(One, two, three, four)
Lonely when you’re in his arms
Yeah, you know I prayed for that, prayed for that, yeah
Your laundry dipped in my cologne
‘Cause you know it takes you back, takes you back
Tell me, do you ever miss me when I’m gone? (Gone)
Wonderin’ what body I’ll be on (On)
We can reconsider if you want (Want)
Baby, don’t forget about me ever-er
I hope the memory’s killin’ you over there
Don’t even front, you know that you just can’t compare
What it used to be
I hope your jacket smells like me
My baby, yeah
And when you touch him, does it really feel the same?
Or are you lyin’ there, thinkin’ about the way
That it used to be?
I hope your jacket smells like me
My baby
Candles, they’re the same as mine
But it’s not because of me, ’cause of me (Right)
When will (When will) you quit wastin’ your time?
Oh, if he knew that you keep little things to remind you
Tell me, do you ever miss me when I’m gone? (Gone)
Wonderin’ what body I’ll be on (On)
We can reconsider if you want (Want)
Baby, don’t forget about me ever-er
I hope the memory’s killin’ you over there (Over there)
Don’t even front, you know that you just can’t compare
What it used to be (Oh)
I hope your jacket smells like me
My baby, yeah
And when you touch him, does it really feel the same? (Feel the same)
Or are you lyin’ there, thinkin’ about the way
That it used to be? (That it used to be, oh)
I hope your jacket smells like me
My baby
Are you sleepin’ in my T-shirt again?
How’s it feel when you press it, press it
Up against your skin, while you breathe it in
I know that you remember, ‘member
I hope the memory’s killin’ you over there (Over there)
Don’t even front, you know that you just can’t compare
What it used to be (Yeah)
I hope your jacket smells (Like) like me
My baby, yeah (Baby)
And when you touch him, does it really feel the same? (Don’t feel the same)
Or are you lyin’ there, thinkin’ about the way
That it used to be? (Oh, yeah)
I hope your jacket smells like me
My baby
Longing and Lingering Memories
“Smells Like Me” by Charlie Puth dives deep into the bittersweet aftermath of a breakup. The song captures the ache of longing as the narrator wonders if their former lover still thinks of them, holding onto memories through scents and small tokens. The recurring motif of a jacket that “smells like me” illustrates the lingering connection between the two, even as one moves on to someone new. Puth’s heartfelt delivery and clever use of sensory details make the emotional tension palpable, as he questions whether new experiences can ever truly replace what the couple once had.
Emotional Honesty and Vulnerability
Through confessional storytelling, Charlie Puth lays bare the insecurities and hopes that often follow a separation. The lyrics are rich with vulnerability, as the narrator admits to wanting his ex to remember him—maybe even to the point of pain. The song balances nostalgia with a sense of unresolved yearning, making it relatable for anyone who’s struggled to let go of the past.
Song Credits
- Artist: Charlie Puth
- Songwriters: Charlie Puth, Jacob Kasher, John Byron, Jake Torrey
- Release Year: 2022
- Label: Atlantic Records