13 Indelible Songs That Reference Social Media | Playlist

13 Indelible Songs That Reference Social Media features songs by Central Cee, Djo, Gorillaz, KATSEYE, RAYE, and The Chainsmokers.

Yo Gotti told y’all that years ago – 2015 to be exact! At this point, people have been sliding in DMs on SOCIAL MEDIA for a hot minute. Social media can be positive, or it can be negative and B-A-S-I-C, according to Djo: “Shuffle numbers, pointing fingers, ditching chats in different apps / That’s basic.” But hey, Central Cee seems to have the social media thing figured out as a zoomer: “When our children ask us how did we meet, I’m tellin’ them, ‘Gen-Z love FYP love, IG love’.” Um, yeah… sure… This playlist is all about social media, or at least songs that reference social media.  While Yo Gotti was regrettably excluded from 13 Indelible Songs That Reference Social Media, he’ll appear in a follow-up, down the road. 13 Indelible Songs That Reference Social Media features songs by Central Cee, Djo, Gorillaz, KATSEYE, RAYE, and The Chainsmokers.  So, without further ado, get ready to take the best selfie of your life and post it to the Gram. Or, you can just check out these 13 memorable social media-referencing songs instead!

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1. KATSEYE, “Internet Girl”	2. Djo, “Basic Being Basic”	3. RAYE, “The WhatsApp Shakespeare.”
4. Chappell Roan, “Femininomenon”	5. Central Cee, “Gen Z Luv”	6. Paramore, “This Is Why”
7. Gorillaz, “The Tired Influencer”	8. Joshua Bassett, “Only A Matter of Time”	9. Lady Gaga, “Perfect Illusion”
10. Metric, “Doomscroller”	11. Logic, “Confessions of a Dangerous Mind”	12. MGMT, “She Works Out Too Much”
13. The Chainsmokers, “#SELFIE”

 

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1. KATSEYE, “Internet Girl”

“Internet Girl” » HYBE UMG LLC » 2026

Manon Bannerman sings in the intro of the KATSEYE K-pop bop, “Internet Girl”. The Los Angeles-based global girl group comprises Daniela Avanzini, Lara Raj, Manon Bannerman, Megan Skiendiel, Sophia Laforteza, and Yoonchae Jung. The striking song at hand was written by Mattman & Robin (Mattias Larsson and Robin Fredriksson), Justin Tranter, Livvi Franc, and shawn wasabi. Mattman & Robin, Tranter, and wasabi produced it.

There is a lot to love about “Internet Girl.” The musical accompaniment shines.  It begins with the banging, rhythmic drum programming.  Additionally, the rhythmic, noisy musical cues add personality. The gimmickry bodes in the song’s favor. This gimmickry includes the infectious titular lyric, which recurs throughout. “Haven’t you heard? I’m the internet girl / Every picture of me is ‘Oh my god, it’s her.” Oh, snap! Acknowledging that they’re ‘her,’ Lara asserts, “Yeah, it isn’t my fault that it’s always my turn.” Beyond consistently embracing being the internet girl, there’s also the unforgettable “Eat zucchini, eat zucchini / Do you read me? Like an emoji?” Ooh-wee! Besides the irresistibly delicious lyrics, the melodies are memorable – incredibly tuneful. The captivating vocal harmonies blend sublimely over the busy, hyper-rhythmic backdrop. All told, “Internet Girl” Is a super catchy, incredibly fun K-pop bop that you won’t be able to get unstuck from your head.

Appears in 🔻:

Striking Bops from January 2026 Girl, These Songs Are About You, Vol. 3 (2026)

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2. Djo, “Basic Being Basic”

The Crux » Djo Music / AWAL Recordings America, Inc. » 2025

Ultimately, according to Djo (Joe Keery), it’s a case of “Basic Being Basic”. Social media, unfortunately, is a big part of the basic-ness even if certain things are considered trendy:

“Change your body, change your face, curl your hair then make it straight

Take a picture of your plate, Tarantino movie taste

Rah-rah, cheugy-phobe, Vera Bradley’s back in Vogue

It’s a flash photograph”

“Basic Being Basic” is the second track from actor-musician Keery’s album, The Crux. Keery wrote and produced the track with Adam Thein. “Basic” is ear-catching from the get-go. It’s groovy with distinct drums and some colorful synths.  Keery gives us monotone chanted vocals during the verses. “Get food, barely eat / Every bite just kept me glued to my seat,” he asserts in the first, adding, “I worried, even cried / How’d it feel to take the light from my life?” Oh, snap! In the second verse, he sings, “I guess I’ll thank you and spite your name again / The past’s the past, and I’ll outlast the hate to find real love that’s not pretend.” Ooh, wee! Despite lacking pitch, the verses are intriguing, and Keery still conveys his emotions.  The chorus is sung and is incredibly melodious.  It is varied each time but highlights basic-ness consistently!

