Don’t be cautious, don’t be kind
You committed, I’m your crime
Push my button anytime
You got your finger on the trigger, but your trigger finger’s mine
Silver dollar, golden flame
Dirty water, poison rain
Perfect murder, take your aim
I don’t belong to anyone, but everybody knows my name
By the way, you’ve been uninvited
‘Cause all you say are all the same things I did
Copycat tryna cop my manner
Watch your back when you can’t watch mine
Copycat tryna cop my glamour
Why so sad, bunny? Can’t have mine?
Call me calloused, call me cold
You’re italic, I’m in bold
Call me cocky, watch your tone
You better love me, ’cause you’re just a clone
By the way, you’ve been uninvited
‘Cause all you say are all the same things I did
Copycat tryna cop my manner
Watch your back when you can’t watch mine
Copycat tryna cop my glamour
Why so sad, bunny? Can’t have mine?
Mine
I would hate to see you go
Hate to be the one that told you so
You just crossed the line
You’ve run out of time
I’m so sorry, now you know
Sorry I’m the one that told you so
Sorry, sorry, I’m sorry, sorry…
Psych!
By the way, you’ve been uninvited
‘Cause all you say are all the same things I did
Copycat tryna cop my manner
Watch your back when you can’t watch mine
Copycat tryna cop my glamour
Why so sad, bunny? Can’t have mine?
Exploring the Duplicity Behind “Copycat”
Billie Eilish’s “Copycat” delves into the complex emotions that arise when someone imitates your identity or style. The lyrics are sharp and assertive, with Billie confronting a copycat who mirrors her words and mannerisms. Through clever metaphors and biting delivery, she lays claim to her originality, making it clear that imitation is not the same as authenticity. The recurring refrain—questioning why the imitator is “sad” and warning them to “watch your back”—intensifies the song’s message of ownership and self-assurance.
Unpacking the Attitude and Imagery
With lines like “You’re italic, I’m in bold,” Eilish contrasts her distinctiveness with the copycat’s lack of substance. The song’s mix of playful taunts and unfiltered confidence showcases her unique style, blending vulnerability with empowerment. The sarcastic “Psych!” toward the end highlights Billie’s refusal to be undermined, making “Copycat” a compelling anthem for anyone who’s ever felt their originality threatened.
Song Credits
Songwriters: Billie Eilish O’Connell, Finneas O’Connell
Release Year: 2017
Label: Darkroom, Interscope Records