As a child, Grey performed professionally with her mother in a folk duo called Generations. In 2003, Grey moved to Los Angeles and recorded a demo under the alias Holly Brook, which would be her stage name for several years. In 2004 she signed a publishing deal with Universal Music Publishing Group and a recording contract with American rock band Linkin Park’s Warner Bros. Records’ label imprint, Machine Shop Recordings. She would later release her debut album, Like Blood Like Honey, under the labels in 2006.
In 2010, after moving to Oregon, she co-wrote Eminem and Rihanna's No.1 hit single "Love the Way You Lie" alongside British record producer Alex da Kid, who subsequently signed her to his label imprint, KIDinaKORNER. Her work with Eminem on Love the Way You Lie was the first of many collaborations between the two.
Grey's second album and first under the pseudonym Skylar Grey, Don't Look Down, was released in July 2013. Her third album, Natural Causes, was released in September 2016. In 2019, Grey announced that she had left Interscope Records, and released an EP, Angel With Tattoos, in October of the same year. She released her fourth album, the eponymous Skylar Grey, in April of 2022. In 2023, she announced her intention to re-record her hit songs after selling her music catalogue two years prior to be able to afford to settle a divorce suit.
Grey is perhaps best known as a guest vocalist on several hit singles, including Fort Minor's "Where'd You Go", P. Diddy's "Coming Home", Dr. Dre's "I Need a Doctor", Macklemore's "Glorious", and more. She has also written for number of other prominent artists, including but not limited to Kehlani, Pink, Nicki Minaj, Céline Dion, and Beyoncé. Her music has featured in multiple films, including Suicide Squad, The Fate of the Furious, Aquaman, and Venom: Let There Be Carnage. Over her career Grey has accumulated five Grammy nominations, including nominations in the categories of Song of the Year and Album of the Year.
Wear Me Out
Skylar Grey Lyrics
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Playin' with fire and daddy's gun
Fallin' in love on stolen wine
Where did we go wrong, my foolish child?
She said, I'm too young to drink
Too green to think
You say these things and it wears me out
Like old blue jeans
'Cause you wear me out, you wear me out
Well who are you to judge, miss accidental wife?
Who was the genius that brought me to life?
Well you're such a hypocrite, to think me so unwise
I'm just trying to see the world
Through my own eyes
But you say, I'm too young to drink
Too green to think
You say these things and it wears me out
Too young, too frail but sometimes I feel
Like old blue jeans
'Cause you wear me out, you wear me out
Well I'm tattered and torn, see what you do?
Just admit it was all because of you
When I don't come home 'til the early morning, yeah yeah yeah
I'm too young to drink
Too green to think
You say these things and it wears me out
Too young, too frail but sometimes I feel
Like old blue jeans
'Cause you wear me out, you wear me out
Don't you know that you wear me out
You wear me out
The lyrics of Skylar Grey's song "Wear Me Out" offer insight into the strained relationship between a parent and a young child seeking independence. The first set of lyrics introduces the girl as someone who is constantly on the move and engaging in risky behavior. The line, "where did we go wrong, my foolish child?" hints at the parent's concern for their child's wellbeing, yet disappointment in their actions.
The following lines highlight the girl's desire for independence, as she claims to be "too young to drink, too green to think". However, she feels worn out by the constant judgement and expectations placed on her by her parent. The line "sometimes I feel like old blue jeans" suggests that the girl desires to feel comfortable and accepted, just as a pair of old jeans does.
As the song continues, tensions rise between the parent and child. The lyrics "who was the genius that brought me to life" and "you're such a hypocrite, to think me so unwise" suggest that the girl feels unsupported and misunderstood by her parent. The final set of lyrics reveal a sense of rebellion in the girl, as she stays out until the early morning and walks away feeling worn out by her parent's expectations.
Overall, "Wear Me Out" offers a raw and emotional portrayal of the struggle for independence and acceptance that young adults often experience in their relationships with their parents.
Line by Line Meaning
Smart ass little girl, always on the run
The girl is immature and provokes others with her actions.
