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"I'm Just Ken" is one of the singles from the Barbie movie soundtrack, sung by Ryan Gosling. The song was written and produced by Mark Ronson & Andrew Wyatt.
Lyrics and meaning
[Verse 1]
Doesn't seem to matter what I do
I'm always number two
No one knows how hard I tried, oh-oh, I
I have feelings that I can't explain
Drivin' me insane
All my life, been so polite
But I'll sleep alone tonight
The first verse portrays the feelings of the male singer (Ken) who constantly feels like he's always second best in the eyes of others, especially in the context of romantic relationships. He feels that his efforts are never enough, and nobody truly understands how hard he tries. He expresses the complexity of his emotions, driving him almost insane, and despite always being polite and kind, he feels lonely and unappreciated tonight.
[Chorus]
'Cause I'm just Ken
Anywhere else I'd be a ten
Is it my destiny to live and die a life of blonde fragility?
I'm just Ken
Where I see love, she sees a friend
What will it take for her to see the man behind the tan and fight for me?
In the Chorus, Ken refers to himself as "just Ken," feeling that perhaps he'd be more appreciated somewhere else. He contemplates his destiny, whether he'll live and die as someone fragile and weak. Ken feels misunderstood by the person he loves and hopes they can see his true self and fight for him. He yearns to know what it's like to love wholeheartedly and to be valued for who he truly is.
[Verse 2]
I wanna know what it’s like to love
To be the real thing
Is it a crime? Am I not hot when I'm in my feelings?
And is my moment finally here or am I dreaming?
I'm no dreamer
Verse 2 depicts the feelings of the male singer (Ken) who wants to know what it's like to love and be his true self. He wonders if his emotions are seen as a crime because he expresses them openly. He ponders whether this moment is his true time or just a mere dream. Ken asserts that he is not a dreamer, indicating that he believes this is the right time to be his genuine self without hiding his emotions.
[Bridge]
Can you feel the Ken-ergy?
Feels so real, my Ken-ergy
Can you feel the Ken-ergy?
Feels so real, my Ken-ergy
In the Bridge, the term "Ken-ergy" is used to describe the spirit or energy of Ken as his authentic self. He feels that this energy is so real, and he wants others to experience it too. This reflects Ken's confidence in being his true self without concealing who he really is. He desires everyone to feel the authentic "Ken-ergy" from him.
[Chorus]
I'm just Ken
Anywhere else I'd be a ten
Is it my destiny to live and die a life of blonde fragility?
I'm just Ken
Where I see love, she sees a friend
What will it take for her to see the man behind the tan and fight for me?
The chorus in this lyrics reflects the feelings of the male singer (Ken) who sees himself as "just Ken" and feels that somewhere else, he might be more attractive or better. He feels that his destiny is to live and die as someone fragile and weak, especially in the context of romantic relationships. Ken expresses uncertainty and hopes that the person he loves can see and appreciate his true self. He expects support and efforts from that person to see his genuine side, not just as an ordinary friend.
[Outro]
I'm just Ken (And I'm enough)
And I'm great at doing stuff
So, hey, check me out, yeah, I'm just Ken
My name's Ken (And so am I)
Put that manly hand in mine
So, hey, world, check me out, yeah, I'm just Ken
Baby, I'm just Ken
(Nobody else, nobody else)
In the final outro, it shows that Ken feels content with himself and believes that he is great at doing various things. He invites others to see him by saying "put that manly hand in mine," displaying confidence and willingness to accept himself as he is. He affirms that he is Ken, and there is no one else like him. He wants the world to see and acknowledge his existence as a unique and valuable Ken.
Song Quotes
"Doesn't seem to matter what I do, I'm always number two."
"All my life, been so polite, but I'll sleep alone tonight."
"Cause I'm just Ken, anywhere else I'd be a ten."
"Is it my destiny to live and die a life of blonde fragility?"
"I wanna know what it's like to love, to be the real thing."
"Can you feel the Ken-ergy? Feels so real, my Ken-ergy."
"Where I see love, she sees a friend."
"I'm just Ken (And I'm enough), and I'm great at doing stuff."
"Put that manly hand in mine, so hey, world, check me out, yeah, I'm just Ken."
"Baby, I'm just Ken (Nobody else, nobody else)."