The lyrics are sad, but far from the passive heartbreak songs of the past. This Sam isn’t prepared to be overruled by an opinionated boyfriend. The essence is that the two aren’t compatible.
“This comes from a personal story about someone in my life who I’ve lost to drastic opinions. But as me, [songwriters and producers] Jimmy [Napes] and Stargate were writing it, it became a rhetoric on a certain type of person with a god complex. It’s about the ignoring of a human being and allowing someone’s drastic politics to get in the way of caring for someone else. The magic of this song came from the production: the live playing, the backing vocals. We just picked away at it until it sounded perfect. To me, it sounds super expensive.“ - via Apple Music
No God
Sam Smith Lyrics
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Whoa
Mmm
When you tell me what's on your mind
I don't know how you sleep at night, mmm
Why do you have to be in control?
When you're wrong, baby, let it go
Just because it's your opinion doesn't make it right
I say it 'cause I care for you
I'm tryin' to be there
Wanna meet you halfway, baby, you just wanna fight
I say it 'cause I care for you
I say it 'cause I care
You're no God, you're no leader
You're no saint, you're no teacher
You're no God (ain't nobody wanna hear your voice)
You're no God (ain't nobody's gonna save you, save you)
You're no God (give up)
You're no leader (repent)
You're no saint (shut up)
You're no teacher (that's enough)
You're no God (ain't nobody wanna hear your voice)
No God (ain't nobody's tryna save you, save you)
You so openly use your voice
They're your words, baby, it's your choice (baby, it's your choice)
Are you really so scared to lose?
Baby, what are you trying to prove?
You're no God (give up)
No teacher (wake up)
You're no saint (shut up)
No leader (that's enough)
You're no God (ain't nobody wanna hear your voice)
No God (ain't nobody's tryna save you, save you)
You're no God (give up)
You're no teacher (wake up)
You're no saint (shut up)
You're no leader (that's enough, now)
You're no God (ain't nobody wanna hear your voice)
No God, no God (ain't nobody's tryna save you, save you)
No, I'm never gonna change your mind
Try and see it from the other side
Somewhere between wrong or right, mmm
I know you're tryna heal the world
You're only tryna prove your worth
Oh, baby, just watch your words
You're no God, you're no teacher (no, no, no, no, no)
You're no saint, you're no leader (no, no, no, no, no)
You're no God (no, no, no, no, no)
You're no God (you-ou are no God)
You're no God, you're no teacher (no, no, no, no, no)
You're no saint, you're no leader (no, no, no, no, no)
You're no God (no, no, no, no, no)
You're no God (you-ou are no God)
(You think you're hot right now, you are no God)
(Might be on top right now, but you are no God) no God
(You think you're hot right now) so hot right now
(But you are no God) no God
(Might be on top right now, but you are no God) no God
The song "No God" by Sam Smith is a powerful and thought-provoking commentary on the dangers of arrogance and overconfidence. The lyrics speak to the idea that just because someone has a strong opinion or a powerful voice, it doesn't necessarily mean that they are always right or that others should follow them blindly.
Smith begins by addressing someone directly and questioning their need to always be in control and to have the final say in every situation. He points out that just because something is their opinion, that doesn't automatically make it right. The chorus then repeats the phrase "You're no God" several times in rapid succession, contrasting the idea of someone who thinks they are all-powerful with the reality that they are just another flawed human being.
Later in the song, Smith encourages this person to consider the other side of things and to think carefully before they speak. He acknowledges that they may have good intentions and want to make a positive difference in the world, but warns that they need to be more humble and less dogmatic if they are going to be truly effective.
Overall, Sam Smith's "No God" is a powerful reminder that none of us are infallible, and that the most effective leaders and teachers are those who are willing to listen and learn from others.
Line by Line Meaning
When you tell me what's on your mind
I am willing to listen to what you have to say.
I don't know how you sleep at night, mmm
Your need to control everything must weigh heavily on you and impact your ability to rest.
Why do you have to be in control?
Your constant need for control is concerning and disruptive.
When you're wrong, baby, let it go
It's okay to be wrong sometimes, don't hold on to it.
Just because it's your opinion doesn't make it right
Your opinion is not a fact, it's subjective.
I say it 'cause I care for you
I want you to see things from a different perspective because I care about you.
Wanna meet you halfway, baby, you just wanna fight
I'm willing to work with you, but you always seem to want to argue.
You're no God, you're no leader
You do not have the authority to rule over everything and everyone.
You're no saint, you're no teacher
You are not always right and you do not have all the answers.
No God (give up)
Stop trying to control everything and everyone.
No teacher (wake up)
You don't know everything, there is always more to learn.
You're no saint (shut up)
Don't act like you are perfect and above everyone else.
No leader (that's enough)
You cannot lead everyone and everything, sometimes it's best to step back.
No God (ain't nobody wanna hear your voice)
People do not want to constantly hear you trying to control everything and everyone.
No God (ain't nobody's tryna save you, save you)
Nobody wants to constantly try to rescue you from your own need for control.
You so openly use your voice
You are always speaking your mind and trying to control situations.
They're your words, baby, it's your choice (baby, it's your choice)
You have the freedom to speak your mind, but you also need to be mindful of how it affects others.
Are you really so scared to lose?
Your need for control stems from a fear of losing something or someone important to you.
Baby, what are you trying to prove?
Your constant need for control does not benefit anyone, including yourself.
No, I'm never gonna change your mind
I cannot force you to see things from a different perspective.
Try and see it from the other side
It's important to try to understand another person's perspective.
Somewhere between wrong or right, mmm
The truth is often somewhere in the middle of two opposing views.
I know you're tryna heal the world
You have good intentions but your approach is not always effective.
You're only tryna prove your worth
Your need for control stems from a desire to prove your worth to others and yourself.
Oh, baby, just watch your words
Be mindful of what you say and how it affects others.
(You think you're hot right now, you are no God)
Your current position of power does not give you the right to control others.
(Might be on top right now, but you are no God) no God
Your current success does not make you invincible or all-knowing.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: James John Napier, Mikkel Eriksen, Sam Smith, Tor Hermansen
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@ThePublicAffair
Am I the only one who currently has this song on repeat??! I love it so much!
@user-uu6uu9ll6z
its amazing
@rhui917
Meee repeat every single day lol
@braidenblainebarrow2842
I actually want to listen to rest of the album but I'm stuck here it's too good
@adrianriley1939
There's a good lil Puppet:
https://youtu.be/gTkbVvItZV0
@jas3161
Trust me, you're not alone! This is my favorite from the album.
@Grace_Zandile97
It's giving me all the feels. The raw emotion in his voice paired with powerful lyrics is truly breathtaking. #nogod #powerful #Samsmith
@caidendaniel4537
Jesus saves, he offers eternal life(heaven) John 3:16
@helviorubens
Essa música é bem mais profunda do que pode parecer a uma primeira ouvida. Linda, uma das minha favoritas, já to esperando o clipe.
@caidendaniel4537
Jesus saves, he offers eternal life (heaven) John 3:16