Your Eyes“. It’s one of my favorites to perform, because right before I sing it I ask the crowd who out there is beautiful, and they all seem to raise their hand, which I love, that’s a good sign. Um, it’s just like “All About That Bass“ — it’s about loving yourself for who you are, not changing yourself for anybody, but on a more serious level. And, uh, it’s one of my favorites that I’ve written on this album.“
Close Your Eyes
Meghan Trainor Lyrics
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No new chapters
We'll never change
Everybody wants to be cool
Yes they do
And I'm just like them
But I won't be no fool
I guess I could waste all my time and my money just trying to look right
But it doesn't change who I am in my heart if I look like a dime
So I want you to close your eyes
Sing to the world tonight
And show them what's beautiful
I don't care what they think
No, I'm not listening
'Cause I know I'm beautiful
So close your eyes
Show them what's beautiful
Show them what's beautiful
Gonna' show them
Show them what's beautiful
Show them what's beautiful
Everybody's born to be different
That's the one thing that makes us the same
So don't you let them words try to change you
Don't let them make you into something you ain't
So I want you to close your eyes
Sing to the world tonight
And show them what's beautiful
I don't care what they think
No, I'm not listening
'Cause I know I'm beautiful
So close your eyes
Show them what's beautiful
Show the world the you inside
Raise your voice and close your eyes
'Cause you're beautiful
Come on and show the world the you inside
Raise your voice and close your eyes
'Cause you're beautiful
So I want you to close your eyes
Sing to the world tonight
And show them what's beautiful
I don't care what they think
No, I'm not listening
'Cause I know I'm beautiful
So close your eyes
In "Close Your Eyes," Meghan Trainor acknowledges the world's superficial nature and the pressure people feel to conform to societal standards. She sings about how everyone wants to be considered "cool," but trying to fit in by altering oneself won't change who someone is fundamentally. Instead, she suggests that people should focus on their intrinsic worth, and by doing so, they can illuminate their unique beauty. Trainor encourages listeners to be genuine and unapologetic about who they are, emphasizing that everyone is born different, and that is what ultimately makes them the same.
Through her inspiring words, Trainor urges the masses to close their eyes and look within themselves, disregarding the world's limiting expectations. She wants them to show the world what they are made of and that true beauty comes from within. Meghan Trainor reaffirms that being different is a gift, and people should never let anyone alter the core of their being, stressing that each person is beautiful just the way they are.
Line by Line Meaning
Everybody's on the same page
Everyone seems to be following the crowd, doing the same old things.
No new chapters
There isn't any change or growth happening, because people are sticking to the same story.
Will never change
Things won't change unless someone steps out of the crowd and takes some action.
Everybody wants to be cool
Everyone seems to be trying hard to fit in and be accepted by others.
Yes they do
It is a common desire of people to be 'cool'.
I'm just like them
I understand their desire and can relate to it.
But I won't be no fool
But I won't compromise who I truly am just to be accepted by others.
I guess I could waste all me time and my money
I could try to change myself to fit in, but it would be a waste of my time and money.
Just trying to look right
By changing myself to fit in, I would be focusing only on looks and appearances.
But it doesn't change who I am in my heart if I look like them
Changing my appearance won't change my identity and values, the things that truly matter to me.
So I want you to close your eyes
I want you to think deeply, shutting out the world's noise and distractions.
Seem to the world tonight
See the world as it is without any filters, with all its beauty and ugliness.
And show them what's beautiful
Share with the world what you consider to be true beauty, something that goes beyond appearances and what is popular.
I don't care what they think
I am not interested in pleasing others or conforming to their expectations.
No I'm not listening
I am not affected by the negative voices and criticism of others.
'Cause I know I'm beautiful
I know that I have worth and value, regardless of what others may say.
Show the world the you inside
Share with the world who you truly are, deep down inside, without any masks or pretences.
Raise your voice and close your eyes
Speak up confidently, expressing your true self, while ignoring any distractions or external pressures.
Come on and show the world the you inside
Don't be afraid or ashamed to be yourself, uniquely and beautifully you.
Lyrics © AMPLIFIED ADMINISTRATION
Written by: Kevin Paul Kadish, Meghan Elizabeth Trainor
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Everybody's on the same page
No new chapters
We'll never change
Everybody wants to be cool, yes they do
And I'm just like them
But I won't be no fool
I guess I could waste all my time and my money
Just trying to look right
But it doesn't change who I am in my heart if I look like a dime
So I want you to close your eyes
Sing to the world tonight
And show them what's beautiful
I don't care what they think
No I'm not listening
Cause I know I'm beautiful
So close your eyes
Sh-sh-show them what's beautiful
Sh-sh-show them what's beautiful
Come on, show them
Sh-sh-show them what's beautiful
Sh-sh-show them what's beautiful
Everybody's born to be different
That's the one thing that makes us the same
So don't you let their words try to change you
Don't let them make you into something you ain't
So I want you to close your eyes
Sing to the world tonight
And show them what's beautiful
I don't care what they think
No I'm not listening
Cause I know I'm beautiful
So close your eyes
Sh-sh-show them what's beautiful
Sh-sh-show them what's beautiful
Come on, show them
Sh-sh-show them what's beautiful
Sh-sh-show them what's beautiful
Show the world the you inside
Raise your voice and close your eyes
Cause you're beautiful
Come on and show the world the you inside
Raise your voice and close your eyes
Cause you're beautiful
So I want you to close your eyes
Sing to the world tonight
And show them what's beautiful
I don't care what they think
No I'm not listening
Cause I know I'm beautiful
So close your eyes
@TheProgressiveFrequency
I really don't see why people are making fun of Meghan. Because she doesn't write songs about sex and drugs? Because her songs have positive messages meant to be uplifting and hopeful? Because she appeals to people who are usually bullied and thrown under the bus?
@antsauxe
Yas, finally someone else who understands her music!
@EternalYorkieMom
I like that she does that and keeps a cheerful outlook.
@ThatsSoMo
^
@PhillipRyan
For as long as I have been on the internet, 20+ years now, there have been people who hate on others. The more positive you are the more they trash talk.
@TheProgressiveFrequency
Phillip Ryan Yeah, I know. I just don't understand why they do it. I mean, wouldn't it be more fun just to be nice to everyone?
@camilatarres3373
people forget this girl's great music, her record is so underrated
@greyzworld
couldn’t agree more... her music gives me the most beautiful nostalgia from 2014 and I’ve always hated how little recognition she often got! She’s a queen 💖✨
@arvguzman9603
@Grecia Serrano this album is super great to be honest. Makes me relax everytime I listen to it.
@rizareys9827
Still listening to her songs 😊