This song features satirical lyrics about the Los Angeles lifestyle, such as questioning if there is "something in the fucking water" that makes everyone in Hollywood "fake" or "bougie".
Many lyrics lean into the "messy" or "unholy" side of emotions: Hey Violet Lyrics, Songs, and Albums
The band often uses specific, sometimes "odd" metaphors to describe common feelings:
Lead singer Rena Lovelis has stated the song is personal, referencing the behavioral disorder characterized by hostility toward authority.
Lyrics like "I’m the girl in the back of the class" and "Pink hair but I’m wearing all black" highlight a deliberate choice to stand out while feeling misunderstood.
I grew up in New York ever since I was 6 years old, I've been there. I feel like that's a big part of the band's stories cause we' Hey Violet – Problems Lyrics - Genius