I Like
Men with Charm Lyrics
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They say money is no object and we've got a car
They kidnapped Tony where did they go
They went to get it done before he got too old
They're incognito, they're into fame
They think they know it all you know their family's to blame
Isn't it funny, isn't it sad
But...
I like, when they talk really loud trying to tell you what they know
I like, when it blows real hard and it doesn't even show
They say: It's plain to see, life is not a mystery to me
I say: That's plain as day I hope you've got yours right anyway
They say: It's plain to see, life is not a mystery to me
I say: That's plain as day I hope you've got yours right anyway
It makes you wonder 'bout the things they say
We are never gonna leave, we are never gonna stay
They talk for nothing, they talk for free
They talk behind your back and to you're face they're really sweet
Check out the language, check out the clothes
Their mother buys them shoes 'n where she get's them no-one knows
They go to parties to steal the show
By talking really loud 'n try to tell you what they know
But...
I like, when they talk really loud trying to tell you what they know
I like, when it blows real hard and it doesn't even show
They say: It's plain to see, life is not a mystery to me
I say: That's plain as day I hope you've got yours right anyway
They say: It's plain to see, life is not a mystery to me
I say: That's plain as day I hope you've got yours right anyway
I like when they talk really loud trying to tell you what they know
Say, I like when it blows real hard and it doesn't even show
Say, I like when they haven't seen a thing and try to tell you where to go
Say, I like when they talk really loud trying to tell you what they know
What do they really know?
The lyrics to "I Like" by Men with Charm present a scathing critique of people who consider themselves to be of a higher social class. The song's opening lines suggest that these individuals put on a façade of wealth and status, but their true selves remain a mystery. The second verse implies that they are more interested in talking about their perceived knowledge and status than actually doing anything with it, and that they are quick to judge others. The chorus, with its repeated line "I like when they talk really loud trying to tell you what they know," seems to sarcastically celebrate these people's behavior.
The song hints at a certain level of jealousy on the part of the singer towards these people, but ultimately concludes that their superficiality and lack of substance is not something to be envied. The lyrics suggest that true value comes from genuine experiences and relationships, rather than trying to impress others through displays of wealth and knowledge.
Overall, "I Like" is a deft commentary on the shallowness of social climbing and the importance of authenticity and meaningful connection.
Line by Line Meaning
It makes you wonder just who they really are
Their questionable behavior or lifestyle makes you question their identity
They say money is no object and we've got a car
They claim to have unlimited resources and transportation
They kidnapped Tony where did they go
They took Tony somewhere, possibly for a questionable motive
They went to get it done before he got too old
They did something to Tony while he was still young enough for it to be effective
They're incognito, they're into fame
They are trying to maintain a low profile while also seeking attention and recognition
They think they know it all you know their family's to blame
They believe they are all-knowing, but their upbringing or family may be the root cause
Isn't it funny, isn't it sad
Their behavior is ironic or contradictory, and it elicits mixed emotions
You come up empty thinking bout the good times that you had
Reflecting on the past, it's disappointing to realize that their current behavior doesn't compare to happier times
I like, when they talk really loud trying to tell you what they know
The artist enjoys when these individuals exhibit their pompous behavior of trying to show off their knowledge and opinions
I like, when it blows real hard and it doesn't even show
The artist enjoys when there's a problem, but these individuals try to conceal it
They say: It's plain to see, life is not a mystery to me
These individuals claim to have a complete understanding of life
I say: That's plain as day I hope you've got yours right anyway
The artist acknowledges their claim, but hopes they have their own life figured out as well
We are never gonna leave, we are never gonna stay
They have a fickle attitude and don't commit to anything
They talk for nothing, they talk for free
Their conversations are meaningless and they do it without cost
They talk behind your back and to you're face they're really sweet
They exhibit two-faced behavior - saying negative things behind someone's back and being friendly to their face
Check out the language, check out the clothes
Their choice of language and clothing is worth noticing
Their mother buys them shoes 'n where she get's them no-one knows
Their source of footwear is unknown and possibly questionable
They go to parties to steal the show
They attend parties with the intention of being the center of attention
By talking really loud 'n try to tell you what they know
Their method of being the center of attention is by speaking loudly and showing off their knowledge
Say, I like when they haven't seen a thing and try to tell you where to go
The artist enjoys when these individuals try to give direction, despite being clueless
What do they really know?
The artist questions the validity of information these individuals claim to have
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: LUIS LOZADA, LUIS ARMANDO LOZADA
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