Someone Like Me
Ylvis Lyrics

People hug and give each other kisses
There is a general atmosphere of affection between people in the world.

Holding hands and walking side by side
People tend to show physical intimacy in public.

But every time I try to charm a lady she runs away
Despite the general affection between people, the singer faces rejection in his romantic pursuits.

What am I doing wrong?
The artist is trying to figure out the reason behind his romantic failures.

Is it the dubstep in my song, when I go
The artist is considering whether his taste in music is the reason why he is not successful in his romantic pursuits.

Excuse me, miss but do you like the dubstep?
The singer is inquiring about the woman's taste in music as a potential indicator of compatibility.

Oh, will I ever find someone
The singer is questioning whether he will ever find a romantic partner.

Or will I die alone?
The artist is considering the possibility of a life without a romantic partner.

Endless streams of loveletters, and roses
The artist is highlighting the excessive and slightly cliched romantic gestures that he has seen from others.

Serenades from men with big guitars
The artist is specifically mentioning a common romantic gesture (serenading) and mocking its effectiveness.

Famous men are asking me for dinner
The singer is hinting at the idea that fame and power can attract people, but are not necessarily indicators of genuine romantic interest.

I think I'll pass
The artist is not interested in the superficiality that fame and power can bring.

Oh, where is my prince charming
The singer is referencing a common romantic trope (the idea of a perfect partner) to show his longing for someone who is compatible with him.

Who will cuddle with my hair and whisper
The singer is highlighting specific romantic gestures that he desires from a partner.

Will I meet a man who also likes to
The singer is inserting himself into the story (by changing the gender) and showing his longing for someone with shared interests.

I guess I'll never know
The artist is expressing some level of defeatism in the face of his romantic failures.

Will I find
The artist continues to question whether he will be able to find a romantic partner.

Oh, will I ever find that someone who
The singer is restating his desire for a compatible romantic partner.

Can sing wuu
The singer is listing a specific interest that he desires in a romantic partner (an affection for a particular sound.)

Can sing the wu wu wu wu wu wuuu
The artist is expanding on his previous point, making it clear that this is an important factor for him.

Do the ring
The artist is inventing a phrase (similar to 'sing the wu') that captures his ideal romantic partner.

I'll do the ri ri ri ri ri ri ring for you
The artist is stating that he is willing to be the type of partner that he desires for himself.

Oh my god (who is that singing?)
The singer is suddenly surprised to hear someone else singing the style of music that he likes.

Someone who also likes the dub
The artist is happy to find someone who shares his interest in music.

The dub (the step)
The singer is using this phrase to highlight the specific type of music (dubstep) that he is interested in.

Please, do you want it? (sorry), the fl-flowers for you should I jut, please (sorry)
The singer is awkwardly trying to give someone flowers while being self-conscious about his romantic abilities.

Please just take these fucking flowers!
The singer is becoming more assertive (and aggressive) in his romantic pursuit.

Let's move in together!
The artist is suggesting that the romantic partner should consider taking the relationship to a new level (moving in together).

We'll have children!
The artist is further suggesting ideas of a long-term, serious relationship (having children).

I'll make cupcakes!
The singer is trying to use small, sweet gestures to win over a romantic partner.

I will massage your shoulders daily!
The singer is promising to be attentive and affectionate in a serious relationship.

I'll make you dinner when you come home from work!
The artist is setting up a traditional gender role dynamic in a potential relationship (providing emotional and physical support).

I'll play you james blunt songs from a cd!
The artist is trying to use 'cheesy,' romantic gestures to win over a partner.

Let's buy a car!
The artist is suggesting long-term relationship commitments in a concrete way (making a material investment).

I'll make you an omelette for breakfast!
The singer is trying to convey that he is capable of providing for and taking care of his romantic partner.

I'll do dishes for you!
The artist is promising to be a considerate and supportive partner who shares household responsibilities.

Let's watch the last season of mad men together!
The singer is suggesting the type of romantic activities that he would like to engage in with a partner (watching a TV show together).

I fucking love you!
The singer is expressing his feelings of love to a romantic partner.

I fucking love you, you cock-sucking son of a bitch!
The singer is expressing his feelings of love in a vulgar and aggressive way (potentially as a parody of typical romantic language).

I'll get down on my knees
The artist is preparing to make a serious romantic gesture (likely proposing).

And ask you
The artist is proposing to take a serious step in the relationship.

"Will you marry me?"
The singer is proposing a lifelong commitment to a romantic partner.