Say Something
Victoria Justice & Max Lyrics


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I hate when you call cuz I get real nauseous
When I get around you I’m cautious
Cuz a nigga like you ain’t honest
But it sucks I’ve known u the longest
Preach like the decon but only want payback
My demons they tell me you say that
Damon Wayans, homie don’t play that
You lame so that’s why I laid back
I don’t wanna live you right
Pray for the kid in night
Mama ain’t teach me to fight
I’m just a boy
Who don’t know the world
But something ain’t right nah
Look me in the eye when you tell me something
I can tell your lie, lie
I can tell your lying
Gonna say goodbye if you don’t give me something
Face is full of smiles but I can tell your lie, lie
Lying, lying
I can’t trust your smile if I can’t trust your judgement
Know we won’t survive if I can’t trust your judgement
Know we won’t survive if I can’t trust your judgement
I don’t wanna fight the feeling
No I don’t wanna be your friend, no
I’m not staying in this place
Run away, run away, runaway, yeah
Look me in the eye when you tell me something
I can tell your lie, lie
I can tell your lying
Gonna say goodbye if you don’t give me something
Face is full of smiles but I can tell your lie, lie
Lying, lying
I can’t trust your smile if I can’t trust your judgement
Know we won’t survive if I can’t trust your judgement
Know we won’t survive if I can’t trust your judgement
Why you make it hard for a boy like me?
Everywhere I go they don’t like me
I thought that you would see the light
I saw that look in your eyes
I just don’t know how to lie
I’m just a boy with the wings of a fly
I’m just a boy who don’t know how to cry
I cut my hand cuz I wanted to die
Grew up to fast now I’m sick of this
Peter Pan I’m a live it up right
Fuck a friend got me feelin all tight
Do my dance I might drink it all night
In my head bitch I’ll be alright
I got dreams of sitting in Maybachs
If you sick of my shit then say that
Don’t call me no names I hate that
I don’t wanna complain that’s played out
Look me in the eye when you tell me something
Lie, lie
Lie, lie




Gonna say goodbye if you don’t give me something
Know we won’t survive if I can’t trust your judgement

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Victoria Justice & Max's song "Say Something" explore themes of mistrust and deception within a relationship. The singer expresses their discomfort and uneasiness when their partner calls them, as it makes them feel nauseous. They are cautious around their partner, believing that they are not honest and cannot be trusted. Despite knowing this, the singer finds it difficult to let go of the relationship because of their long history together. The lyrics also touch upon the idea of putting on a facade and hiding true feelings behind a smiling face. The singer desires honesty and transparency from their partner, realizing that without trust, the relationship cannot survive.


Overall, the lyrics highlight the internal conflict and emotional turmoil experienced by the singer who is torn between their feelings for their partner and their need for honesty and trust in the relationship.


Line by Line Meaning

I hate when you call cuz I get real nauseous
I feel sick and uncomfortable whenever you call me.


When I get around you I’m cautious
I am careful and wary when I am in your presence.


Cuz a nigga like you ain’t honest
Because someone like you is not trustworthy.


But it sucks I’ve known u the longest
It's unfortunate that I have known you for a long time.


Preach like the decon but only want payback
You pretend to be righteous, but you only seek revenge.


My demons they tell me you say that
My inner fears and doubts tell me that you say negative things about me.


Damon Wayans, homie don’t play that
Like a famous comedian, I refuse to tolerate your behavior.


You lame so that’s why I laid back
You are uncool, which is why I choose to stay relaxed and distant.


I don’t wanna live you right
I don't want to have a relationship with you anymore.


Pray for the kid in night
I hope for guidance and protection in times of darkness.


Mama ain’t teach me to fight
My mother did not teach me to engage in conflict.


I’m just a boy
I am still young and inexperienced.


Who don’t know the world
I lack knowledge and understanding of the world.


But something ain’t right nah
There is something wrong or unsettling.


Look me in the eye when you tell me something
Confront me directly and honestly when communicating with me.


I can tell your lie, lie
I can detect that you are lying.


Gonna say goodbye if you don’t give me something
I will end our relationship if you don't provide me with what I need.


Face is full of smiles but I can tell your lie, lie
Although you appear happy, I can still see through your lies.


Lying, lying
You are consistently dishonest.


I can’t trust your smile if I can’t trust your judgement
I cannot have faith in your intentions if I cannot rely on your decision-making.


Know we won’t survive if I can’t trust your judgement
Our relationship will not survive if I cannot have confidence in your choices.


Why you make it hard for a boy like me?
Why do you create difficulties for someone as young and vulnerable as me?


Everywhere I go they don’t like me
I feel disliked wherever I go.


I thought that you would see the light
I expected you to understand and change for the better.


I saw that look in your eyes
I noticed a certain expression in your eyes.


I just don’t know how to lie
I simply cannot bring myself to deceive others.


I’m just a boy with the wings of a fly
I am a vulnerable and naive boy, like a small insect.


I’m just a boy who don’t know how to cry
I don't know how to express my emotions through tears.


I cut my hand cuz I wanted to die
I purposely harmed myself because I felt hopeless and wanted to end my life.


Grew up too fast now I’m sick of this
I matured too quickly and now I am tired of this situation.


Peter Pan I’m a live it up right
Like Peter Pan, I refuse to grow up and will enjoy life to the fullest.


Fuck a friend got me feelin all tight
I don't need any friends as they make me feel stressed and anxious.


Do my dance I might drink it all night
I will dance and possibly consume alcohol all night long.


In my head bitch I’ll be alright
In my mind, I will be just fine even though I might use derogatory language.


I got dreams of sitting in Maybachs
I have aspirations of being successful and owning luxurious cars.


If you sick of my shit then say that
If you are tired of my behavior, please be honest and tell me.


Don’t call me no names I hate that
Do not use derogatory terms to refer to me as I dislike it.


I don’t wanna complain that’s played out
I don't want to constantly voice my complaints as it has become overused.


Lie, lie
You consistently tell lies.


Know we won’t survive if I can’t trust your judgement
Our relationship cannot endure if I cannot have confidence in your decision-making.




Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Michael Robinson, Montavio Avery

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Ilse

Why is Victoria so underrated? Her voice is A-MA-ZING!

Bethany Carrie Banks

yes I now

Jacey Carlos

AGREE!!!

Aaron

Cause Ariana has a weird role which makes her keeping in mind even if the show is shit or not. Also she is singing great and still worked along with Nickelodeon.

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Itzel C.

Victoria has such a strong voice..I still wonder why she is not a world wide singer

CazAttack4Ever

Ikr!!! She should do more concerts!

Robert Sax

Because there are easily 10,000 REALLY great unknown singers out there for every one you know about. Competition in the "great female vocalist" market it beyond insane. Not to take anything away from her but there are thousands that are that talented. Max is a much rarer breed and the competition there is still insane. But I really enjoyed this vid. They sound amazing together. I wish them all the success they can find.

candy lovex

Blame ariana grande she dissed her

Ozzy_Mondo8

+candy lovex ariana grande fight with pretty much any girl, she had a fight with Janette mcurdy aswell

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jenna

I swear Kurt can play a straw and make it sound good

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