Cooler Than Me
Mike Posner And The Brain Trust ft Big Sean Lyrics
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I would already have you up under my arm
I used up all my tricks, I hope that you like this
But, you probably won't, you think you're cooler than me
You got designer shades just to hide your face
And you wear 'em around like you're cooler than me
And you never say hey, or remember my name
And it's probably 'cause you think you're cooler than me
You got your high brow, shoes on your feet
And you wear 'em around like it ain't shit
But you don't know the way that you look
When your steps make that much noise
Shh, I got you all figured out
You need everyone's eyes just to feel seen
Behind your make up nobody knows who you even are
Who do you think that you are
If I could write you a song to make you fall in love
I would already have you up under my arm
I used up all-of my tricks, I hope that you like this
But, you probably won't, you think you're cooler than me
You got designer shades just to hide your face
And you wear 'em around like you're cooler than me
And you never say hey, or remember my name
And it's probably 'cause you think you're cooler than me
You got your high brow, switchin' your walk
And you don't even look when you pass by
But you don't know the way that you look
When your steps make that much noise
Shh, I got you all figured out
You need everyone's eyes just to feel seen
Behind your make up nobody knows who you even are
Who do you think that you are
'Cause it's your scene (it's your scene)
You got no doubt
But-we all see
You got your head in the clouds
If I could write you a song to make you fall in love
I would already have you up under my arm
I used up all-of my tricks, I hope that you like this
But, you probably won't, you think you're cooler than me
You got designer shades just to hide your face
And you wear 'em around like you're cooler than me
And you never say hey, or remember my name
And it's probably 'cause you think you're cooler than me
Mike Posner's song "Cooler Than Me” is a sharp critique of the hyper-coolness of some people in our society. The lyrics refer to an individual who is highly concerned about their image and is convinced that they are much cooler than Posner. He is so enamored with the person that he wishes he could write a song that could make them fall in love with him. However, he notices that the person wears designer sunglasses, has a sense of superiority, and appears to be disconnected from the world around them. They never acknowledge others and make a lot of noise when they walk, without realizing how disruptive their behavior is.
Posner satirizes the idea that having designer goods and being elusive makes someone cooler than others, but instead, it only increases their disconnection from society. He suggests that people like this need to be validated by others and are lost without the attention of others. They wear makeup as a shield to hide their insecurities, but they can’t eliminate the confusion that lies beneath the surface. Posner highlights the irony of those who are trying so hard to be seen and yet remain invisible because their impression management techniques are ineffective.
Overall, "Cooler Than Me" is a witty and humorous commentary on the complex social dynamics of our time, in which appearances are often more important than substance, and where people can lose sight of what's real while chasing ephemeral trends.
Line by Line Meaning
If I could write you a song to make you fall in love
If I had the talent to make you fall in love with me through music, I would have already done so.
I would already have you up under my arm
You were supposed to be mine already.
I used up all my tricks, I hope that you like this
I have tried everything I could to capture your attention and hopefully you find this song captivating.
But, you probably won't, you think you're cooler than me
But, you are likely to not like it as you think you are better than me.
You got designer shades just to hide your face
You wear expensive sunglasses to conceal yourself from others.
And you wear 'em around like you're cooler than me
And you wear them around with the arrogance of someone who thinks they are better than me.
And you never say hey, or remember my name
You never greet me or even bother to remember my name.
And it's probably 'cause you think you're cooler than me
This is probably because you believe you are better than me.
You got your high brow, shoes on your feet
You have fancy shoes and behave aloofly.
And you wear 'em around like it ain't shit
You behave arrogantly by wearing them around without any concern for others.
But you don't know the way that you look
But, you are not aware of how you appear to others.
When your steps make that much noise
The noise of your steps show how forcefully you walk.
Shh, I got you all figured out
I understand you completely.
You need everyone's eyes just to feel seen
You thrive on the attention of others to feel visible.
Behind your make up nobody knows who you even are
Your appearance through your makeup does not convey your true identity.
Who do you think that you are
What is your self-concept that makes you believe you are above everyone else?
You got your high brow, switchin' your walk
You walk around with a lofty attitude.
And you don't even look when you pass by
You don't even acknowledge the presence of others as you pass by them.
But you don't know the way that you look
However, you are not aware of the perception of your behavior.
When your steps make that much noise
Your loud steps display the overbearing nature of your behavior.
Shh, I got you all figured out
I fully comprehend your personality.
You need everyone's eyes just to feel seen
You need the attention of everyone around you to feel noticed.
Behind your make up nobody knows who you even are
Your makeup doesn't reveal your true character.
Who do you think that you are
What gives you the self-importance to believe you are superior to the rest?
'Cause it's your scene, (it's your scene)
You act according to your own rules.
I got no doubt
I firmly believe this is the reality.
We all see
Everyone around us witnesses this behavior.
You got your head in the clouds
You are lost in your fantasy world.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Eric Holljes, Mike Posner
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
GH11
this song plays all the time at my store and i dont mind hearing every day :)
schoolsucksish
Im already been a fan of your videos and you guys are amazing never give up!
April Carl
i freakin love this song dude you totally rock :)
Steven Broll
So refreshing to listen to this song!
Gavins Captures
LOVE IT
Belanna Pulido
love this song its perfect fast and slow and meaning <3
Jahya Costa
when i first listened to this song, i thought it was boring...but it got stuck in my head and i fell IN LOVE with it ♥ haha
unnicer
dude i first heard this song on the radio and i fell in love with it
ab43670
i love this song!
proof4real
love it