Celine
Pretender Lyrics


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It's been a long time since I been free
Been a long time since I had codeine
Had to pop two more cause she such a fiend
I woke up from a dream now I'm rocking Celine
Feels like I been high for the last two weeks
Spent a hunnid' on gas but my tank on E
Yeah Yeah
Banging my line cause she back on me
You could never step to me
You could never step to me when I was at my worst you could never feel that
He ain't got no bag cause he not worth shit scared money won't get that bread back
Need a hunnid' thousand on me just to feel okay baby can you feel that yeah
So let's go
I got this bitch blowing up my phone
I'm on top floor necking fosho
And I can't sell my soul for no hoe
Bitch I been doing this shit on my own
I swear that they hate the fact that I'm so cold
They shining on me cause I'm rocking two tones
Can't be fucking with clones they be doing the most
It's been a long time since I been free
Been a long time since I had codeine
Had to pop two more cause she such a fiend
I woke up from a dream now I'm rocking Celine
Feels like I been high for the last two weeks
Spent a hunnid' on gas but my tank on E
Yeah Yeah
Banging my line cause she back on me
Bring that ass back
I was off for a minute couldn't cash
Why you talkin if your drip don't match
I been up since midnight now what you saying to me don't mean nothing but cap
Bet you he ain't even rich like that
Bet you he don't got a bitch like that
Told her add it up
Pick it up off the floor and count it up just like that
Just like that
Just like that
Count it up like that baby and don't make no mess yeah
Don't make no sense
Don't make no sense
Why don't you do the math
And go look in your past while you with your bitch
It's been a long time since I been free
Been a long time since I had codeine
Had to pop two more cause she such a fiend
I woke up from a dream now I'm rocking Celine
Feels like I been high for the last two weeks
Spent a hunnid' on gas but my tank on E
Yeah Yeah
Banging my line cause she back on me
Why you wanna do it again
Why you wanna do it again for me
For me
For me
For me

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Celine" by Pretender present a vivid exploration of emotions that stem from personal struggles, escapism, and the complexities of relationships. The recurring theme of seeking freedom is emphasized in the opening lines, where the artist reflects on a feeling of being trapped or constrained for an extended period. The mention of "codeine" symbolizes a struggle with substance use, indicating that the singer may have relied on it as a means of coping with their inner turmoil or pain. This drug usage paints a picture of dependency, showing the paradox of trying to find solace in something that ultimately doesn't bring true freedom but rather represents a cyclical pattern of escape.


The mention of material possessions, such as "rocking Celine," underscores the juxtaposition between inner feelings of emptiness and external expressions of wealth or success. The singer feels momentarily elevated, as if waking from a dream, yet this high is contrasted by a sense of emptiness in other areas of their life (like the near-empty gas tank). The line "spent a hunnid' on gas but my tank on E" illustrates the struggle of maintaining a facade of prosperity when, in reality, they feel depleted. This can be interpreted as a commentary on the superficiality often associated with fame and wealth, suggesting that despite having the exterior trappings of success, the singer grapples with deeper issues that leave them feeling unfulfilled.


As the narrative progresses, the artist addresses a romantic dynamic, indicating a push and pull between desire and the need for self-reliance. There’s a clear sense of empowerment conveyed in lines like "I can't sell my soul for no hoe", which signifies a refusal to compromise one's integrity or identity for fleeting relationships. This attitude of self-sufficiency reflects personal growth and resilience, despite the past hardships. The lyrics further emphasize that there are people who may not genuinely appreciate or understand the singer's journey, illustrated through the dismissal of those who “could never step to me” when the singer was at their lowest. This underscores a transformation from vulnerability to strength, creating a stark contrast between past struggles and current confidence.


Towards the end of the song, the refrain returns, crystallizing the themes of escapism and materialism while still hinting at emotional complexity. The repetitive questioning of why someone would "do it again" suggests a cyclical relationship dynamic that may trap the singer in both nostalgic sentiment and current desire. While the material acquisitions may provide temporary joy—evidenced by the high they feel—the lyrics also hint at an ongoing struggle with authenticity and valuing genuine connections over superficial ones. Through the layering of these experiences and emotions, the lyrics invite listeners to confront their own perceptions of freedom, identity, and the relationships they foster, ultimately punctuating the internal conflicts that accompany a quest for self-realization and fulfillment.