“How basic (Sell me on it)

Shuffle numbers, pointing fingers, ditching chats in different apps

That’s basic (Haha)

It’s not funny, it’s so funny

That’s just basic being basic (Basically)

You said he looked just like a girl, so you like girls

I guess I’ll take it

Yeah, that’s funny, you’re so funny (Ha-ha-ha-ha).”

Do you know what’s NOT basic? “Basic Being Basic”, of course! Djo delivers a fun, well-rounded alternative single that’s doesn’t embrace that “empty epitaph” shit.

Appears in 🔻:

15 Beastly Songs Driven by the Power of BE (2026)

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3. RAYE, “The WhatsApp Shakespeare.”

THIS MUSIC MAY CONTAIN HOPE. » RAYE / Human Re Sources » 2026

Hmm, this story sounds familiar… Early on, British singer-songwriter RAYE (Rachel Keen) has our full and undivided attention on the uniquely named “The WhatsApp Shakespeare.”. The adventurous fourth track from her ambitious sophomore album, THIS MUSIC MAY CONTAIN HOPE., begins adventurously, referencing the Bible. But the restless artist doesn’t just rely on the book of Genesis and the Garden of Eden as she’s “deceived by her very own traitor.”  She gets Shakespearean, too! ‘The WhatsApp Shakespeare Killer,’ we call him / Lies just to climb into your bedroom door / Now you’re fighting for your life on your bedroom floor.” “The WhatsApp Shakespeare.” was written by RAYE, Tom Richards, and Callum Au. It was produced by RAYE and Mike Sabath, with additional production from Richards.

“The WhatsApp Shakespeare.” is a big record.  Sure, it clocks in at under four minutes long, but there’s A LOT TO TAKE IN.  Notably, this is a two-part song.  Even one part, the part referenced earlier, is a lot (I say that A LOT about this song). “WhatsApp” begins with playful piano accompaniment, with RAYE bringing it with her ever-colorful storytelling approach. It doesn’t take long for the production to fill out. Besides many lyrics, there are plenty of sounds to take in as well.  The melodies are quick and rhythmic, but also tuneful. It takes a lot of skill and talent for RAYE to sing like this. To call it anything short of impressive would be a travesty.  The production is vibrant, blending various styles: pop, R&B, hip-hop, cinematic music, and, in part two, big band.  The orchestration = magnificent.  In the first part, we get Lazarus (The Bible), Romeo, Juliet, and tragedy, including “His weapons of mass seduction / My midsummer night nightmare.” Bad stuff goes down, prompting RAYE to describe this abusive fella as a “6’2” sick mother – five months minimum recovery.” Ooh-wee, an essay could be written about the first part, but best to listen and take away from it what you will.

The second part of the song is quite the about-face. That WhatsApp Shakespeare Killer is still full force – “Ooh, he’s a cursive kisser (Romeo Fraud) / He’d WhatsApp call me” – but there’s a dramatic, shocking, campy, and theatrical switch to an old-school big band, vaudevillian sound. This is incredibly creative, something only someone as ambitious and clever as RAYE could pull off. Even then, it’s, for lack of a better word, a lot.  In the outro, RAYE asserts, “You better run / Stick it to the man / You better run while you can.” The song ends dramatically… could it end any other way? NO, ABSOLUTELY NOT.  Although it is a challenge for the listener to capture everything RAYE throws at them on “The WhatsApp Shakespeare.”, this is easily one of the most creative songs of 2026, and, honestly, one of the most creative songs I’ve heard in years.

