Acapella

Karmin · Pulses [2014]

Used to be your baby, used to be your lady

Thought you were the perfect lover

All the harmony went, falling out of key so

Now you gotta find another



Now you're talking crazy, saying that you made me

Like I was your Cinderella

You and me are through though, watch me hit it solo

I'mma do it Acapella, Yeah



I'mma do it Acapella, Yeah



Once upon a time, I met the perfect guy

He had that Colgate smile, he had that suit & tie

Mama always said "Get a rich boyfriend"

"You don't gotta love 'em, Girl, you can pretend"



You bet I totes believed her, Yeah every word she said

Thought he was gluten-free but, all that I got was bread

Mama always said "Nice guys finish last"

"Beat him at his own game, Honey, take the cash"



Ooh, and what a lucky girl you will be

But no he didn't do jack for me

I want a bean with the beanstalk

And if the magic ain't right, time to walk



Used to be your baby, used to be your lady

Thought you were the perfect lover

All the harmony went, falling out of key so

Now you gotta find another



Now you're talking crazy, saying that you made me

Like I was your Cinderella

You and me are through though, watch me hit it solo

I'mma do it Acapella, Yeah



Whoa-Oh-Oh-Oh-Oh, Oh-Oh-Oh-Oh-Oh

I'mma do it Acapella, Yeah



Out on our first date, he took me gourmet

We hit that Olive Garden, my Little Italy

Daddy always said "Let the gentleman pay"

"Never ever go dutch at the buffet"



I saw his bad intention, he didn't wanna talk

He put the saucy on it (Oops), time to check my watch

Daddy always said "Money can't buy class"

"You don't wanna get stuck taking out trash"



Ooh, and Yeah I guess it wasn't meant to be

Because he didn't do jack for me

I want a bean with the beanstalk

And if the magic ain't right, time to walk



Used to be your baby, used to be your lady

Thought you were the perfect lover

All the harmony went, falling out of key so

Now you gotta find another



Now you're talking crazy, saying that you made me

Like I was your Cinderella

You and me are through though, watch me hit it solo

I'mma do it Acapella, Yeah



Whoa-Oh-Oh-Oh-Oh, Oh-Oh-Oh-Oh-Oh

I'mma do it Acapella

Whoa-Oh-Oh-Oh-Oh, Oh-Oh-Oh-Oh-Oh

Watch me do it in Falsetta



Whoa-Oh-Oh-Oh-Oh, Oh-Oh-Oh-Oh-Oh

Oh-Oh-Oh-Oh, never mind bring the beat back



Used to be your baby, used to be your lady

Thought you were the perfect lover

All the harmony went, falling out of key so

Now you gotta find another



Now you're talking crazy, saying that you made me

Like I was your Cinderella

You and me are through though, watch me hit it solo

I'mma do it Acapella, Yeah



Whoa-Oh-Oh-Oh-Oh, Oh-Oh-Oh-Oh-Oh

I'mma do it Acapella, Yeah

Acapella

Karmin's "Acapella" serves as a standout track from their 2014 album *Pulses*, embodying the group's signature blend of pop-rock and electronic influences. Released during a period of heightened activity for the band, the song features a stripped-back vocal arrangement that highlights the group's harmonies before building into a driving, synth-heavy chorus. As part of the *Pulses* catalogue, the recording reflects the production style of the early 2010s, characterized by crisp digital textures and anthemic melodies designed for radio play. The track stands alongside other key releases from the era, such as "Try Me On" and "Walking On The Moon," contributing to Karmin's reputation for crafting energetic, emotionally resonant pop anthems that bridged the gap between indie rock sensibilities and mainstream pop appeal.