Ordinary Superstar
Rina Sawayama Lyrics

You know...
Acknowledging a shared understanding about the world we live in.

It's not all it seems
The reality of how things appear is not always accurate.

Underneath it all
Beneath the surface, there is more to discover.

We're all human beings
Despite our differences, we are all mortal and imperfect creatures.

Girl on the screen, look at me
Addressing a celebrity figure who seems distant or unapproachable.

I never would've guessed that we'd be friends
Expressing surprise at the idea of forming a connection with someone famous.

Oh, but you don't want to be seen with me
Recognizing the social hierarchy that exists between a celebrity and a regular person.

I wanna see what you see
Desiring to gain a different perspective or insight from the famous person's experience.

We're living in a world that's full of hate
Observing the prevalence of negativity and hostility in our society.

Oh, but you don't care what they say
Noticing a celebrity's disregard for public opinion or criticism.

Do you?
Asking a rhetorical question about the celebrity's true motivation or feelings.

I'm just an ordinary superstar
Asserting that despite one's fame or success, they are still a regular person with flaws and struggles.

So far but always hanging where you are
Acknowledging the physical and social distance between a celebrity and their fans, yet emphasizing their shared humanity.

Don't you wanna be ordinary with me?
Inviting the celebrity to share a common experience and break down the barrier between them.

Girl on the screen, you're the queen
Addressing a female celebrity who is highly regarded or influential in their industry.

But you're living in a cloud where there's no rain
Commenting on the celebrity's privileged and sheltered lifestyle, free from the struggles and hardships of ordinary life.

Oh, what if it all went away, today?
Pointing out the sudden loss or downfall of fame and success that can occur in the entertainment industry.

Then what's left inside?
Asking a question about the celebrity's identity and values once their fame is stripped away.

You're just an ordinary superstar
Reaffirming the idea that even famous people are still human and subject to the same experiences as everyone else.

So look at me, oh wow
Drawing attention to oneself in comparison to the celebrity.

I'm doing this for myself only
Asserting that one's actions are driven by personal motivation rather than external expectations or pressure.

Or, so I thought
Reconsidering one's initial rationale for their behavior and acknowledging the influence of others.

Don't you wanna be ordinary with me? (Superstar)
Repeating the invitation to share a common experience and redefine the relationship between a celebrity and their fans.

Don't you wanna be ordinary with me? (Where you are)
Emphasizing the connection between the celebrity and their fans despite the physical distance or social status.

Don't you wanna be ordinary with me? (Superstar)
Repeating the invitation and invoking the juxtaposition between the celebrity's status and their basic humanity.

I'm just like you
Providing a final affirmation of the shared identity between the celebrity and their fans.