Appears in 🔻:

RAYE, The WhatsApp Shakespeare.: Wacky Wednesday No. 35 (2026)

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4. Chappell Roan, “Femininomenon”

The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess » KRA International Inc. / Island » 2023

👀  Ugh, that sucks! Grammy-winning pop singer/songwriter Chappell Roan (Kayleigh Rose Amstutz) confirms that boys ain’t shit (particularly online) on “Femininomenon”. Amstutz hasn’t been shy about her queerness early on in her career. “Femininomenon,” which kicks off her 2023 Grammy-nominated debut album, The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess, is no different. She kicks off that breakthrough, multiplatinum album with a bang. “Femininomenon” didn’t have much impact on the pop charts but did peak at number 66 on the Billboard Hot 100.  Roan penned this feminine and phenomenal song with producer Dan Nigro.

“Femininomenon” commences with a dramatic intro that incorporates strings. After the strings catch the ears in all their glory, piano (performed by Nigro) enters the mix.  Chappell Roan shines as she serves up lovely, nuanced vocals.  Beyond her compelling lead, there are lush vocal harmonies that up the ante. Roan shares distinct, striking lyrics throughout. After the slower, dramatic, percussion-less first verse (excerpted earlier), “Femininomenon” welcomes a danceable beat, adds colorful synths, and becomes fiercer. There are plenty of playful, personality-laden moments. “Hit it like, get it hot / Make a bitch, it’s a fem,” she sings in the pre-chorus, adding memorably in the chorus, “Hit it like rom-pom-pom-pom / Get it hot like Papa John 🍕 / Make a bitch go on and on / It’s a femininomenon.” Word.  In the second verse, she continues to cry foul regarding these men, being unhappy being with them (“Lying to your friends about / How he’s such a goddamn good lover”). All told, Chappell understands that men don’t do it for her. Women, on the other hand, do! On the fun and infectious “Femininomenon”, our pop star makes it clear there is no need to invest in something (men in this case) that don’t work for you.

Appears in 🔻:

Chappell Roan, Femininomenon: Beaming with Pride No. 98 (2025)

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5. Central Cee, “Gen Z Luv”

CAN’T RUSH GREATNESS » Columbia » 2025

If you say so, Central Cee (Oakley Neil Caesar-Su). Later in “gen z luv”, the 14^th track from his debut album, CAN’T RUSH GREATNESS, Cench is true to himself: “Slid up and replied to your story, you ain’t responded, I wanna unsend it.” Word. He and his girlfriend are Zoomers through and through. “Gen z luv” is brief but features two verses and two choruses.  Ambezza and Peter Iskander produced it. “Career consists of lots of women / How can I convince you I’m not the villain?” Legit question Central Cee asks his girlfriend.  He asserts, “Out of these girls, you’re top division / Can’t downgrade and lower my standard.”  Keeping it zoomy, in the second verse, he spits, “If it weren’t for the algorithm, I wouldn’t have found my woman,” adding, “She liked my post, I liked her post / Love at first sight, love at first scroll.” Oh, brother! Cench’s cadence and flow are sweet. Adding to the sweetness is his British accent.  The production is a selling point, sounding amorous and anchored by a rhythmic beat.  The ‘kids’ should easily relate to “gen z luv”.

 

Appears in 🔻:

Intriguing Songs Fueled by LOVE, Vol. 3 (2024)

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6. Paramore, “This Is Why”

This Is Why » Atlantic » 2023

Hayley Williams sounds awesome – locked in from start to finish – on “This Is Why”, the lead single, and opening track from This Is Why. Beyond her fine vocal performance, her fellow Paramore members are on point too.  Zac Farro sounds great on drums, anchoring things down with some sick grooves.  Taylor York shines on guitar. Their guest bassist rocks out, providing a fat foundation.  Beyond the excellent performance by all parties, what does “This is Why” entail lyrically and thematically? It encompasses protecting one’s mental health, especially from hateful, insensitive, and opinionated folks, particularly online, whom Williams considers to be toxic.  In the first verse, she sings:

“If you have an opinion

Maybe you should shove it

Or maybe you could scream it

Might be best to keep it.”

She’s not wrong!  She warns of the toxicity and how it can affect her.  It’s best exemplified in the chorus, though the bridge is another masterful illustration: “One step beyond your door / It might as well have been a free fall / …One step beyond your door / And I’m floating like a cannonball.” Despite the toxicity of some people in the world, there’s nothing toxic about “This Is Why”.

