Wide Open
Mike Posner Lyrics


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Somebody told me God is simply what we don't know
Saw a butterfly, it was dead, but it was gorgeous
And all the robots are just walkin' down the sidewalk
Kings of their little empires that they made up

And I'm wide open
And I'm wide open
Dusty got shot, and then Osha got married
Stewie still dead, and commitment still scary
I got a new woman, but I treat her like my old one
If I keep this shit up, I know I'ma be with no one





And I'm wide open
Yeah, I'm wide open

Overall Meaning

In Mike Posner's song "Wide Open," the lyrics touch upon themes of spirituality, mortality, artificiality, relationships, and personal growth. The opening lines "Somebody told me God is simply what we don't know" suggest a philosophical perspective on the concept of God, implying that God exists in the realm of the unknown and the mysterious. The mention of a dead butterfly that is still perceived as gorgeous signifies the beauty and fragility of life, highlighting the paradoxical nature of existence.


The following lines, "And all the robots are just walkin' down the sidewalk / Kings of their little empires that they made up," metaphorically capture the modern world and how individuals often become like "robots," going through the motions of life without truly engaging or questioning their existence. The idea of being kings of self-created empires suggests people's tendencies to build superficial structures of power and control in their lives.


As the song progresses, the lyrics shift to personal reflections. The lines "Dusty got shot, and then Osha got married / Stewie still dead, and commitment still scary" allude to experiences that have affected the singer's perception of relationships. The mention of Dusty getting shot and Osha getting married highlights unexpected and unpredictable events, while the line about commitment being scary indicates a fear of emotional investment and long-term partnerships.


Lastly, with the line "I got a new woman, but I treat her like my old one / If I keep this shit up, I know I'ma be with no one," the singer recognizes the destructive pattern of treating their current partner in the same detrimental way they treated their previous one. This acknowledgment adds a layer of introspection and personal growth, as the singer acknowledges that if they continue down this path, they risk being alone.


Overall, "Wide Open" explores existential questions, societal constructs, and personal relationships, offering insight into the complexities and challenges of navigating life and finding personal fulfillment.


Line by Line Meaning

Somebody told me God is simply what we don't know
I received information from someone that God is just an explanation for what is unknown to us


Saw a butterfly, it was dead, but it was gorgeous
I witnessed a lifeless butterfly which still possessed beauty


And all the robots are just walkin' down the sidewalk
Robotic individuals are merely going about their lives mechanically


Kings of their little empires that they made up
They believe they are rulers of their self-created worlds


And I'm wide open
I am completely vulnerable


Dusty got shot, and then Osha got married
Dusty was injured by a gunshot, and Osha decided to enter matrimony


Stewie still dead, and commitment still scary
Stewie remains deceased, and the idea of commitment continues to cause fear


I got a new woman, but I treat her like my old one
Although I have a new partner, I treat her similarly to my previous one


If I keep this shit up, I know I'ma be with no one
If I continue with this behavior, I am aware that I will end up alone


Yeah, I'm wide open
Indeed, I am completely vulnerable




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Adam Friedman, James Bowen, Jean-Marc Belkadi, Mike Posner

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