In the realm of early 2000s pop-punk, “Complicated” by Avril Lavigne stands as an anthem of authenticity, capturing the rollercoaster of emotions that often come with relationships and self-discovery. Released in 2002, the song’s powerful blend of heartfelt lyrics and infectious melody struck a chord with listeners around the world. Let’s delve into the layers of “Complicated” and explore the essence of Avril Lavigne’s music that transcends time.
Did You Know?
Avril Lavigne, a Canadian singer-songwriter, burst onto the music scene with her debut album “Let Go,” which featured “Complicated” as one of its standout tracks.
The song’s introspective lyrics explore the complexities of relationships and the struggle to find authenticity in a world that often seems confusing.
“Complicated” received widespread acclaim and became Lavigne’s breakthrough hit, earning her a Grammy nomination for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance in 2003.
The music video for “Complicated” showcases Lavigne’s unique style and carefree attitude, capturing the essence of her early career.
Music Video:
Lyrics:
Uh huh, life’s like this
Uh huh, uh huh, that’s the way it is
Cause life’s like this
Uh huh, uh huh that’s the way it isChill out whatcha yelling’ for?
Lay back it’s all been done before
And if you could only let it be
You will see
I like you the way you are
When we’re drivin’ in your car
And you’re talking to me one on one but you’ve becomeSomebody else round everyone else
You’re watching your back like you can’t relax
You’re tryin’ to be cool you look like a fool to me
Tell meWhy you have to go and make things so complicated?
I see the way you’re acting like you’re somebody else gets me frustrated
Life’s like this you
And you fall and you crawl and you break
And you take what you get and you turn it into honesty
And promise me I’m never gonna find you fake it
No no noYou come over unannounced
Dressed up like you’re somethin’ else
Where you are and where it’s at you see
You’re making me
Laugh out when you strike your pose
Take off all your preppy clothes
You know you’re not fooling anyone
When you’ve becomeSomebody else round everyone else
Watching your back, like you can’t relax
Trying to be cool you look like a fool to me
Tell meWhy you have to go and make things so complicated?
I see the way you’re acting like you’re somebody else gets me frustrated
Life’s like this you
And You fall and you crawl and you break
And you take what you get and you turn it into
Honesty
Promise me I’m never gonna find you fake it
No no noChill out whatcha yelling for?
Lay back, it’s all been done before
And if you could only let it be
You will seeSomebody else round everyone else
You’re watching your back, like you can’t relax
You’re trying to be cool, you look like a fool to me
Tell meWhy you have to go and make things so complicated?
I see the way you’re acting like you’re somebody else gets me frustrated
Life’s like this you
And You fall and you crawl and you break
And you take what you get and you turn it into honesty
Promise me I’m never gonna find you fake it
No noWhy you have to go and make things so complicated?
I see the way you’re acting like your somebody else gets me frustrated
Life’s like this you
You fall and you crawl and you break
And you take what you get and you turn it into honesty
Promise me I’m never gonna find you fake it
No no no