Playin' with fire and daddy's gun
She engages in dangerous activities and has access to lethal weapons.
Fallin' in love on stolen wine
She has a tendency to make bad decisions, especially when under the influence.
Where did we go wrong, my foolish child?
The person addressing her is disappointed in her behavior and blames themselves for her shortcomings.
She said, I'm too young to drink
She recognizes her own limitation on certain activities.
Too green to think
She is inexperienced, impulsive and doesn't think about the consequences of her actions.
You say these things and it wears me out
Receiving criticism from others is emotionally draining for her.
Too young, too frail but sometimes I feel
Despite her limitations, she has moments of strength.
Like old blue jeans
She feels comfortable and familiar in certain situations.
'Cause you wear me out, you wear me out
She blames the person addressing her for her own shortcomings and emotional exhaustion.
Well who are you to judge, miss accidental wife?
She questions the credibility of the person addressing her and calls them out for their own mistakes.
Who was the genius that brought me to life?
She implies that the person addressing her is responsible for her being alive and therefore has a duty to support her.
Well you're such a hypocrite, to think me so unwise
She criticizes the person addressing her for being a hypocrite and underestimating her intelligence.
I'm just trying to see the world
She is curious and open-minded towards new experiences and perspectives.
Through my own eyes
She wants to form her own judgments rather than being told what to think.
Well I'm tattered and torn, see what you do?
She feels damaged and exhausted from the criticism and lack of support from the person addressing her.
Just admit it was all because of you
She wants the person addressing her to take responsibility for their mistakes and admit fault.
When I don't come home 'til the early morning, yeah yeah yeah
She engages in reckless behavior that has implications on her safety and well-being.
Don't you know that you wear me out
She reiterates that the person addressing her is the cause of her emotional exhaustion.
You wear me out
She concludes the song with a repetition of the main message, that the person addressing her is the source of her distress.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: HOLLY FAFFERMANN, JONATHAN ROTEM
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Skylar Grey
Wear Me Out
Smart ass little girl, always on the run
Playin' with fire and daddy's gun
Fallin' in love on stolen wine
Where did we go wrong, my foolish child?
She said, I'm too young to drink
Too green to think
You say these things and it wears me out
Too young, too frail but sometimes I feel
Like old blue jeans
'Cause you wear me out, you wear me out
Well who are you to judge, miss accidental wife?
Who was the genius that brought me to life?
Well you're such a hypocrite, to think me so unwise
I'm just trying to see the world
Through my own eyes
But you say, I'm too young to drink
Too green to think
You say these things and it wears me out
Too young, too frail but sometimes I feel
Like old blue jeans
'Cause you wear me out, you wear me out
Well I'm tattered and torn, see what you do?
Just admit it was all because of you
When I don't come home 'til the early morning
I'm too young to drink
Too green to think
You say these things and it wears me out
Too young, too frail but sometimes I feel
Like old blue jeans
'Cause you wear me out, you wear me out
Don't you know that you wear me out
You wear me out
kait c
I absolutely love skyler grey , I listen to her everyday. Why people don't give her more credit I have no clue. She's talented, a good wrighter, she has her own spin, and her voice is AMAZING. Wish people noticed her more.
shivank goel
This song deserves many more views. Such a beautiful song and so catchy. Can't stop listening to it ever since I first heard it a couple of years ago.
linnnddsss
i absolutely love this girl. great songwriter and has an amazing voice to boot. i'm so glad she's releasing an album instead of just being the mastermind writer behind some of the biggest songs (love the way you lie, etc...) can't wait to hear what else she's got!
DarkHorseEnterprises
Skylar - please dont stop making music. You are great.
TJ Matthews
Great song and video, she has a great voice
queenhawtnezz
she's so good but sadly underrated both as a singer and songwriter.
翁淑彩
May you have a bright future. ;)
FinkGaming
dont think she's underrated at all... people who understand the real music will truly become her fan.. she ain't need no trash fans tho
Vero309
Her voice is amazing! I love it.
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Skylar真的好適合這種氣質 每次都能唱到內心深處