My Type
The Chainsmokers Lyrics


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You don't gotta say it, I know you ain't stayin' over
And I won't even mention the fact that you're never sober
I never know which side I'm gonna get tonight
And the closer we get, the less I think I know you

But you're just my type
The kind that only calls me late at night
You can't decide if you'll be yours or mine
I hate to say it, but you're just my type
Yeah, you're just my type, yeah, yeah

Just my type
Yeah, you're just my type, yeah, yeah
Just my type
Yeah, you're just my type, yeah, yeah

And I'm foolin' myself, 'cause I know that I'll never change ya
But you told me the truth, so I guess I can't really blame ya
No, you're not the one, but you're all I want, yeah
People say I'll get hurt, I don't know what they're so afraid of

But you're just my type
The kind that only calls me late at night
You can't decide if you'll be yours or mine
I hate to say it, but you're just my type
Yeah, you're just my type, yeah, yeah

Just my type
Yeah, you're just my type, yeah, yeah
Just my type
Yeah, you're just my type, yeah, yeah

But you're just my type
The kind that only calls me late at night
You can't decide if you'll be yours or mine
I hate to say it, but you're just my type
Yeah, you're just my type, yeah, yeah

Yeah, you're just my type (oh, I hate to say it, but you're)
Yeah, you're just my type, yeah, yeah
Just my type
Yeah, you're just my type, yeah, yeah

My type
Oh, I hate to say it, but you're just my type




My type
Oh, I hate to say it, but you're just my type

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to The Chainsmokers' "My Type" describe a complicated relationship that is not very stable. The singer knows that their significant other is not going to stay over, and they also know that this person is not going to be sober. The singer is beginning to realize that they do not know their partner as well as they thought they did. However, the singer can't help but feel drawn to this person, even if they are not a good fit for them.


The chorus repeats the phrase "you're just my type," which could mean that the singer has a history of dating people who are not good for them. The singer seems to be aware of this, but they can't help but be attracted to this person. Despite the fact that their relationship is not stable, the singer is willing to go along with it because they feel a connection with this person that they can't explain.


Overall, the lyrics to this song explore the complexity of relationships and the idea that sometimes we are attracted to people who are not good for us. It is a relatable theme and is delivered through catchy lyrics that are sure to get stuck in your head.


Line by Line Meaning

You don't gotta say it, I know you ain't stayin' over
You don't have to tell me that you're not planning to stay the night


And I won't even mention the fact that you're never sober
I won't bring up the fact that you're always drunk or high


I never know which side I'm gonna get tonight
I can't predict which version of you I'll get to see tonight


And the closer we get, the less I think I know you
As we become more intimate, I feel like I know less about you


But you're just my type
Despite all this, you are the type of person I find myself drawn to


The kind that only calls me late at night
You are the kind of person who only contacts me when it's late


You can't decide if you'll be yours or mine
You can't make up your mind on whether we are together or not


I hate to say it, but you're just my type
As much as I don't want to admit it, you fit the profile of the kind of person I am attracted to


Yeah, you're just my type, yeah, yeah
You fit my ideal standard, whether I like it or not


And I'm foolin' myself, 'cause I know that I'll never change ya
I am deluding myself into believing that I can change you, even though I know I can't


But you told me the truth, so I guess I can't really blame ya
You have been honest with me, so I shouldn't be angry or disappointed


No, you're not the one, but you're all I want, yeah
You may not be the one, but you are all I desire at the moment


People say I'll get hurt, I don't know what they're so afraid of
Others warn me that I will get hurt, but I don't know why they are so fearful


Yeah, you're just my type (oh, I hate to say it, but you're)
You are exactly what I am looking for, even if I don't want to admit it


My type
You embody all the qualities that I desire


Oh, I hate to say it, but you're just my type
As much as I hate to acknowledge it, you fit the bill of what I want




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Andrew Taggart, Britt Burton, Emily Warren

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@melkonianmary4481

Anyone still here ? This song deserves way more credit ~

@skibity8559

I agree

@anormalasian9808

defo

@tejasoraon9157

@coreyhowelljr587

I’m still vibing to it

@itstrayantula7082

I just discovered this song back in March or April of this year, and man, this song gives me Pokémon: Black and White vibes or reminds me of it just like how every The Chainsmokers song makes me think of Pokémon. LOL!

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@judithclique

this nostalgic album, oh i miss 2017

@dixneuf7565

i know right, memories are coming back :((

@fent4nyl

2016-2017 was the Chainsmokers years.

@judithclique

@@fent4nyl I guess too

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