“That’s What You Get” is a song by American rock band Paramore, released on June 11, 2007. The track was written by the band’s lead vocalist Hayley Williams, and co-written by guitarist Josh Farro. The song was part of the band’s second studio album, “Riot!” and quickly became one of their most popular tracks. “That’s What You Get” was also nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Song Written for a Motion Picture, Television or Other Visual Media in 2008.
That’s What You Get Lyrics
[Verse 1]
No, sir
Well, I don’t wanna be the blame, not anymore
It’s your turn
So take a seat, we’re settling the final score
And why do we like to hurt so much?
I can’t decide
You have made it harder just to go on
And why?
All the possibilities, well, I was wrong
[Chorus]
That’s what you get when you let your heart win
Whoa-oh-oh-oh-oh
That’s what you get when you let your heart win
Whoa-oh-oh-oh
I drowned out all my sense with the sound of its beating
And that’s what you get when you let your heart win
Whoa-oh-oh-oh
[Verse 2]
I wonder
How am I supposed to feel when you’re not here?
‘Cause I burned
Every bridge I ever built when you were here
I still try
Holding onto silly things, I never learn
Oh, why?
All the possibilities, I’m sure you’ve heard
[Chorus]
That’s what you get when you let your heart win
Whoa-oh-oh-oh-oh
That’s what you get when you let your heart win
Whoa-oh-oh-oh
I drowned out all my sense with the sound of its beating (Beating)
And that’s what you get when you let your heart win
Whoa-oh-oh-oh
[Bridge]
Pain, make your way to me, to me
And I’ll always be just so (So) inviting
If I ever start to think straight
This heart will start a riot in me
Let’s start, start, hey
[Refrain: Hayley Williams, Hayley Williams, Josh Farro, Zac Farro, Jeremy Davis & Steve Smith]
Why do we like to hurt so much?
Oh, why do we like to hurt so much?
That’s what you get when you let your heart win
Whoa-oh-oh
[Chorus]
That’s what you get when you let your heart win
Whoa-oh-oh-oh-oh
That’s what you get when you let your heart win
Whoa-oh-oh-oh
Now I can’t trust myself with anything but this
And that’s what you get when you let your heart win
Whoa-oh-oh-oh-oh
We will explore the lyrics of “That’s What You Get” in depth, analyzing the message behind the song and discussing its impact on the music industry.
Verse 1
The first verse of “That’s What You Get” sets the tone for the rest of the song. The lyrics express frustration and a desire for closure, as the singer tells the person they are addressing that it is their turn to face the consequences of their actions. The lines “No, sir / Well, I don’t wanna be the blame, not anymore / It’s your turn / So take a seat, we’re settling the final score” suggest that the singer has been blamed for something and wants to clear their name.
The following lines, “And why do we like to hurt so much? / I can’t decide / You have made it harder just to go on / And why? / All the possibilities, well, I was wrong” reveal a deeper theme of the song. The singer is questioning why people enjoy causing pain, and how the actions of the person they are addressing have made it difficult for them to move on. The lyrics suggest that the singer had hope for a positive outcome, but was ultimately let down.
Chorus
The chorus of “That’s What You Get” is the most recognizable part of the song, with its catchy melody and repeated lyrics. The lines “That’s what you get when you let your heart win / Whoa-oh-oh-oh-oh / That’s what you get when you let your heart win / Whoa-oh-oh-oh / I drowned out all my sense with the sound of its beating / And that’s what you get when you let your heart win / Whoa-oh-oh-oh” describe the consequences of giving into one’s emotions and ignoring reason.
The chorus can be interpreted in different ways, but the overall message is that one must be cautious when making decisions based on their emotions. The phrase “That’s what you get” suggests that there are negative consequences to this behavior, which the singer has experienced firsthand.
Verse 2
The second verse of “That’s What You Get” continues the theme of regret and frustration, with the lyrics “I wonder / How am I supposed to feel when you’re not here? / ‘Cause I burned / Every bridge I ever built when you were here / I still try / Holding onto silly things, I never learn / Oh, why? / All the possibilities, I’m sure you’ve heard.” The singer is struggling to move on from the person they are addressing and is feeling the effects of their actions. The lyrics suggest that the singer has burned bridges and made mistakes, but is still holding onto hope for a positive outcome.
Brdige and Refrain
The bridge of “That’s What You Get” features a change in tempo and melody, as the singer cries out in pain: “Pain, make your way to me, to me / And I’ll always be just so (So) inviting / If I ever start to think straight / This heart will start a riot in me / Let’s start, start, hey.” The lyrics suggest that the singer is almost addicted to the pain they are feeling,
