Built a world all in my mind
All on my own, will I survive? Oh
Century of tears
Sadness was my only smile, yeah
So I fall apart
But you’re gone and I’m doing fine
I’m screaming out
Ooh, ooh
When you’re not around, when you’re not around
When you’re not around, when you’re not around, ooh
When you’re not around, when you’re not around
I’ll finally cross you out
Ooh, ooh
When you’re not around, when you’re not around
When you’re not around, when you’re not around, ooh
When you’re not around, when you’re not around
I’ll finally cross you out
Melt me down one piece at a time
I seal these eyes wide shut
I wasn’t mesmerized, no
Century of tears
Sadness was another denial, yeah
Thought I’d fall apart
But now you’re gone, I’m doing fine
I’m screaming out
Ooh, ooh
When you’re not around, when you’re not around
When you’re not around, when you’re not around, ooh
When you’re not around, when you’re not around
I’ll finally cross you out
Ooh, ooh
When you’re not around, when you’re not around
When you’re not around, when you’re not around, ooh
When you’re not around, when you’re not around
I’ll finally cross you out
I’ve become someone better
I’ve become someone better
Yeah, yeah
Now I look in the mirror
And I love myself better
Yeah, yeah
I’ve become someone better
I’ve become someone better
Yeah, yeah
Now I look in the mirror
Feels so good to forget ya
Yeah, yeah
Ooh, ooh
When you’re not around, when you’re not around
When you’re not around, when you’re not around, ooh
When you’re not around, when you’re not around
I’ll finally cross you out
Ooh, ooh
When you’re not around, when you’re not around
When you’re not around, when you’re not around, ooh
When you’re not around, when you’re not around
I’ll finally cross you out
Ooh, ooh
When you’re not around, when you’re not around
When you’re not around, when you’re not around, ooh
When you’re not around, when you’re not around
I’ll finally cross you out
Letting Go and Moving Forward
“Cross You Out” by Charli XCX is an empowering anthem about releasing the weight of a past relationship and finding strength in independence. The lyrics explore the emotional journey from heartbreak to healing, as Charli reflects on the pain she endured and the freedom she gains once her former partner is gone. The recurring line, “When you’re not around, I’ll finally cross you out,” captures the cathartic moment of closure, emphasizing self-growth and the liberation that follows letting go of someone who once caused her pain.
Embracing Self-Love
As the song progresses, Charli reveals her transformation, celebrating personal growth and newfound confidence. She sings about looking in the mirror and loving herself, illustrating the positive change that comes from overcoming emotional struggles. The message resonates with anyone who has faced heartbreak, reminding listeners that healing is possible and self-love is powerful.
Song Credits
Artist: Charli XCX
Songwriters: Charlotte Aitchison, Jordan Timothy Jenks (A.G. Cook), Sophie Xeon
Release Year: 2019
Label: Atlantic Records