Charlie Puth - Charlie Be Quiet! Site

: The song starts with soft, whispered vocals and mellow guitar melodies. As Puth's insecurities grow, the music shifts into "almost too-loud" guitars and high-energy drums in the chorus.

: While the chorus sounds louder, it is mastered at the same level as the verses; the perceived "loudness" comes from jumping an octave and layering textures. Reception & Charting Charlie Puth – Charlie Be Quiet! Lyrics - Genius Charlie Puth - Charlie Be Quiet!

: Puth repeatedly tells himself to "be quiet" to maintain his "cool" and avoid "putting [his] heart on display". : The song starts with soft, whispered vocals