Reborn
The Cheap Thrills Lyrics


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I don't think I can talk to you
Because you’re more drunk than me
Spitting in my ears
I've disliked you for years
I don't want to be rude to you
But the only way I see
Is escaping through your tears
Embracing all my fears
I led you on
You let me down
I toed the line
I wore the crown of thorns
I'm reborn
You sat me down
God knows you tried
I know you might frown
But I know you lie
I know I'm reborn
I'm reborn, I'm reborn, I'm reborn
I've been born again
This is my New Testament
Am I Judas's son?
Forgive me of my sins
You don't know where I've been
In the room there is an elephant
But the awkwardness is gone
Reborn like all the kings
You don't know where I've been
I led you on
You let me down
I toed the line
I wore the crown of thorns
I'm reborn
You sat me down
God knows you tried
I know you might frown
But I know you lie
I know I'm reborn




I'm reborn, I'm reborn, I'm reborn
I've been born again

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to The Cheap Thrills' song "Reborn" convey a sense of frustration, resentment, and introspection within a relationship that has become strained. The singer feels unable to communicate with the other person because they are too intoxicated, which adds to the tension between them. The line "spitting in my ears" suggests that the other person's words and actions are hurtful and disrespectful.


The singer admits to harboring feelings of dislike towards the other person for years, indicating that this strained dynamic has been present for some time. They struggle to find a way to address the situation and express their emotions without being rude. The mention of "escaping through your tears" implies that the singer seeks solace in the vulnerability and emotions displayed by the other person.


The chorus speaks of being reborn, symbolizing a personal transformation or a new beginning. It suggests that the singer has endured hardships and a sense of betrayal in their relationship with the other person. The reference to wearing a "crown of thorns" alludes to feelings of pain and sacrifice.


The bridge of the song introduces religious imagery, comparing the singer to Judas, asking for forgiveness of their sins, and questioning their own identity. This section hints at a deeper exploration of guilt and redemption.


Overall, "Reborn" captures the complexities and frustrations of a troubled relationship, while also touching on themes of personal growth and reflection.


Line by Line Meaning

I don't think I can talk to you
I feel unable to communicate with you


Because you’re more drunk than me
Due to your level of intoxication surpassing mine


Spitting in my ears
Speaking in a disrespectful and hurtful manner


I've disliked you for years
I have held negative feelings towards you for an extended period of time


I don't want to be rude to you
I wish to avoid showing disrespect or impoliteness towards you


But the only way I see
However, the sole solution I perceive


Is escaping through your tears
Involves finding an escape route within the expression of your emotions


Embracing all my fears
Fully accepting and confronting all of my fears


I led you on
I intentionally created false expectations or impressions


You let me down
You disappointed me


I toed the line
I followed the rules or stayed within the acceptable limits


I wore the crown of thorns
I endured suffering and pain, like a crown of thorns


I'm reborn
I have experienced a spiritual or personal transformation


You sat me down
You had a serious conversation with me


God knows you tried
It is recognized that you made an effort


I know you might frown
I am aware that you may disapprove


But I know you lie
Nevertheless, I am certain that you are being dishonest


I've been born again
I have undergone a complete rebirth or renewal


This is my New Testament
This signifies a new chapter or era in my life


Am I Judas's son?
Am I akin to Judas, the Bible character who betrayed Jesus?


Forgive me of my sins
Grant me forgiveness for my wrongdoings


You don't know where I've been
You are unaware of the experiences I have had


In the room there is an elephant
There is an obvious and uncomfortable issue present


But the awkwardness is gone
However, the discomfort or tension has dissipated


Reborn like all the kings
Reborn similar to how kings are symbolically reborn or regain power


I've been born again
I have undergone a complete rebirth or renewal




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Lewis Pike, Anton Eager, Terry Eaves, Callum Fitzpatrick, Alex Quinn

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