"In performing the song, I tried to surround myself with people who made me feel powerful, like I could keep on trying no matter what. People like our French Horn player Cameron West, Kiley Lotz from Petal and, of course, my amazing mom Christiane Hopkins. They made me feel like I could keep going, I hope this song helps you feel the same!" - Ben
LOL
PWR BTTM Lyrics
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Laughing at me, you were laughing along
I didn't know you could take such a shape
I know that I am naive
And when I see you my heart is 19
I didn't know you could take such a shape
I don't know what to say
Ooh, ooh
I know that I'm always wrong
Laughing at me, I thought I belonged
I didn't know you could take such a shape
I know that I am naive
When you are queer, you are always 19
I didn't know you could take such a shape
You know many things break
I don't know what to say
So I'm laughing out loud
Laughing out loud, laughing out loud
Laughing out loud
The lyrics of PWR BTTM's song "LOL" talk about the singer's insecurities and how they are constantly being laughed at. The song starts with the singer confessing that they always feel like they are wrong and that people are laughing at them. Even the people they think belong in their world are also laughing along. The singer also mentions a surprising discovery where they didn't know "you could take such a shape," which shows how even after being hurt and laughed at, they are still able to learn something new about life and people.
As the song progresses, the singer admits to being naive, especially when they see a particular person who they refer to as "my heart is 19." This suggests that the singer is young and vulnerable, perhaps even in love with someone who they know is not good for them. The lyrics also use the phrase "when you are queer, you are always 19," which shows how being part of the LGBTQ+ community can make someone feel like they are perpetually youthful, innocent, and open to new experiences.
The last part of the song has the singer still unsure of what to say because they know many things break. Instead of being sad, however, the singer decides to laugh out loud. This laughter can be interpreted as a coping mechanism to deal with the pain and hurt caused by others who laugh at them.
Line by Line Meaning
I know that I'm always wrong
I am aware that I frequently make errors.
Laughing at me, you were laughing along
You were mocking me and others joined in.
I didn't know you could take such a shape
I didn't realize you were capable of being so cruel.
I know that I am naive
I am aware that I lack experience and wisdom.
And when I see you my heart is 19
When I'm around you, I feel young and foolish.
You know many things break
You recognize that lots of things don't last forever.
I don't know what to say
I am at a loss for words.
So I'm laughing out loud
I am resorting to laughter.
Laughing out loud, laughing out loud
Laughing uncontrollably.
Laughing out loud
Using laughter to mask pain and insecurity.
Contributed by Landon M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Ari Ely
i miss pwr bttm :( so good
isidra frausto
this song is the most beautiful thing ever
xcx
I miss them ):
Jayden Hannah
And when I see you my heart is 19
My name is Jared and
I cannot read
Bearsoup
It’s kinda hard to find the bands songs,there scattered around the internet:( but when I find their songs it’s worth it
Rachel Turney
Listening to this makes my gut hurt
minekillez
where the fuck did this song go
hannahrad
they removed all their new songs
Seçkin Eroğlu
why ?
KingLoop13
This is late, but one of the lead singers Ben Hopkins had some sexual assault allegations surface which lead to their management dropping them and their record label ceasing production of the album.