You said you love me (I said what)
You said you love me (okay let’s rock)
You said you love me (I said what)
You said you love me (okay let’s rock)
You had an ugly tattoo, and fucking cheap perfume
You couldn’t dance, barely moved, I didn’t know what to do
You had a friend in a band, but they’re not that cool
You said you love me (okay let’s rock)
Everything was wrong with you
So breaking up was easy to do
Hated your friends and your family too
So breaking up was easy to do
Breaking up! (Breaking up)
Breaking up! (Breaking up)
You said you love me (I said what)
You said you love me (okay let’s rock)
You said you love me (I said what)
You said you love me (okay let’s rock)
You tried to pull this apart and make a brand new start
You tried to drive me to France, we didn’t get very far
You said forever but baby I’m not so sure
You said you loved me (okay, let’s rock)
Everything was wrong with you
So breaking up was easy to do
Hated your friends and your family too
So breaking up was easy to do
Breaking up! (Breaking up)
Breaking up! (Breaking up)
You said you love me (I said what)
You said you love me (okay let’s rock)
You said you love me (I said what)
You said you love me (okay let’s rock)
Breaking Up Was Easy: Charli XCX’s Anthem of Liberation
“Breaking Up” by Charli XCX captures the unapologetic freedom that comes with ending a mismatched relationship. From the opening line, Charli’s playful yet biting tone is clear—she’s not heartbroken, she’s relieved. The song details her ex’s quirks, from questionable tattoos and perfume to uncool friends, painting a vivid picture of why moving on felt effortless. The repeating chorus, “breaking up was easy to do,” emphasizes her sense of clarity and empowerment. Charli’s energetic delivery and tongue-in-cheek lyrics transform what could be a sad breakup song into a celebration of independence and self-worth, making it a standout track for anyone who’s ever felt unburdened by a split.
Song Credits
- Artist: Charli XCX
- Songwriters: Charlotte Aitchison, Ariel Rechtshaid, Justin Raisen, Jeremiah Raisen
- Release Year: 2014
- Label: Asylum Records, Atlantic Records