Popstar
Unapologetic Rebellion: Tanner Orange Challenges the Industry Norms in 'Popstar'
Lyrics
I’m demoing out a new masterpiece so spill the tea in the industry
I am working on a new impressive piece, and I want to know the latest gossip or information in the music industry.
All the suits have passed on me from front row seats
People in authoritative positions have rejected or ignored me, even from prominent seats at events.
They know that what they got, ain’t what I got, and they know I ain’t got the chops to make it last
Others are aware that their talent or possessions are not comparable to mine, and they doubt my ability to sustain success.
If popstars have to be 21 then count me out cause I missed the cut
If the requirement for popstars is to be 21 years old, then I'm opting out because I don't meet that criteria.
If rockstars have to fit in your mold then I want out cause i won’t sell my soul
If being a rockstar means conforming to a set mold, I refuse to comply because I won't compromise my integrity.
I'm banging my fists in the studio, if I drop dead here let my family know
I'm expressing frustration or intensity in the studio, and in case something happens to me, I want my family to be informed.
I was cracking the code in my journals with every chord and note
I deciphered the secrets in my journals using musical elements like chords and notes.
Cause what I got, ain’t what you got, and I know you ain’t got the chops to make it last
Similar to line 4, emphasizing that what I possess is unique, and doubting others' ability to endure in the industry.
So make it last
A plea or assertion to make one's success enduring.
If popstars have to be 21 then count me out cause I missed the cut
Reiteration of not fitting the age criterion for popstars and opting out.
If rockstars have to fit in your mold then I want out cause I won’t sell my soul
Reiteration of refusing to conform to a predefined image for rockstars.
Maybe i’ll end up downtown with a cup begging for an extra coin to fill me up
Contemplating a potential future where the artist struggles financially, possibly due to rejection or non-conformity.
I’d rather stay hungry for all my days then ever trade places with something so fake
Prefering a genuine struggle for success over compromising values or authenticity for popularity.
I’d rather give up on my dream
Expressing a willingness to abandon the dream rather than sacrificing authenticity.
If popstars have to do what they’re told
Rejecting the idea of popstars blindly following instructions or norms.
If rockstars have to follow your rules
Rejecting the idea of rockstars conforming to external rules or expectations.
If popstars have to be 21 then count me out cause I missed the cut
Reiteration of not meeting the age criteria for popstars and choosing to opt out.
If rockstars have to fit in your mold
Reiteration of the refusal to conform to a predefined image for rockstars.
I want out cause I won’t sell my soul
Emphasizing the artist's commitment to maintaining integrity and not compromising values for success.
I won’t sell my soul
A firm declaration of not compromising one's integrity or principles for success.
I won’t sell my soul
A reaffirmation of the artist's commitment to maintaining authenticity and not compromising their soul for success.
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