Problems
Oliver Céleste Lyrics
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I'm on my own, don't need nobody
Who needs love when you got money?
I'm heartless, I'm not sorry.
I'm getting my own stuff
Don't need you, I got enough problems.
I'm cold but I don't need no saviour no
Who needs love when you got diamonds?
Why don't you ask me what the time is?
Let me check my rolex that came from my own cheques
I don't need nobody else I thought you woulda known that
I don't need no more problems
It's not that I don't want love
Not that I don't need a friend
But you put me through so much shit before
And I won't do it again (gain, gain, gain, gain)
Don't need no more of them problems
In "Problems," Oliver Céleste is conveying that they don't have time for anyone else's drama or problems in their life. The first verse alone rejects the idea of materialistic love and possessions having any value in terms of love or friendship. Oliver Céleste affirms their value of independence by highlighting that they're content being by themselves and only have problems related to themselves. They're not apologetic about their heartless approach to people's issues.
The chorus showcases a sense of arrogance and self-gratification from Oliver Céleste. They place importance on acquiring their own belongings and emphasize how they don't need anyone's help. They're hard-hearted, but they're not ashamed of it. The second verse furthers their arrogance by saying how they don't need anyone to save them since they're doing well on their own. They challenge the notion that being lonely is a bad thing and that love and diamonds are not interchangeable. Towards the end of the verse, they explain how their wealth comes from their hard work and they don't need validation from anyone else.
Overall, "Problems" can be interpreted as a song about self-assurance and independence. Oliver Céleste is proud of the work they've done to get where they are, and they don't have time for anyone else's baggage. They prioritize their own comfort and self-care while pushing back on societal norms that promote the idealization of love and materialistic items.
Line by Line Meaning
Your three words don't mean nothing to me
I do not care about what you say to me
I'm on my own, don't need nobody
I am independent and do not need anyone's help
Who needs love when you got money?
Money is the only thing I need, love is not important
I'm heartless, I'm not sorry.
I do not have any feelings towards you, and I am not sorry about it
I'm getting my own stuff
I am working on achieving my own success
Don't need you, I got enough problems.
I do not need you in my life, I have enough problems as it is
I'm cold but I don't need no saviour no
I am emotionally distant and do not need anyone to save me
I got it good, lonely's misunderstood
I am doing well on my own and do not need company, even though people may think otherwise
Who needs love when you got diamonds?
Material possessions are more important than love
Why don't you ask me what the time is?
I am flaunting my wealth by showing off my expensive watch
Let me check my rolex that came from my own cheques
My watch was bought with my own money
I don't need nobody else I thought you woulda known that
I do not need anyone else in my life, and I assumed you understood that
I don't need no more problems
I do not want any more issues in my life
It's not that I don't want love
I do want love in my life
Not that I don't need a friend
I do need a friend in my life
But you put me through so much shit before
You have caused me a lot of problems in the past
And I won't do it again (gain, gain, gain, gain)
I will not let you cause me more problems again
Don't need no more of them problems
I do not want any more issues in my life
Contributed by Josiah Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@adamnelson8572
The more I listen to this song, the more I like it. A rather simple but infectiously catchy melody and a sick beat keep me coming back. I don't think your production skills get enough credit, but they really are sublime. If I have one gripe with the song, I think it's too short. It seems to end abruptly. But apart from that, it really is a sweet way to introduce your new EP. As for the video, it's really cool to see those behind the scenes tidbits from Snapchat in January pay off. I recognize the locations. You can tell some money went into this. I really like the black and white segment! It looks so awesome! Big props to everyone involved. 😋💘
@OliverCeleste
+Adam Nelson Thank you! <3
@georgiannasandbo7758
He's amazing. Tana brought me and I love it
@bzmarquez05
Same
@alexisbrea9391
Me
@OliverCeleste
+Georgie Sandbo Thank you so much I love you 😍 If you wanna see more from me then search my name in youtube to find my personal channel 💘
@Helena-nf8lu
Same😂
@bethspiration1564
Same
@chofi6104
I'm not here from Tana, I love the video and I love your voice, you are very talented! greetings from Argentina Oliver <3
@OliverCeleste
Aw thank you!