Sick Of Myself Lyrics
Matthew Sweet
Lyrics
"You don't know how you move me
Deconstruct me
And consume me
I'm all used up
I'm out of luck
I am starstuck
By something in your eyes
That is keeping my hope alive
But I'm sick of myself when I look at you
Something is beautiful and true
In a world that's ugly and a lie
It's hard to even want to try
And I'm beginning to think
Baby you don't know
I'll take or leave
The room to breathe
The choice to leave you
I'll throw away
A chance at greatness
Just to make this
Dream come into play
I don't know if I'll find a way
'Cause I'm sick of myself when i look at you
Something is beautiful and true
In a world that's ugly and a lie
It's hard to even want to try
And I'm beginning to think
Baby you don't know
And I'm beginning to think
Baby you don't know
There's something in your eyes
That is keeping my hope alive
Cause I'm sick of myself when I look at you
Something is beautiful and true
In a world that's ugly and a lie
It's hard to even want to try
And I'm beginning to think
Baby you don't know
And I'm beginning to think
Baby you don't know"
Song & Lyrics Facts
Matthew Sweet's "Sick of Myself" is a song off his 1995 album, 100% Fun. It was written by Matthew Sweet and co-written by Richard Lloyd, who also played guitar on the track.
The song features Sweet's signature power-pop sound with cleverly crafted lyrics that take an introspective look at self-doubt and insecurity. Released in July 1995, it peaked at number one on Billboard's Modern Rock Tracks chart and stayed there for six weeks. The song features Sweet's backing band - Ric Menck (drums), Greg Leisz (guitar) and Bob Kimbell (bass). It has become a fan favorite over the years, often performed live during Sweet's concerts. Its catchy chorus and memorable lyrics have made it a classic among fans: “I'm so sick of myself, I just want to be somebody else”. The song's lyrics are widely quoted and its success helped launch Sweet into mainstream recognition.