Line by Line Meaning

It's been a long time since I been free
A significant duration of time has passed since I experienced true liberation from my troubles.


Been a long time since I had codeine
It's been quite a while since I indulged in the comforting escape provided by codeine.


Had to pop two more cause she such a fiend
I had to take additional doses due to her intense craving and dependency.


I woke up from a dream now I'm rocking Celine
Upon awakening from a fantasy, I find myself adorned in luxurious Celine apparel.


Feels like I been high for the last two weeks
My state of euphoria has persisted for the past fortnight, making reality seem altered.


Spent a hunnid' on gas but my tank on E
Despite spending a considerable amount on fuel, my resources are still depleted.


Yeah Yeah
An affirmation or acknowledgment of the situation.


Banging my line cause she back on me
She's reaching out to me again, signaling renewed interest.


You could never step to me
No one can confront me or challenge me successfully.


You could never step to me when I was at my worst you could never feel that
During my lowest moments, no one had the capacity to understand my struggles.


He ain't got no bag cause he not worth shit scared money won't get that bread back
He lacks financial resources because he doesn't take risks; fearful individuals won't see a return on investment.


Need a hunnid' thousand on me just to feel okay baby can you feel that yeah
I require a substantial amount of money to feel secure and comfortable; can you empathize with that need?


So let's go
Let's move forward and take action.


I got this bitch blowing up my phone
A persistent woman is constantly contacting me, showing high interest.


I'm on top floor necking fosho
I'm enjoying indulgent moments high above, confident in my lifestyle.


And I can't sell my soul for no hoe
I refuse to compromise my integrity for fleeting relationships.


Bitch I been doing this shit on my own
I've achieved success independently without relying on others.


I swear that they hate the fact that I'm so cold
I believe there are others who resent my ability to remain emotionally detached and unbothered.


They shining on me cause I'm rocking two tones
Others are spotlighting my style, especially since I'm wearing contrasting colors.


Can't be fucking with clones they be doing the most
I avoid those who imitate me; they often overact or exaggerate to gain attention.


It's been a long time since I been free
A significant duration has passed since I last felt unshackled from my burdens.


Been a long time since I had codeine
It's been a while since I last sought solace in codeine.


Had to pop two more cause she such a fiend
I had to take more due to her uncontrollable cravings.


I woke up from a dream now I'm rocking Celine
After emerging from a fantasy, I've embraced a luxurious lifestyle.


Feels like I been high for the last two weeks
The feeling of euphoria and detachment has been ongoing for a fortnight.


Spent a hunnid' on gas but my tank on E
Despite my expenditures, my resources remain bare.


Yeah Yeah
An affirmation acknowledging the reality of the situation.


Banging my line cause she back on me
Her renewed interest is evident as she reaches out frequently.


Bring that ass back
I want her to return or come back into my life.


I was off for a minute couldn't cash
I took a break from pursuing opportunities, resulting in missed financial gains.


Why you talkin if your drip don't match
Why do you speak confidently if your style isn't consistent or appealing?


I been up since midnight now what you saying to me don't mean nothing but cap
I've been awake and active, and your comments are insincere or exaggerated.


Bet you he ain't even rich like that
I wager that he does not possess the wealth he claims.


Bet you he don't got a bitch like that
I bet he doesn't have an attractive partner like I do.


Told her add it up
I instructed her to calculate or tally the resources.


Pick it up off the floor and count it up just like that
Gather the scattered resources and tally them swiftly.


Just like that
Emphasizing the simplicity and speed of the action.


Count it up like that baby and don't make no mess yeah
Organize and account for everything neatly without error.


Don't make no sense
This situation lacks logic or coherence.


Don't make no sense
Reiterating that things are confusing or irrational.


Why don't you do the math
Take a moment to analyze the situation logically.


And go look in your past while you with your bitch
Reflect on your history while spending time with your partner.


It's been a long time since I been free
A long period has passed since I felt truly unencumbered.


Been a long time since I had codeine
I haven't sought the comfort of codeine for quite some time.


