Outcast
Embracing Otherness: Justin Magnaye's Anthem of Self-Discovery
Lyrics
It's a new day but its not
Emphasizes the contrast between the new day and the internal feeling of change.
Today I'm gonna change but damn that's a lot
Expressing the intention to change but feeling overwhelmed by the magnitude of the task.
I told myself to shoot my shot
Encouraging oneself to take a chance or make a move.
But I know Imma miss cuz they see my flaws
Awareness of personal flaws and anticipating rejection.
Just another empty "hi"
Describing casual and unfulfilling interactions with a simple greeting.
Another conversation that's a waste of time
Characterizing conversations as unproductive and a waste of time.
But everyone's preoccupied
Noting that people are occupied with their own concerns.
Does my disposition come as advertised
Questioning if one's personality matches the expected or advertised image.
Cut the carbs and hit the gym
Committing to a physical transformation to fit societal norms.
Cuz I just wanted to fit in
Expressing the desire to belong and conform.
But I won't end up prom king anyway
Acknowledging the unlikelihood of achieving popularity or acceptance.
Pulling teeth you're killing me
Describing a challenging or painful experience metaphorically.
I know I'm down bad
Recognizing a low point or challenging situation in life.
I'm an outcast
Identifying oneself as an outcast, possibly socially.
Extroverted, I'm still nervous
Highlighting social anxiety despite being extroverted.
I can't help that
Acknowledging an inability to control nervous feelings.
I'm an outcast
Reiteration of feeling like an outcast.
Nobody knows
Emphasizing the isolation and lack of understanding from others.
What it's like to walk in these flat soled sneakers
Describing the unique experience of walking in one's shoes.
And still put on a smile
Maintaining a positive appearance despite inner struggles.
Walked alone by myself and phone speakers
Recalling moments of solitude with music playing in the background.
You know
Expressing a realization or understanding.
Damn yeah I'm really missing summer
Nostalgia for past experiences, particularly during summer.
Caramel skin getting darker
Describing changes in physical appearance due to sun exposure.
Oh the sun
Expressing appreciation for the sun.
I wanna get a drink and I wonder how
Desiring the experience of drinking underaged and wondering about its taste.
Stone cold beers taste better when I'm under 21
Reflecting on the perception that forbidden things may seem more appealing.
All these thoughts got me asking why
Pondering existential questions about personal struggles.
What's wrong with me can't sleep at night
Expressing insomnia and self-doubt.
And everybody leaves when I'm in their life
Noticing a pattern of people leaving when they become part of one's life.
Do your homework pass the test
Encouraging diligence in responsibilities.
You haven't seen the worst part yet
Hinting at unseen challenges and difficulties.
When you get older, life's a mess again
Anticipating life becoming messy as one grows older.
Pulling teeth you're killing me
Metaphorically expressing pain and struggle.
I know I'm down bad
Reiteration of being in a challenging situation.
I'm an outcast
Confirmation of feeling like an outcast.
Extroverted, I'm still nervous
Repeating the contradiction of being extroverted yet nervous.
I can't help that
Acknowledging the inability to control nervousness.
I'm an outcast
Reiteration of being an outcast.
Pulling teeth you're killing me
Metaphorically expressing pain and struggle.
I know I'm down bad
Recognizing a low point or challenging situation in life.
I'm an outcast
Identifying oneself as an outcast, possibly socially.
Extroverted, I'm still nervous
Highlighting social anxiety despite being extroverted.
I can't help that
Acknowledging an inability to control nervous feelings.
I'm an outcast
Final reiteration of feeling like an outcast.
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