Appears in 🔻:

Awesome Songs: October 2022 13 Songs Where THIS is Crucial (2024) 15 Intriguing Songs Filled with WHY (2024)

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7. Gorillaz, “The Tired Influencer”

Cracker Island » Parlophone » 2023

2D (Damon Albarn) sings in the first verse of the Grammy-winning, alternative, virtual band Gorillaz highlight, “The Tired Influencer” 😢.  When you think about those lyrics, appearing early on in the third track of  Cracker Island, it’s a mic-drop moment.  Adding to the allure and thought-provoking nature of those lines, as well as the song in its entirety, Siri, described as ‘the most private digital assistant,’ is sampled, expressing apologies (😏), and searching for information (Here’s what I found). Purportedly, Siri’s feature was by accident 🤯 🤯 .  “The Tired Influencer” features no shortage of intriguing lyrics, which are sung beautifully but have a negative connotation (“Just trying to keep my head up (My head up) / Nothing real anymore”).

Of course, the centerpiece of “The Tired Influencer” is the chorus:

“Every day, the tired influencer

You’re sleeping deep, waiting for an answer

Gotta press on brown eyes

I always keep you close beside me

Million dreams

‘Cause that’s the way it’s meant to be.”

This reflective record is utterly stupendous, even beyond theme and lyrics. Musically, it’s brilliant thanks to the groove and rhythmic nature of the track.  The production (Gorillaz and Greg Kurstin) features its fair share of fabulous touches – guitars 🎸, keys and synths.  Also, the melodic lines are ear-catching, brought out by Albarn’s vocals. There is nothing tired about the musical goodness of “The Tired Influencer”.

Appears in 🔻:

Gorillaz, The Tired Influencer: Bangerz N Bopz No. 9 (2023) 11 Songs That are Tired 🥱 to the nth Degree (2023)

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8. Joshua Bassett, “Only A Matter of Time”

Joshua Bassett (EP) » Warner » 2021

Connotation = negative.  The lyrics hail from “Only a Matter of Time”, a gorgeous if ‘troubled’ song from actor/singer Joshua Bassett, from his debut EP, Joshua Bassett (EP). The fuel for negativity: SOCIAL MEDIA, of course! Despite the darkness, what shines most about “Only a Matter of Time” is the lofty musicianship.  This is a simple record, focused more on the lyrics than the production.  That said, the production (Bassett and Jake Gosling) is a selling point, particularly the use of piano.  There are other sounds, but the rhythmic piano chords are the main driving force. Vocally, Bassett sings radiantly, pouring his heart out in his speculated response to the Olivia Rodrigo megahit, “drivers license”.  He gives us middle and upper register, with his falsetto coming off incredibly sweet.  Of course, the biggest draw is the lyrics.  There’s nothing incredibly complex or otherworldly, just emotionally fueled, honest lyrics.  The chorus is the centerpiece, but the contrasting bridge might be the most intriguing section. What’s not to like about this ballad? This is a surefire bop.

Appears in 🔻:

Awesome Songs: February 2021 40 Best Songs of 2021 (So Far) Best Songs of 2021: Honorable Mentions 12 Totally Intriguing, ONLY Songs (2022)

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9. Lady Gaga, “Perfect Illusion”

Joanne » Interscope Records » 2016

A perfect illusion, huh? “Perfect Illusion” served as a promo single and highlight from Joanne, the fourth studio album by Academy and Grammy Award winner Lady Gaga (Stefani Germanotta).  Surprisingly, it wasn’t a huge hit, peaking at number 15 on the Billboard Hot 100, charting only six weeks (it went on to be certified gold, however). The record begins exuberantly with sleek production work – pummeling drums hitting you right in the chest. Lady Gaga’s vocals are ripe and powerful, showcasing incredible assertiveness. The chorus, excerpted earlier, is top rate. Besides being an awesome dance track with an infectious chorus, it is a powerful, relatable break-up anthem… or is it?

Yes, “Perfect Illusion” encompasses breaking up. I mean, it wasn’t love, right? Yes, BUT it is also about social media 🤯. Admittedly, when covering this song years back, I focused on the obvious breakup theme but not the social media aspect. A person’s social media can paint a seemingly perfect illusion – something that’s nowhere as authentic as it seems. Think about how performative and superficial social media can be, particularly from an influencer perspective.  It’s about gaining attention and a following from strangers who you don’t know, and they don’t know the real you. In the first verse, Lady Gaga asserts, “My guessing game is strong / Way too real to be wrong / Caught up in your show / Yeah, at least now I know.”  My, my, my! In the second verse, after being “High like amphetamine,” she comes back down to earth, adding, “Now that I’m wakin’ up / I still feel the blow / But at least now I know.” “Perfect Illusion” marks one of the best moments from Joanne and stands tall in Lady Gaga’s illustrious musical catalog.

