Be sure you know what you are after
Open up every scar
I’ve been known to strike like disaster
They say I hit hard
Think anyone, anyone but you, anyone, anyone but—
Think anyone, anyone but you
Should have known what you were after
When you fell in love
The interior design of my— (fell in love)
The interior design of my— (fell in love)
The interior design of my— (fell in love)
The interior design of my heart
Now I’ve got you where I want you
Never say you were not warned
I’ll make you wish you were never born
The harder you fight, the harder you fall
Think anyone, anyone but you, anyone, anyone but—
Think anyone, anyone but you
Should have known what you were after
When you fell in love
The interior design of my— (fell in love)
The interior design of my— (fell in love)
The interior design of my— (fell in love)
The interior design of my heart
Thought I was processed, thought I was packaged
Just like an apple pie wrapped in the plastic
Got love but you’re never gonna have it
Fell so hard like Alice and the Rabbit
Locked down, can’t move, now you don’t know what to do
Took a bite of the apple, went straight to the core
Fell in love with my interior
Think anyone, anyone but you, anyone, anyone but—
Think anyone, anyone but you
Should have known what you were after
When you fell in love
The interior design of my— (fell in love)
The interior design of my— (fell in love)
The interior design of my— (fell in love)
The interior design of my heart
When you fell in love
Fell in love
Fell in love
Fell in love
Exploring Vulnerability and Self-Discovery in “Interior”
Charli XCX’s “Interior” delves deep into themes of emotional exposure and the complexities of love. The metaphor of “interior design” cleverly represents the inner workings of her heart, suggesting that falling in love is akin to navigating a complex and personal space. The lyrics reflect a sense of guardedness, with references to scars and past hurts, but also a willingness to let someone in. There’s a powerful push-and-pull dynamic, as Charli warns of the risks involved in loving her, highlighting both her strength and the vulnerability beneath. The song’s references to familiar tales like Alice in Wonderland and the forbidden apple create a vivid narrative of temptation and consequence. Ultimately, “Interior” paints a portrait of love as something both beautiful and hazardous, where true connection means seeing—and accepting—the real person within.
Song Credits
- Artist: Charli XCX
- Songwriters: Charlotte Aitchison (Charli XCX), others
- Release Year: 2024
- Label: Atlantic Records