Had to pop two more cause she such a fiend
Due to her insatiable cravings, I felt the need to indulge again.


I woke up from a dream now I'm rocking Celine
Emerging from a fantasy, I've found myself living extravagantly.


Feels like I been high for the last two weeks
It's as though my state of elation has persisted uninterrupted.


Spent a hunnid' on gas but my tank on E
Despite significant spending, I'm left with empty resources.


Yeah Yeah
A simple affirmation of my feelings.


Banging my line cause she back on me
She’s reconnecting with me, signifying renewed interest.


Why you wanna do it again
Questioning her motives for wanting to restart or rekindle our connection.


Why you wanna do it again for me
Wondering why she specifically wishes to revisit our past together.


For me
Emphasizing personal significance in her intentions.


For me
Reiterating the focus on my perspective and feelings.


For me
Continuing to stress the importance of the situation to me.


For me
Further highlighting that this all revolves around my experience.




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Written by: Drew Bailey

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@gette19

What a beautiful 😢tribute to a REMARKABLE WOMAN! Celine, you, your ANGELIC voice and your music 🎶 has shaped my life even more than I myself could have ever imagined 💖.
I read this beautiful 😍 message and did not go and do any research to check in on how your were doing physically. I HOPE things are well and that you're getting better every day.

I'm sending you healing vibes and you are in my prayers 🙏 ✨️ 💛 ❤️ 💕 💓 for Papa God to bless 🙌 you and keep you healthy always! We could ALL use a little help from others in their prayers.

Thank 🌌 you ❤️ for EVERYTHING that you are!!

God Bless 🙌 🙏 ❤️ 💖 ✨️ you and God Bless us All!

AMEN!!

Love Always,
Gette 💟🌹💟🌹💟🌹



@derakim2796

There's so much life I've left to live
And this fire is burning still
When I watch you look at me
I think I could find the will
To stand for every dream
And forsake this solid ground

And give up this fear within
Of what would happen if they ever knew
I'm in love with you

'Cause I'd surrender everything
To feel the chance to live again
I reach to you
I know you can feel it too
We'd make it through
A thousand dreams I still believe
I'd make you give them all to me
I'd hold you in my arms and never let go
I surrender

I know I can't survive
Another night away from you
You're the reason I go on
And now I need to live the truth
Right now, there's no better time
From this fear I will break free
And I'll live again with love
And no they can't take that away from me
And they will see

'Cause I'd surrender everything
To feel the chance to live again
I reach to you
I know you can feel it too
We'd make it through
A thousand dreams I still believe
I'd make you give them all to me
I'd hold you in my arms and never let go
I surrender

Every night's getting longer
And this fire is getting stronger, babe
I'll swallow my pride and I'll be alive
Can't you hear my call
I surrender all



@safrudinns266

Cause I'd surrender everything
To feel the chance to live again
I reach to you
I know you can feel it too
We'd make it through
A thousand dreams I still believe
I'd make you give them all to me 
I'd hold you in my arms and never let go
I surrender
Right here, right now
O give my life to live again
I'll break free, take me
My everything, I surrender all to you
Right here, right now
O give my life to live again
I'll break free, take me
My everything, I surrender all to you



@vuongvananh5112

I Surrender
Céline Dion
There's so much life I've left to live
And this fire is burning still
When I watch you look at me
I think I could find the will
To stand for every dream
And forsake this solid ground
And give up this fear within
Of what would happen if they ever knew
I'm in love with you
'Cause I'd surrender everything
To feel the chance to live again
I reach to you
I know you can feel it too
We'd make it through
A thousand dreams I still believe
I'd make you give them all to me
I'd hold you in my arms and never let go
I surrender
I know I can't survive
Another night away from you
You're the reason I go on
And now I need to live the truth
Right now, there's no better time
From this fear I will break free
And I'll live again with love
And no they can't take that away from me
And they will see
'Cause I'd surrender everything
To feel the chance to live again
I reach to you
I know you can feel it too
We'd make it through
A thousand dreams I still believe
I'd make you give them all to me
I'd hold you in my arms and never let go
I surrender
Every night's getting longer
And this fire is getting stronger, babe
I'll swallow my pride and I'll be alive
Can't you hear my call
I surrender all



