When You Wasn't Famous
The Streets Lyrics

Ahhh see right see the thing that's got it all fucked up now is camera-phones
It's hard to do drugs in public because everyone has a camera-phone and could catch you doing it.

When you're a famous boy, it gets really easy to get girls,
Being famous makes it easy to attract girls.

It's all so easy you get a bit spoiled.
Fame can make you feel entitled and pampered.

So, when you try to pull a girl, who is also famous too,
However, when you try to get with another famous person, it's different.

It feels just like when you wasn't famous.
It can feel challenging and somewhat normal, just like pre-fame experiences.

The celebrity pages in papers don't tell tales that are always to the line of the truth.
Media can manipulate truth to create stories that sell.

It's 'til a line at which most likely you'll have the time, or enough finance to sue.
News companies push the boundary of what is legal and ethical with the hope that they don't get sued.

Which is why it's so frightening buying papers in the morning fearing the next Mike Skinner scoop.
That's why it feels scary to read the news every day and wonder what stories will come out next.

But I realized, with you the truth could be, a whole lot worse than the flack.
Sometimes the truth is more damaging than the rumors and speculation.

My whole life I never thought I'd see, a pop star smoke crack.
It's shocking to see famous people fall into drug use.

And I must admit I was quite shocked, with that thing you did with me on my back.
It's surprising when a famous person does something inappropriate or unexpected.

But, outside in the lobby, I shouldn't have laughed when you slapped that man.
Violent behavior is not amusing and should not be encouraged, regardless of fame.

You were so much fun, I really got to like you more than you liked me,
It's easy to become enamored with famous people and mistake their charm for a deeper connection.

I really hoped that you'd stay.
There's a desire for famous people to stick around and be a part of one's everyday life.

Considering the amount of prang you'd done, you looked amazing on cd:uk.
Despite the ups and downs of fame, celebrities are expected to maintain a polished and glamorous image.

You learn dances, do promo, cameras flashing, get in the van, zoom away (reeeoow).
Famous people have to constantly work and perform, even when they're not feeling their best.

I wake up high, diss my beat feel hung over and sorry for my doomed day.
It's easy to get caught up in the highs and lows of fame and feel overwhelmed or hopeless.

But I know I got a bit close to you, and that you found it fucking boring.
Sometimes, getting to know a famous person on a deeper level is not as exciting as expected.

You taught me so much about how to deal with the how far I'd fallin' in.
Famous people can teach others valuable lessons about coping with fame and its consequences.

And what version of a rumor would next day be everyone's story of me.
Even with good intentions, famous people can easily become the subject of rumors and speculation.

You taught me all the realities and turn the page and ignore 'em.
Famous people must learn ways to cope with negativity and move on.

Anyway, I had to rest my beer hat, delete my dealer's number and unroll my bank notes.
Sometimes, making changes is necessary to stay out of trouble and away from temptation.

And we were on borrowed time anyway, what with the daily toilet papers not knowin'.
Famous people always live in fear of being exposed by the media.

And I knew that when the people who thought they knew you, when they found out,
Revelations about famous people can surprise even those who thought they knew them well.

I would've been mocked.
Others might ridicule or make fun of someone for being fooled by a famous person.

Which is ironic, 'cause in reality, standing next to you I look fucking soft.
Despite idolizing famous people, the reality is that they are not always what they seem and it can make fans appear naive or foolish.

Whenever I see you on MTV, I can't stop my big wide smile.
Even when fans know the harsh reality of fame, it can still be exciting and enjoyable to see their idols on TV.

And past the 'children's appeal', I see the darkness behind.
Despite having a youthful and innocent image, there can be dark truths hidden behind the polished image of a famous person.

We both know the scratches on my back, much better than the alludes and lies.
Famous people often have to deal with physical and emotional scars that are not visible to the public.

I miss the bitchin' and shoutin', but I'm glad I got out in time.
Despite the excitement and allure of fame, it's important to remember the negative aspects and not get too involved.

You can't keep fucking pop stars, we've got a fucking business to run. There are industry repercussions, Michael!
Famous people must remember that their actions have consequences, both for themselves and for the people around them.

I know.
Despite the challenges of fame, it's a reality that famous people must accept and navigate as best they can.