We were staying in Paris
To get away from your parents
And I thought, “Wow, if I could take this in a shot right now
I don’t think that we could work this out”
Out on the terrace
I don’t know if it’s fair but I thought “How could I let you fall by yourself
While I’m wasted with someone else”
If we go down then we go down together
They’ll say you could do anything
They’ll say that I was clever
If we go down then we go down together
We’ll get away with everything
Let’s show them we are better
Let’s show them we are better
Let’s show them we are better
We were staying in Paris
To get away from your parents
You look so proud
Standing there with a frown and a cigarette
Posting pictures of yourself on the Internet
Out on the terrace
We breathe in the air of this small town
On our own, cuttin’ class for the thrill of it
Getting drunk on the past, we were livin’ in
If we go down then we go down together
They’ll say you could do anything
They’ll say that I was clever
If we go down then we go down together
We’ll get away with everything
Let’s show them we are better
Let’s show them we are
Show them we are
Let’s show them we are
Show them we are
Let’s show them we are better
If we go down then we go down together
They’ll say you could do anything
They’ll say that I was clever
If we go down then we go down together
We’ll get away with everything
Let’s show them we are better
We were staying in Paris (If we go down)
We were staying in Paris (If we go down)
We were staying in Paris (If we go down)
We were staying in Paris (If we go down)
Let’s show them we are better
We were staying in Paris
Let’s show them we are better
We were staying in Paris
Let’s show them we are better
Let’s show them we are better
Escaping Reality in “Paris (FKYA Remix)”
“Paris (FKYA Remix)” by The Chainsmokers captures the spirit of youthful rebellion and intimate connection. The lyrics paint a picture of two people seeking freedom and solace in each other’s company, away from the constraints of their everyday lives. Paris becomes a metaphor for escapism—a dreamlike place where they can redefine themselves and their relationship. The recurring lines, “If we go down, then we go down together,” highlight the strength of their bond, suggesting that together they can face anything, even if it means taking risks that others wouldn’t understand. The remix’s energetic pulse amplifies this sense of urgency and reckless adventure, transforming vulnerability into empowerment.
Song Credits
- Artist: The Chainsmokers
- Remix: FKYA
- Songwriters: Andrew Taggart, Emily Warren, Fredrik Haggstam, Kristoffer Eriksson
- Release Year: 2017
- Label: Disruptor Records, Columbia Records