Wasted
Tiësto/Matthew Koma Lyrics


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I like us better when we're wasted
It makes it easier to fake it
The only time we really talk
Is when our clothes are coming off
I like us better when we're wasted
It makes it easier to say it
Lay all your laundry on the bed
And then I'll lay in it instead
I like us better when we're wasted
Oh oh oh oh

You are a glass half empty
Sipping my ocean dry
Emotionally spent me
Til none of our planets could align
But I could stand you one more night

I like us better when we're wasted
It makes it easier to say it
Lay all your laundry on the bed
And then I'll lay in it instead
I like us better when we're wasted
Oh oh oh oh

You are a catch 22
Either way I miss out
All of the grief I'd give you
Is energy I can live without
But I could stand you one more night

I like us better when we're wasted
It makes it easier to say it
Lay all your laundry on the bed
And then I'll lay in it instead
I like us better when we're wasted
Oh oh oh oh

I like us better when we're wasted
It makes it easier to say it
Lay all your laundry on the bed
And then I'll lay in it instead




I like us better when we're wasted
Oh oh oh oh

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Wasted" by Tiësto and Matthew Koma explore the idea that people tend to reveal their true selves when they are under the influence of alcohol. The song is about two people who are not on good terms with each other but find it easier to connect and communicate when they are both drunk. When they are sober, they have issues aligning and communicating, but when they are wasted, they are able to talk and express themselves more openly.


The chorus repeats the line "I like us better when we're wasted" as a way of emphasizing the point that being drunk allows them to be more honest and open with each other. The verses also highlight the idea that the two individuals have trouble connecting emotionally, but the alcohol allows them to overcome any obstacles that might otherwise prevent them from having a conversation.


The bridge of the song suggests that the person the singer is addressing is complicated, and that the relationship between the two can be difficult at times. However, despite this, the singer feels as if he can tolerate being around the person for one more night, especially if it means that they can connect on a deeper level.


Overall, the lyrics of "Wasted" suggest that alcohol can help people overcome emotional barriers and communicate more openly, even if only temporarily.


Line by Line Meaning

I like us better when we're wasted
Our relationship is better when we're both under the influence of alcohol or drugs.


It makes it easier to fake it
Being drunk or high makes it easier to pretend that everything is okay between us.


The only time we really talk
Our communication is lacking and we only have deep conversations when we are about to have sex.


Is when our clothes are coming off
We only have meaningful conversations when we are about to have sex.


Lay all your laundry on the bed
Confide in me by sharing all your personal problems and secrets with me.


And then I'll lay in it instead
I will shoulder your burdens and offer you comfort when you share them with me.


You are a glass half empty
You always view life negatively and it is draining me.


Sipping my ocean dry
Your negative attitude is sucking up all the positive energy from our relationship.


Emotionally spent me
Your pessimism is emotionally exhausting me.


Til none of our planets could align
Your negativity is causing such a great divide between us that we cannot be in sync anymore.


But I could stand you one more night
Despite all of these issues, I am willing to spend one more night with you.


You are a catch 22
You are a no-win situation no matter which decision I make.


Either way I miss out
Whatever I choose, there will always be a negative consequence for me.


All of the grief I'd give you
All of the problems I would cause you are not worth the energy.


Is energy I can live without
It is healthier for me to not try and fix our relationship.


Oh oh oh oh
Repetition of the chorus.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Benji Madden, John Feldmann

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