Appears in 🔻:

Don’t Let the Perfection of These Perfect Songs Overwhelm U! (2020)  13 Indelible Songs That Reference Social Media (2026)

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10. Metric, “Doomscroller”

Formentera » Metric Music International, Inc. / Thirty Tigers » 2022

Emily Haines sings in the first chorus of “Doomscroller”, and adds, “I can’t seem to shut it down / Until the worst is over / And it’s never over.” She and her fellow Metric bandmates (James Shaw, Joshua Winstead, and Joules Scott-Key) have a legitimate point. To doomscroll means “to spend excessive time scrolling through online content (especially news) that makes one feel sad, anxious, angry, etc.” according to Merriam-Webster. We’ve all been there, folks. “Doomscroller” is the opener from the Canadian 🇨🇦 indie rock band’s eighth studio album, Formentera, released in 2022.  The song was written by Haines, Shaw, and Liam O’Neil. Shaw, O’Neil, and Gus van Go produced it.

“Doomscroller” is epic. How can a ten-and-a-half-minute song not be? From an instrumental perspective, it’s colorful. Initially, it’s minimalist, never getting too high. Still, it’s hypnotic, sucking you in as it progresses and builds up. Likewise, Emily Haines sings in a poised manner, barely breaking a sweat. While she digs in more at times, Haines keeps it cool, for the most part, doomscroller and all!  Besides striking music and a fine vocal performance, it is the intriguing songwriting that stands out. Each verse features key lyrics. In the first, there is emphasis on “Lining up all the numbers under the names.” Haines references death, asking at the end of the verse, “Was it an act of God or an accident?” In the second verse, the highlight is “Salt of the Earth underpaid to serve you,” not before Haines asks, “Or [is it] a consequence of a lower profile.”

Following the first chorus, excerpted earlier, comes the third verse, which includes the “Scum of the Earth overpaid to rob,” the recurrence of “Trickle piss from champagne glasses” from the second verse, and the assertion “History on repeat relapses.” Oh, there’s more – a lot to take in! In the fourth verse, we get QAnon and “Rabbit in a deep hole keep on dancing.” The bridge repeats “Don’t give up yet” what seems a million times.  The numbers under the names return ahead of the second doomscrolling chorus, in mellower fashion. The bridge also returns, preceding the ultra-smooth fifth verse, which includes the poetic, “Inner echo reflecting solace revived.” The sixth verse is composed similarly, concluding with the thought-provoking “Inner reverberation happens outside.” In the third and final chorus, Emily informs us, “Whatever you do / Either way we’re gonna love you / Never mattered /… You’ve been through.” So, what’s the fitting way to conclude doomscrolling? DISCONNECTION! “Come back to yourself from the battle.” Ambitious and lengthy, “Doomscroller” is a unique and incredibly special listening experience.  What a way to open an album if I do say so myself!

Appears in 🔻:

Metric, Doomscroller: Wacky Wednesday No. 33 (2026)

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11. Logic, “Confessions of a Dangerous Mind”

Confessions of a Dangerous Mind » Def Jam » 2019

Woo! Logic (Sir Robert Bryson Hall II) never seems to have a shortage of things to say.  In 2019, he dropped quite the unique, introspective single, “Confessions of a Dangerous Mind.” One of the biggest selling points is the production work. The backdrop, assembled by 6ix, is nothing short of celestial. The sound matches and amplifies the vibe that Logic seeks to capture with his rhymes.  The agile rapper throws lots of lyrics at the listener.  Scan over them, and there’s a little bit of everything from references to his anxiety, fame, and the criticism others have towards him.  He has his fair share of points and respectable rhymes, even if it’s a lot to absorb.

The second verse of “Confessions of a Dangerous Mind” is the social media verse. Logic boldly declares, “Fuck social media / Tellin’ me who I should be and just how I should rap / They always compare, they always compare me to others / And try to hit me up against all my brothers.” He’s not wrong, and honestly, at the time Logic was very big, he got loads of criticism. He doesn’t stop there, adding, “’Cause people just won’t let ‘em live / And the public is constantly thinkin’ they know ‘em / But nobody knowin’ what’s goin’ on inside / And they wonder why we all hide, shit.” The good news is that Logic ultimately does what he does best: rap about his frustrations.  I’ll leave you with one notable passage about the things he’s been called via social media.