@primaroselynn8908

I Surrender

There's so much life I've left to live
And this fire is burning still
When I watch you look at me
I think I could find the will
To stand for every dream
And forsake this solid ground
And give up this fear within
Of what would happen if they ever knew
I'm in love with you

'Cause I'd surrender everything
To feel the chance to live again
I reach to you
I know you can feel it too
We'd make it through
A thousand dreams I still believe
I'd make you give them all to me
I'd hold you in my arms and never let go
I surrender

I know I can't survive
Another night away from you
You're the reason I go on
And now I need to live the truth
Right now, there's no better time
From this fear I will break free
And I'll live again with love
And no they can't take that away from me
And they will see...

I'd surrender everything
To feel the chance to live again
I reach to you
I know you can feel it too
We'd make it through
A thousand dreams I still believe
I'd make you give them all to me
I'd hold you in my arms and never let go
I surrender

Every night's getting longer
And this fire is getting stronger, baby
I'll swallow my pride and I'll be alive
Can't you hear my call
I surrender all

I'd surrender everything
To feel the chance to live again
I reach to you
I know you can feel it too
We'll make it through
A thousand dreams I still believe
I'll make you give them all to me
I'll hold you in my arms and never let go
I surrender

Right here, right now
I give my life to live again
I'll break free, take me
My everything, I surrender all to you

Right now
I give my life to live again
I'll break free, take me
My everything, I surrender all to you



All comments from YouTube:

@XX-vu5jo

Being one of her former performer/dancer, it saddens me that she is now on the verge of retirement due to her disease. For those who don't know, I am retired performer for Celine Dion. I worked for her for decades. Sadly, I had to retire early due to my injuries from constant training and lack of rest through the years of serving her. Fortunately, even after retiring and during my surgeries over the years, even with her busy schedules, she never forgotten about me and my family. Our dear Madam Celine until today still provide for me and my family, may it be in terms of medications, studies of my children in the university, and also the love she still shares with us even during the holidays. Its undeniably a one of a kind experience and a person to have someone like her in our lives. Despite my challenging life, she was there ease all the pain. Now that she is the one suffering after giving her all to us, I believe she deserves all the love and care from all of us. Let's pray for her recovery and potential return for a retirement concert. She achieved it all, I believe. She deserves to spend her remaining years doing the things she haven't done while having the energy she still have left in her. Thank you. Sorry for the long comment and poor english, I am asian and not that good in english.

@benedyktszesnasty6079

in the music video I am alive, one Asian dances beautifully. I think and hope it's you. Greetings from Poland.

@benedyktszesnasty6079

in Poland we know nothing about Celine's current health condition. Is it about walking on your own feet? Is he talking?? There are only wishes from two years ago. Can you tell us anything about Celine's situation?

@ailujd

She has Stiff Persons Syndrome.
It's rare.

@gette19

What a beautiful 😢tribute to a REMARKABLE WOMAN! Celine, you, your ANGELIC voice and your music 🎶 has shaped my life even more than I myself could have ever imagined 💖.
I read this beautiful 😍 message and did not go and do any research to check in on how your were doing physically. I HOPE things are well and that you're getting better every day.

I'm sending you healing vibes and you are in my prayers 🙏 ✨️ 💛 ❤️ 💕 💓 for Papa God to bless 🙌 you and keep you healthy always! We could ALL use a little help from others in their prayers.

Thank 🌌 you ❤️ for EVERYTHING that you are!!

God Bless 🙌 🙏 ❤️ 💖 ✨️ you and God Bless us All!

AMEN!!

Love Always,
Gette 💟🌹💟🌹💟🌹

@raeqwanjordan8313

Please do NOT ever apologize!! To hear from a former performer for our beloved Celine and to hear you confirm all the things I’ve been saying about her for years just says everything! She is a literal angel on earth! I’m praying hard for a miracle!!! ☀️❤️🙏🏼

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@LucasBatistussi

Celine Dion: the incomparable. The one. The only. The legend. 

@ManuelRodriguez-yj9tq

Yes

@ManuelRodriguez-yj9tq

experience271 my favorite is Celine Dion and maybe Whitney Houston. ..

@SweetSerita

Celine is the best!!

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