Excuse Me
Turntablerocker Lyrics


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Excuse me am I OK
Cause it's sure looks like I've destroyed your day
Is it something that I have that you don't have
Or is it something that I said over you sleep bad

Excuse me what did i do
Oh I stepped on your fancy shoes
Not just one but on both
You paid a high price, I realize
Now a new pair i gotta buy right give me your size

But what is it that you wanna prove
When you keep criticizing everything I do

Why do you care about what I wear
And that I don't style my hair like she does or he does
Excuse me for breathing your air
What does it take to make your hips shake
To see your hands in waste
If I see a smile in your face
I'd be amazed, tell me what does it take

what does it take
what does it take
what does it take
what does it take
what does it take
what does it take
what does it take
what does it take
what does it take
to laugh straight

But what is it that you wanna prove
When you keep criticizing everything I do

Excuse me what did I say
Did I go on your nerves again
Am I about to loose here my only friend
You know that I'd understand
Don't wanna work this over and over again

Well excuse me but what do you know
I am never that? that I can't say no
No ratter you trying to make me feel so low

Never meant to shout but when I'm all? I turn to get loud
Never meant to shout but when I'm all? I turn to get loud
don't expect me to excuse myself for opening my mouth
Never meant to shout but when I'm all? I turn to get loud
don't expect me to excuse myself for opening my mouth
Never meant to shout

But what is it that you wanna prove

When you keep criticizing everything I do

But what is it that you wanna prove





When you keep criticizing everything I do

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Turntablerocker's "Excuse Me" explore the tension that can arise between friends due to differing personalities and priorities. The singer seems to be in a situation where they feel attacked and scrutinized by their friend for their lifestyle choices and behaviors. The repeated line "what does it take" suggests a sense of frustration, as the singer is unable to meet their friend's expectations or gain their approval. The singer is aware of their faults and acknowledges when they've made a mistake, as seen in the lines "Oh I stepped on your fancy shoes / You paid a high price, I realize / Now a new pair I gotta buy / Right give me your size." However, the constant criticism and pressure from their friend causes them to lash out and defend themselves, as seen in the line "Don't expect me to excuse myself for opening my mouth."


The song touches on themes of self-worth, authenticity, and the importance of maintaining healthy boundaries in relationships. The singer seems to be questioning why their friend is so invested in their personal choices, as seen in the lines "Why do you care about what I wear / And that I don't style my hair like she does or he does / Excuse me for breathing your air." The repeated question of "what does it take" suggests a desire to understand what they can do to make their friend happy, while also asserting their own autonomy and right to live their life on their own terms.


Overall, "Excuse Me" is a catchy and relatable commentary on the complexities of friendship and the difficulties that can arise when we try to please others at the expense of our own happiness.


Line by Line Meaning

Excuse me am I OK
I apologize for any wrongdoing, but I need to know if you are upset with me.


Cause it's sure looks like I've destroyed your day
Based on your expression, you seem extremely upset with me, and I'm sorry for causing that type of reaction.


Is it something that I have that you don't have
Is there something that I possess that makes you envious and therefore inclined to act out towards me?


Or is it something that I said over you sleep bad
Did something I say unknowingly keep you up at night and contribute to your anger towards me?


Excuse me what did i do
I apologize if I did something wrong, can you please let me know what it is so I can make it right?


Oh I stepped on your fancy shoes
I recognize that I accidentally ruined something that was important to you - your expensive shoes.


Not just one but on both
I didn't just damage one shoe - I damaged both.


You paid a high price, I realize
I understand how much your shoes cost, and I'm sorry for the financial burden I created.


Now a new pair i gotta buy right give me your size
I'm willing to make this right by purchasing you a new pair of shoes in the correct size.


But what is it that you wanna prove
I'm confused about what you're trying to accomplish by constantly criticizing my actions.


When you keep criticizing everything I do
It seems like no matter what I do, you always find something to criticize or complain about, and it's causing me frustration.


Why do you care about what I wear
I'm perplexed by why my fashion choices matter to you and why you feel the need to comment on them.


And that I don't style my hair like she does or he does
I'm confused as to why my hairstyle matters and why you are comparing it to others.


Excuse me for breathing your air
I'm sorry if my presence bothers you or if I'm somehow causing an issue just by being here.


What does it take to make your hips shake
What do I have to do to get you to drop this negative attitude and have some fun?


To see your hands in waste
What kind of activity or event would make you excited enough to dance and let loose?


If I see a smile on your face
If I'm able to make you happy or content, it would be a great feat for me.


I'd be amazed, tell me what does it take
Your happiness is important to me, and I want to know what I can do to achieve it and stop this negative cycle.


what does it take
I'm asking again - what do I need to do to end this pattern of negativity and bring happiness to our relationship?


what does it take
I'm still looking for a resolution - what can I do to make you happy?


what does it take
I'm reiterating my question - I want to find a way to make things better between us.


what does it take
I'm still searching for that solution - what can I do to improve this situation?


what does it take
I'm still trying to find an answer - what can I do to make things better?


what does it take
I'm persistent in my pursuit to make things right - please tell me what I can do to improve this relationship.


what does it take
I'm hopeful that there's a resolution - please share with me what I can do to make things better.


to laugh straight
I am trying to find a way to mend the relationship so that we can both find joy in each other's company again.


Excuse me what did I say
I apologize if I said something hurtful or offensive - please help me understand what it was so I can avoid doing it again in the future.


Did I go on your nerves again
Am I irritating you again without realizing it? Please let me know so that I can make an effort to change my behavior.


Am I about to lose here my only friend
I'm worried that because of our constant conflicts, I'm losing my only friend - please tell me what I can do to keep our friendship intact.


You know that I'd understand
I want to assure you that I am not going to judge you if you tell me something negative about myself - I would actually appreciate your honesty.


Don't wanna work this over and over again
I'm exhausted by this cycle of negativity - please let's find a way to resolve things and move forward in a positive direction.


Well excuse me but what do you know
I'm sorry, but I don't think you have all the answers - despite your criticism, I have agency and confidence in myself.


I am never that? that I can't say no
I have personal boundaries and I am able to say no if something doesn't feel comfortable or right.


No ratter you trying to make me feel so low
Despite your attempts to put me down, I am capable of standing up for myself and maintaining my self-respect.


Never meant to shout but when I'm all? I turn to get loud
I apologize for raising my voice, but sometimes when I feel passionate or strongly about something, I can't help but express myself loudly.


Don't expect me to excuse myself for opening my mouth
I'm not going to apologize for speaking my mind or asserting myself - I have the right to express my opinions and stand up for myself.


But what is it that you wanna prove
I'm still confused about why you feel the need to constantly criticize and belittle me.


When you keep criticizing everything I do
It's really frustrating to feel like I can't do anything right because you are always finding something to criticize or complain about.


But what is it that you wanna prove
I truly want to understand your motivations for constantly belittling and criticizing me - is there something I am not picking up on?


When you keep criticizing everything I do
It would be helpful to me if you could provide examples or more specific feedback about what I'm doing wrong so that I can learn from my mistakes and improve myself.




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