Nothin Out There
Embracing Solitude: Darien Martus' 'Nothin Out There' Essence
Lyrics
OK, ok, ok, ok now OK, ok, ok
Repetition of "OK" suggests affirmation or acceptance, possibly indicating a state of agreement or compliance.
Nothin' you can tell me Will make me change my mind It's already made up baby I don't need more time
Expresses determination and a firm decision not to be swayed by external influence. The speaker's mind is already made up.
If you do, that's on you What you say, It's ok
If someone else has a different opinion or perspective, it is their responsibility ("that's on you"), and the speaker is unbothered, expressing acceptance.
I'll just stay right here Oh, oh, oh, oh
The speaker remains in a current position, metaphorically or literally, emphasizing a sense of steadfastness or contentment.
Nothin' out there baby Nothin' out there for me Nowhere in this crazy world that I would rather be
Declares that there is nothing outside of the current situation or relationship that holds appeal or interest for the speaker.
If you do, that's on you What you say, It's ok
Similar to line 5, reiterates that any consequences or reactions from others are their responsibility, and the speaker is untroubled.
It's oh OK, ok, ok, ok now OK, ok, ok
Repetition of "OK" reinforces the speaker's acceptance or affirmation, perhaps signaling a sense of confidence or assurance.
No one out there baby No one out there for me No one in this lonely life that I would rather see
Expresses a lack of external attraction or desire, emphasizing a singular focus on the current relationship or situation.
If you do, that's on you What you say, It's ok
Reiteration of the theme that others' actions or words are their responsibility, and the speaker remains unperturbed.
I'll just stay right here Oh, oh, oh, oh
Restates the speaker's decision to stay in the current state or place, emphasizing stability or satisfaction.
Nothin' out there baby Nothin' out there for me Nowhere in this crazy, crazy Crazy, crazy, crazy, crazy
Asserts the speaker's conviction that nothing outside of the current situation holds value or interest, using repetition for emphasis.
No one out there baby No one out there for me No one in this lonely life that I would rather see
Similar to line 15, emphasizing a lack of external appeal or attraction, reinforcing the speaker's exclusive focus on the present relationship or circumstance.
If you do, that's on you What you say, It's ok
Repeats the idea that others' words or actions are their responsibility, and the speaker remains unaffected.
It's oh OK, ok, ok, ok now OK, ok, ok, ok now
Repetition of "OK" underscores the speaker's continued acceptance or affirmation, perhaps indicating a sense of finality or certainty.
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