Secondhand Smoke
Secondhand Smoke

Kelsea Ballerini - Secondhand Smoke Lyrics

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May 19, 2015
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Secondhand Smoke Lyrics

Sometimes you could hear a pin drop
Or the ticking of the clock
Between the surface conversation,
No matter what they were saying
They never talked, hm

Sometimes I would hear 'em screaming,
When they thought that I was sleeping
They'd just fight about whatever,
I don't know if they ever had a reason

Am I the product of a problem that I couldn't change?
Got his eyes, got her hair
So do I get their mistakes?

I know that you can't walk across a bridge that's already burned, so
What am I supposed to do, I can't help that they chose
To breathe it in, but I don't wanna choke
On that secondhand smoke

Sometimes I hear myself saying
Hand-me-down words
It's so easy to forget
That he ain't him and I ain't her

And when I think the fighting has to end in a goodbye,
I wanna prove me wrong, but I'm scared I'll prove me right, 'cause

I know that you can't walk across a bridge that's already burned, so
What am I supposed to do, I can't help that they chose
To breathe it in, but I don't wanna choke
On that secondhand smoke

Oh, no

Will I be better, find forever, be the one to shake the habit,
Break away from broken things, and rise above the ashes?

I know that you can't walk across a bridge that's already burned, so
What am I supposed to do, I can't help that they chose
To breathe it in, but I don't wanna choke
No, I ain't gonna choke
On that secondhand smoke

Oh

Writer(s): Kelsea Ballerini, Josh Kerr, Jordyn Shellhart
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Spirit Music Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who are the writers of 'Secondhand Smoke' by Kelsea Ballerini?

    'Secondhand Smoke' was written by Kelsea Ballerini, Josh Kerr, and Jordyn Shellhart.

  2. What inspired Kelsea Ballerini to write 'Secondhand Smoke'?

    Kelsea Ballerini was inspired to write 'Secondhand Smoke' based on her personal experience with her parents' divorce. She wanted to provide comfort to others who might be going through similar situations.

  3. How did the title 'Secondhand Smoke' come about?

    The title 'Secondhand Smoke' was suggested by Jordyn Shellhart during a songwriting session. Although she didn't initially know what the song would be about, it resonated with Kelsea as a metaphor for the impact of her parents' broken relationship.

  4. What is the main theme of 'Secondhand Smoke'?

    'Secondhand Smoke' addresses the emotional aftermath of growing up in a household affected by divorce. It explores themes of resilience, self-awareness, and breaking free from negative patterns inherited from one's parents.

  5. Did Kelsea Ballerini have any specific goals for listeners of 'Secondhand Smoke'?

    Yes, Kelsea Ballerini hoped that listeners would find comfort and strength in the song. She wanted them to understand that they are not alone in their struggles and that it's possible to rise above difficult circumstances.

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