Better
Let’s show we are better
Let’s show 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
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
We were staying in Paris
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 better
Let’s show them we are better
Let’s show them we are better
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
Let’s show them we are better
We were staying in Paris
Let’s show them we are better
We were staying in Paris
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
Capturing Rebellion and Escape
“Paris (Party Thieves Remix)” by The Chainsmokers takes listeners on a journey of youthful rebellion and escapism. The lyrics depict two individuals seeking solace and freedom from their everyday realities, choosing Paris as their backdrop for adventure. The recurring phrase, “If we go down then we go down together,” highlights a deep bond, suggesting that partnership and loyalty can make even reckless decisions feel worthwhile. The song elegantly balances themes of vulnerability and boldness, as the protagonists embrace risk and defy expectations while cherishing each other’s presence.
Modern Love and Nostalgia
Beyond its catchy beats, the remix intensifies the emotional highs and lows embedded in the original track. The repeated assertions of being “better” and the vivid imagery of late nights, proud stances, and online personas reflect a generation navigating love and identity in the digital age. The lyrics resonate with anyone who has ever sought a sense of belonging or wanted to carve out a memory that stands apart from the mundane.
Song Credits
Artist: The Chainsmokers
Remix: Party Thieves
Songwriters: Andrew Taggart, Emily Warren
Release Year: 2017