“That’s why I keep flowin’, that’s why I keep perserverin’

Even when I’m hearin’ I’m a bitch, I’m a fag

I’m a motherfuckin’ hypebeast, I ain’t black in the slight least

I ain’t good enough, I should quit, I should kill myself (Kill myself)

‘Cause ‘you’ll never be Kenny’

‘You’ll never be better than Drizzy or Cole’

‘You’re losing your hair, you’re too fucking old,’ yeah.”

Social media, indeed, can be an unapologetic bi-otch.

Appears in 🔻:

11 Songs Where the Mind is the Focal Point (2019) 11 Incredibly Dangerous Songs (2024)

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12. MGMT, “She Works Out Too Much”

Little Dark Age » Columbia » 2018 

Intriguing. Please, tell us more. “Welcome to the shitshow / Grab a comfortable seat / Find me in the front row / Facing the music, anyone can see.” Oh, snap 🫰! Trippy alternative collective MGMT (Andrew VanWyngarden and Ben Goldwasser) released their Grammy-nominated fourth studio album, Little Dark Age, in 2018.  One of the highlights is the superficial, influencer- and social media-referencing “She Works Out Too Much.”

“Don’t take it the wrong way

I can never keep up

Sick of liking your selfies

Should’ve gone with my gut.”

On “She Works Out Too Much,” MGMT speaks on the fakeness, shallowness, and superficiality of some modern relationships.  Musically, this record sounds like a mix of 80s exercise music, psychedelia, and synth-pop.  “(He’s trying) / (She works out too much) / The only reason we never worked out was / He didn’t work out,” VanWyngarden sings in the chorus, repeatedly. WORD. Of the ‘Tinder’ song, VanWyngarden tells Uproxx, “I think we’re joking at ourselves for being a little out of touch… We’re in our mid-30s, and we collect records, and we’re pretty out of touch with what’s popular.” Maybe, but MGMT wasn’t wrong.  Influencing and social media have their fair share of positives, but they also have their fair share of negatives.

Appears in 🔻:

11 Songs Where It’s All Work and No Play (2019) 13 Incredibly Hard-Working Songs (2021) Too Much: 5ive Songs No. 30 (2021) 13 Thrilling Songs to Get Your Gym 🏋️ 💪 On… or Not (2023) 15 Songs That Highlight the Power of TOO (2024)

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13. The Chainsmokers, “#SELFIE”

“#SELFIE” » Dim Mak Inc. » 2014

One of the most social media-driven social media songs arrives at the hands of The Chainsmokers.  Before “Closer” dominated the airwaves, Drew Taggart, who is still hot 🥵, composed an obnoxious, totally unforgettable viral hit: “#SELFIE”.  Him and his other half, Alex Pall, produced it. There is nothing deep about it.  This is a fun record that shows how superficial white girls 🫢🤭🤫 can be. A pop hit, “#SELFIE” peaked at number 16 on the Billboard Hot 100.

Alexis Killacam is the uncredited vocalist on “#SELFIE.” She brings the spoken word, stereotypical white girl outlandishness to life.  The lyrics are cringeworthy, intentionally. “When Jason was at the table / I kept on seeing him look at me when he was with that other girl,” she speaks in the first verse, and continues, “Do you think he was just doing that to make me jealous? / Because, he was totally texting me all night last night.” Of course, she clowns the girl he’s with – “She’s so short, and that dress is so tacky / Who wears Cheetah?” In the second verse, it’s all about the Gram and likes… “Can you guys help me pick a filter… What should my caption be? /… How about ‘Living with my bitches, #LIVE’…. I only got ten likes in the last five minutes / Do you think I should take it down?” Believe it or not, there’s a third verse, and it’s eye-roll worthy, too! “That girl is such a fake model / She definitely bought all her Instagram followers.” Beyond the ridiculous lyrics and the vain, airheaded-ness on display, the music slaps, PERIODT. Vibrant, rhythmic synths, a punchy, danceable beat, and a mean drop make “#SELFIE” lit, even more than a decade after its release.

Appears in 🔻:

The Chainsmokers, #SELFIE: Bangerz N Bopz No. 56 (2026)

 

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