Sofi Tukker is an electronic music duo, formed in 2014, consisting of Sophi… Read Full Bio ↴Sofi Tukker is an electronic music duo, formed in 2014, consisting of Sophie Hawley-Weld and Tucker Halpern, who live in New York. Sophie is originally German but considers herself a Brazilian at heart, because of her passion for Latin and African rythyms. Tucker was a basketball player before an injury ended his career as an athlete and brought him to music.

Discography:

Albums:
2018: Treehouse
EPs:
2016: Soft Animals
2019: Dancing on the People

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Sofi Tukker Lyrics

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Take off the day, go back to sleep
Cover the mud onto my cheek
Make up my moves, break out myself
Used to think you were a freak
Used to think you were hard though

Shame, you killed my spirit and you're useless
Sugar, you're addictive and so ruthless

Speaking in absolute
Maybe distractive, maybe stupid
But I have a voice
And I'm gonna use it

Take me now (turn it out)
Turning in (turn it south)
I was sly (I was scrolling)
Just to know (t-turn me out)
Don't you dare (look at me)
With that eloquent stare, you dance

Take me now (turn it out)
Turning in (turn it south)
I was sly (I was scrolling)
Just to know (t-turn me out)
Don't you dare (look at me)
With that eloquent stare, you dance

1, 2, 3!
Like this
Like this?
Na, na, na, na
Like this
Like this?
Na, na, na, na

I am far too reckless 'til I have just one drink (true)
Took the time to touch a Taurus, it's spinning in, you think (okay)

Shame, you killed my spirit and you're useless
Sugar, you're addictive and so ruthless

Speaking in absolute
Maybe distractive, maybe stupid
But I have a voice
And I'm gonna use it

Take me now (turn it out)
Turning in (turn it south)
I was sly (I was scrolling)
Just to know (t-turn me out)
Don't you dare (look at me)
With that eloquent stare, you dance

1, 2, 3!
Like this!
Like this?
Na na na na
Like this!
Like this?
Na na na na
Like this!
Like this?
Na na na na
Like this!

Like this?
Mmmmm no!

Overall Meaning

The song "Like This" by Sofi Tukker is a high-energy dance track about taking control and using one's voice. The opening lines of the song suggest a desire to escape reality, to "take off the day" and "go back to sleep." But this feeling is juxtaposed with a determination to break free and be oneself, even if that means being seen as "distractive" or "stupid" by others. The lyrics express frustration with someone who "killed" the singer's spirit, but also a refusal to be held back any longer. The repeated refrain of "like this" reinforces the idea that one should embrace their own unique way of doing things and not be afraid to stand out.

The song's upbeat tempo and catchy chorus make it a popular dance floor anthem, but the lyrics also have a deeper meaning about self-expression and the courage to be different. Sofi Tukker's signature blend of electronic beats and live instrumentation creates an infectious energy that encourages listeners to let loose and be themselves.

Line by Line Meaning

Take off the day, go back to sleep
I'm exhausted and need to rest

Cover the mud onto my cheek
I need to cleanse myself and start anew

Make up my moves, break out myself
I need to find my own path and be independent

Used to think you were a freak
I used to see you as unique and different

Used to think you were hard though
I used to see you as tough and strong

Shame, you killed my spirit and you're useless
You hurt me deeply and have no value in my life

Sugar, you're addictive and so ruthless
You may be sweet, but you can be harmful and unforgiving

Speaking in absolute
I'm being direct and clear

Maybe distractive, maybe stupid
It may seem like I'm not making sense, but I have a purpose

But I have a voice
I have something to say and I won't stay silent

And I'm gonna use it
I will speak up and express myself

Take me now (turn it out)
I'm ready to go all in and let loose

Turning in (turn it south)
I'm changing direction and taking a new path

I was sly (I was scrolling)
I was being sneaky and looking for information

Just to know (t-turn me out)
I want to understand and uncover the truth

Don't you dare (look at me)
Don't judge me or make me feel inferior

With that eloquent stare, you dance
You may look composed, but you're still dancing and letting loose

1, 2, 3!
Let's get started!

Like this
Follow my lead

Like this?
Do you understand?

Na, na, na, na
Let's keep the beat going

I am far too reckless 'til I have just one drink (true)
I tend to make impulsive decisions when I drink alcohol

Took the time to touch a Taurus, it's spinning in, you think (okay)
I took the opportunity to connect with someone who is stubborn, and it's working out

Mmmmm no!
I don't agree with this, I'm putting my foot down

Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Sophie Hawley-Weld, Tucker Halpern

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