Shawn Mendes is a heartthrob of this generation. He has grown to such popularity that many fans forget where he got his start in the entertainment industry. Though he had auditioned to appear on Disney Channel while still living in Canada, Mendes was actually discovered through the social media platform Vine. The singer posted 6-second video clips of song covers and became one of the top three most followed users on the platform. Through that success, Mendes was able to secure himself a record deal.
While he may have started out as an influencer back in 2013, Mendes has skyrocketed to a pop star since then. He has released four studio albums since being discovered, his most recent coming out in 2020. Mendes is working on his fifth album, but a release date has yet to be announced. In the meantime, here are his most quotable lyrics according to fans.
10 "Who Keeps Tabs On Stupid Mistakes?" From Believe
Shawn Mendes was never officially a Disney Channel kid. Before he got his start in music, Mendes actually auditioned in Toronto to appear on the children's television channel. Clearly it was not meant to be, and Mendes was later able to find success with recording covers of songs and sharing them on social media.
Mendes was given the opportunity to contribute to a Disney Channel production, though. His song "Believe" was featured in the end credits of the Disney Channel original movie Descendants. The television movie franchise was very popular, and this line in particular stood out for fans.
9 "And Now That I'm Without Your Kisses, I'll Be Needing Stitches" From Stitches
When Shawn Mendes was finally given a chance to release his own music after being popular on Vine for so long, his first big hit was the song "Stitches." The song was released on his debut album Handwritten in 2015. Though he had already released singles before this point, this song is what catapulted him into pop star status. These lyrics will always be well-loved by Mendes fans.
8 "I Wanna Love You With The Lights On" From Lights On
It is not surprising that most of the quotable Shawn Mendes lyrics come from his hit songs. Though Mendes's "Lights On" was not a single, it grew in popularity after being featured on his album Illuminate in 2016. Fans loved the sweet message this lyric tells listeners, and the song as a whole is a compassionate communication to a loved one.
7 "You Can't Take My Youth Away, This Soul Of Mine Will Never Break" From Youth, Featuring Khalid
Shawn Mendes has released many collaborations over the years. In 2018 specifically, he worked with many different artists on remixes and new content. He even released a mini-album as a compilation of all his collaborations. This song was featured on that mini-album as a remix, but the original song which only featured Khalid was more popular. Younger fans certainly bonded to this song, these lyrics in particular.
6 "I Won't Keep On Saying Those Three Empty Words" From Three Empty Words
Most of Shawn Mendes's music catalog features lively hits and sweet love songs. However, he has demonstrated his wide range of songwriting talent with songs such as "Three Empty Words." The song was featured on his album Illuminate, and MTV described it as "the nicest breakup song you'll ever hear." The song describes what it is like at the end of a failing relationship, and many listeners resonated with the meaning behind the lyrics.
5 "Please Have Mercy On Me, Take It Easy On My Heart" From Mercy
The song "Mercy" was another big hit for Shawn Mendes. The love song was also a song about fear, specifically about being terrified of getting hurt. Many people around the world were attached to this song, as so many can relate to this fear.
"Mercy" was a single from Mendes's album Illuminate. This album was potentially Mendes's most popular, which explains why so many of his hit songs and quotable lyrics come from the 2016 release.
4 "You've Got My Heart, But I Can't Let You Keep It Babe" From Don't Be A Fool
Keeping with the theme of heartbreak, Shawn Mendes's song "Don't Be A Fool" was also a different message than fans are typically used to hearing from the singer.
The song talks about Mendes avoiding diving into a relationship due to his own issues, and he warns his romantic interest to stay away. It was hard for some listeners to consider Mendes to be the bad guy in a romantic situation, considering how many love songs he has released.
3 "Any Girl Like You Deserves A Gentleman" From Treat You Better
The song "Treat You Better" was another hit single to come out of Shawn Mendes's album Illuminate. While the song was very popular and fans loved the message, the reason behind this lyric's quotability actually is due to social media.
Fans love using song lyrics as captions for social media posts, particularly on Instagram, and this lyric has become a favorite for Mendes fans to use on platforms. Social media has caused some problems for Mendes, as some fans question the real reason behind his canceled tour on various platforms.
2 "If This Is What It's Like Falling In Love, Then I Don't Ever Wanna Grow Up" From Kid In Love
Shawn Mendes's song "Kid In Love" was first released on his debut album Handwritten in 2015. Though it did not appear on the album, he uploaded an acoustic version of the song to his YouTube channel. The love song describes a love at first sight meeting, and the sweet nature of the lyrics make it unforgettable for fans.
1 "I Love It When You Call Me Señorita" From Señorita, Featuring Camila Cabello
This lyric by Shawn Mendes is likely his most quoted. The song was a huge hit for Mendes and Camila Cabello, but for more reasons than simply its musicality. Mendes and Cabello have worked together several times, including their other pop hit "I Know What You Did Last Summer." After speculation of a relationship between the two for years, Mendes and Cabello finally confirmed that they were dating in 2019.
The two singers dated for several years before calling in quits in late 2021. Fans were devastated by the breakup, especially after seeing all of their steamy performances of "Señorita" and all the adorable posts they shared on social media. Though they briefly rekindled their romance at Coachella in 2023, which Mendes said was a mistake, it seems Mendes and Cabello are officially over.
