Royals Lyrics – Lorde
Royals Lyrics
[Verse 1: Lorde]
I've never seen a diamond in the flesh
I cut my teeth on wedding rings in the movies
And I'm not proud of my address
In a torn-up town, no postcode envy
[Pre-Chorus: Lorde]
But every song's like
Gold teeth, Grey Goose, tripping in the bathroom
Bloodstains, ball gowns, trashing the hotel room
We don't care, we're driving Cadillacs in our dreams
But everybody's like
Cristal, Maybach, diamonds on your timepiece
Jet planes, islands, tigers on a gold leash
We don't care, we aren't caught up in your love affair
[Chorus: Lorde]
And we'll never be royals (Royals)
It don't run in our blood
That kind of luxe just ain't for us
We crave a different kind of buzz
Let me be your ruler (Ruler)
You can call me queen bee
And baby, I'll rule (I'll rule, I'll rule, I'll rule)
Let me live that fantasy
[Verse 2: Lorde]
My friends and I, we've cracked the code
We count our dollars on the train to the party
And everyone who knows us knows
That we're fine with this, we didn't come from money
[Pre-Chorus: Lorde]
But every song's like
Gold teeth, Grey Goose, tripping in the bathroom
Bloodstains, ball gowns, trashing the hotel room
We don't care, we're driving Cadillacs in our dreams
But everybody's like
Cristal, Maybach, diamonds on your timepiece
Jet planes, islands, tiger's on a gold leash
We don't care, we aren't caught up in your love affair
[Chorus: Lorde]
And we'll never be royals (Royals)
It don't run in our blood
That kind of luxe just ain't for us
We crave a different kind of buzz
Let me be your ruler (Ruler)
You can call me queen bee
And baby, I'll rule (I'll rule, I'll rule, I'll rule)
Let me live that fantasy
[Bridge: Lorde]
(Oh, oh-oh)
We're bigger than we ever dreamed
And I'm in love with being queen
(Oh, oh-oh)
Life is great without a care
We aren't caught up in your love affair
[Chorus: Lorde]
And we'll never be royals (Royals)
It don't run in our blood
That kind of luxe just ain't for us
We crave a different kind of buzz
Let me be your ruler (Ruler)
You can call me queen bee
And baby, I'll rule (I'll rule, I'll rule, I'll rule)
Let me live that fantasy
Royals Lyrics Meaning
The lyrics of "Royals" by Lorde is a song that critiques materialism and the obsession with luxury and wealth in modern society. It contrasts the extravagant lifestyles depicted in popular culture with the more modest reality of the singer and her friends. The song celebrates simplicity and individuality, rejecting the idea that one needs wealth or status to be happy or successful.
[Verse 1]
In the first verse, Lorde expresses her modest upbringing by saying she's never seen a diamond "in the flesh," indicating she's not accustomed to luxury. She mentions being exposed to images of wealth through movies, symbolized by "cutting her teeth on wedding rings," suggesting that her understanding of wealth comes from media portrayals rather than personal experience. Despite this, she's not proud of where she comes from, highlighting a sense of dissatisfaction with her surroundings.
[Pre-Chorus]
The pre-chorus describes the stark contrast between the extravagant lifestyles portrayed in music and the reality of Lorde's life. She lists off images of excess and decadence often depicted in popular culture, such as "Gold teeth, Grey Goose" and "Cristal, Maybach," contrasting them with her own experiences of counting dollars and riding trains. The repeated phrase "we don't care" emphasizes their indifference to the materialistic pursuits of others.
[Chorus]
The chorus further emphasizes the theme of rejecting societal norms of wealth and status. Lorde declares that she and her friends will "never be royals," suggesting that they do not come from a lineage of wealth and privilege. They do not aspire to this kind of lifestyle, as it's not in their blood. Instead, they seek a different kind of fulfillment, symbolized by a "different kind of buzz." Lorde offers herself as an alternative ruler, one who doesn't require wealth or status to lead.
[Verse 2]
In the second verse, Lorde reaffirms her modest origins and contentment with her situation. She describes how she and her friends count their dollars on the train to parties, emphasizing their practicality and resourcefulness. Despite not coming from money, they are comfortable with their situation and don't feel inferior to those who are wealthy.
[Bridge]
The bridge celebrates the freedom and contentment that comes from rejecting societal expectations. Lorde expresses her love for being queen in her own right, without needing the trappings of traditional royalty or material wealth. She emphasizes the carefree nature of their lives, unencumbered by the expectations and desires of others.
[Chorus]
The final chorus repeats the sentiment of the earlier chorus, reiterating the rejection of materialism and societal expectations. Lorde asserts her identity as a ruler in her own right, independent of traditional measures of success. She invites others to join her in living a life free from the constraints of societal norms, embracing their own version of happiness and fulfillment.
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Cast & Crew
- Album
- Lorde (Singles)
- Artist / Band
- Producer(s)
- Joel Little
- Writter(s)
- Lorde & Joel Little
- Released On
- June 3, 2013
Lorde (Singles) Songs
- 1.Buzzcut Season
- 2.Green Light
- 3.Liability
- 4.Perfect Places
- 5.Ribs
- 6.Royals
- 7.Sober
- 8.Take Me to the River
- 9.Team
- 10.Tennis Court
- 11.The Louvre
- 12.Writer In the Dark
Lorde Albums
Te Ao Mārama (2021)
Māori
September 9, 2021
Solar Power (2021)
English
August 20, 2021
Lorde (Singles)
English
January 1, 2009
FAQs & Knowledge
Who is the singer of "Royals" song?
"Royals" song is sung by Lorde.
Who is the lyrics writer of "Royals" song?
"Royals" song lyrics written by Lorde & Joel Little.
Who is the music producer of "Royals" song?
"Royals" song music composed & produced by Joel Little.
When was "Royals" song released?
"Royals" song was released on June 3, 2013.