I have never wished and hoped
Didn’t need a telescope
To see where I am going
I have never been the one
Trying hard to hold my tongue
Is my stereo
At one day I’ll stand with a crown on my head
Like a God, yeah, like a God
With every step, no, I won’t second guess what I want
I wanna be like Kanye
I’ll be the king of me always
Do what I want, I’ll have it my way
All day like Kanye-eah, yeah, yeah
Like Kanye, Kanye, yeah-ah, yeah-ah
Like Kanye, Kanye, yeah-ah, yeah-ah
I’ll be the king of me
Born in broken home, okay
Single mama, let me chase what I was made for
We made out to Paradise,
Build on nickels, rubbing dimes
I’m entitled to so much more
One day I’ll stand with a crown on my head
Like a God, yeah, like a God
With every step, no, I won’t second guess what I want
I wanna be like Kanye
I’ll be the king of me always
Do what I want, I’ll have it my way
All day like Kanye-eah, yeah, yeah
Like Kanye, Kanye, yeah-ah, yeah-ah
Like Kanye, Kanye, yeah-ah, yeah-ah
I’ll be the king of me
I’ll be the king of me, me, me
I’ll be the king of me, me, me
Like Kanye-eah yeah-ah, yeah-ah
I have never wished and hoped
Didn’t need a telescope
To see where I am going
I have never been the one
Trying hard to hold my tongue
Is my stereo
I wanna be like Kanye
Do what I want, I’ll have it my way
I wanna be like Kanye
Like Kanye, Kanye, yeah-ah, yeah-ah
I’ll be the king of me, me, me
I’ll be the king of me, me, me
Like Kanye-eah yeah-ah, yeah-ah
Empowerment and Self-Confidence: The Heart of “Kanye”
“Kanye” by The Chainsmokers is an anthem of self-assurance and independence. The lyrics use Kanye West as a symbol of unapologetic confidence and individuality, encouraging listeners to claim control over their own lives. Lines like “I’ll be the king of me always / Do what I want, I’ll have it my way” evoke a sense of personal empowerment. The song also nods to overcoming adversity, referencing a “broken home” and the drive to pursue dreams against the odds. Through catchy hooks and relatable storytelling, “Kanye” inspires listeners to embrace their true selves without fear or hesitation.
Song Credits
- Artist: The Chainsmokers
- Songwriters: Andrew Taggart, Emily Warren
- Release Year: 2014
- Label: Dim Mak Records