When Jason was at the table
I kept on seeing him look at me while he was with that other girl
Do you think he was just doing that to make me jealous?
Because he was totally texting me all night last night
And I don’t know if it’s a booty call or not
So… like what do you think?
Did you think that girl was pretty?
How did that girl even get in here?
Do you see her?
She’s so short and that dress is so tacky
Who wears Cheetah?
It’s not even summer, why does the DJ keep on playing “Summertime Sadness”?
After we go to the bathroom, can we go smoke a cigarette?
I really need one
But first,
Let me take a selfie
[Beat drops]
Can you guys help me pick a filter?
I don’t know if I should go with XX Pro or Valencia
I wanna look tan
What should my caption be?
I want it to be clever
How about “Livin’ with my bitches, hash tag LIVE”
I only got 10 likes in the last 5 minutes
Do you think I should take it down?
Let me take another selfie
[Beat drops]
Wait, pause, Jason just liked my selfie
What a creep
Is that guy sleeping over there?
Yeah, the one next to the girl with no shoes on
That’s so ratchet
That girl is such a fake model
She definitely bought all her Instagram followers
Who goes out on Mondays?
OK, let’s go take some shots
Oh no, ugh I feel like I’m gonna throw up
Oh wait, nevermind I’m fine
Let’s go dance
There’s no vodka at this table
Do you know anyone else here?
Oh my God, Jason just texted me
Should I go home with him?
I guess I took a good selfie
Selfie [x8]
Let me take a selfie
Satire and Social Media: A Snapshot of Modern Party Culture
“#SELFIE” by The Chainsmokers brilliantly captures the self-obsessed, image-driven atmosphere of contemporary nightlife. The song features a spoken-word narrative from a partygoer, focused almost exclusively on her social media presence and appearance. Through a series of humorous and exaggerated observations—ranging from judging others’ outfits to agonizing over Instagram filters—the lyrics satirize the selfie craze and the lengths people go for online validation. The constant interruptions by the phrase “Let me take a selfie” underscore the superficiality and fleeting nature of these social interactions.
Party Antics in a Digital Age
Beneath the comedic surface, “#SELFIE” offers commentary on how modern relationships and self-worth can be shaped by digital platforms. The song’s protagonist is less interested in genuine connections and more concerned with how she and her night out appear online. The playful beat and repetitive hooks mirror the addictive, scrolling cycle of social media culture, making this track both a party anthem and a clever reflection of its time.
Song Credits
Artist: The Chainsmokers
Release Year: 2014
Label: Dim Mak Records
Songwriters: Andrew Taggart, Fredrik Auke, Michael Parsberg, Peter Bjørnskov