Cool Kids (our version)

Echosmith's 'Cool Kids (our version)' delves into the universal theme of longing for acceptance and the desire to fit in. The song narrates the experiences of two individuals who feel out of place in their social environments. The first verse introduces a girl who observes others walking in a straight line, symbolizing conformity, which is not her style. She feels her heartbeat falling behind, indicating her struggle to keep up with societal expectations. The 'cool kids' are depicted as invincible, living a life that seems perfect from the outside, while she remains in the background, yearning to be like them.

The second verse shifts to a boy who sees the 'cool kids' talking with big smiles, oblivious to his struggles. They are living the 'good life,' driving fast cars without knowing their destination, symbolizing a lack of direction despite their seemingly perfect lives. This verse highlights the superficiality of the 'cool kids' lifestyle and the boy's internal conflict as he wishes to be part of their world. The chorus, repeated throughout the song, emphasizes the recurring desire to fit in and be accepted by the 'cool kids,' a sentiment that resonates with many listeners.

In the bridge, the narrator reflects on their past desire to be 'cool' and the realization that it was just a dream. The line 'I was just another person that was dreamin'' suggests a sense of disillusionment and the understanding that the pursuit of fitting in was ultimately unfulfilling. The metaphor of the 'ceiling's glass' implies a barrier that prevents true self-acceptance and fulfillment. The song concludes with the repeated wish to be like the 'cool kids,' underscoring the persistent nature of this longing for acceptance and the societal pressures that fuel it.