Chandelier
Paulo Cuevas Lyrics

Party girls don't get hurt
Women who attend parties are expected to be able to handle themselves and not show any signs of weakness or vulnerability.

Can't feel anything, when will I learn
The singer struggles to feel emotions or pain, but recognizes that this is not a healthy state to be in.

I push it down, push it down
The singer tries to suppress their emotions and numb themselves so they don't have to feel anything, which is seen as a coping mechanism or a form of escapism.

I'm the one 'for a good time call'
The artist is viewed as a party girl who is always available for a good time or a fun night out, but this persona may be a facade or a coping mechanism.

Phone's blowin' up, they're ringin' my doorbell
The artist is in high demand and is constantly receiving calls and visits from people who want to socialize or party with them.

I feel the love, feel the love
Despite feeling numbed, the singer recognizes that they feel a certain level of affection or care from those around them.

1, 2, 3 1, 2, 3 drink
The singer drinks heavily and without counting, potentially as a way to lose control or forget their problems.

Throw 'em back, 'til I lose count
The artist drinks to excess and continues until they can no longer keep track of how many drinks they've had.

I'm gonna swing from the chandelier, from the chandelier
The artist wants to let loose and enjoy life by swinging from a chandelier, which could symbolize taking risks or living spontaneously.

I'm gonna live like tomorrow doesn't exist, like it doesn't exist
The artist wants to live in the moment and ignore any consequences or responsibilities that might come tomorrow or in the future.

I'm gonna fly like a bird through the night, feel my tears as they dry
The singer wants to experience a sense of freedom and release by flying through the night, which could symbolize overcoming fears or challenges.

But I'm holding on for dear life, won't look down, won't open my eyes
Despite wanting to live in the moment, the artist recognizes that they are holding on tightly to their current state and afraid to face reality or their emotions.

Keep my glass full until morning light
The singer wants to keep drinking and avoiding their emotions or problems until the sun comes up, indicating a sense of prolonging or avoiding the inevitable.

'Cos I'm just holding on for tonight
The singer recognizes that they are only surviving for now and not making long-term plans, possibly because of their current struggles or emotional state.

Here comes the shame, here comes the shame
The singer is aware that they will feel shame or regret for their actions, possibly due to societal expectations or their own personal standards.

'Cos I'm just holding on for tonight
The artist repeats this line to reinforce the idea that they are only surviving and not thriving, indicating a sense of desperation or a need for help.

On for tonight, on for tonight
The artist repeats this phrase to emphasize that they are only focusing on the present moment and not looking to the future or making long-term plans.