Lyrics
Me, me, me, me
The speaker emphasizes themselves with "Me, me, me, me."
Ugh, they caught me running, I’m “on the lam”
The speaker got caught while attempting to escape, and they are "on the lam" (fleeing from authorities).
They caught me slipping now I’m in a state
The speaker acknowledges being caught and is now in a difficult situation.
Ever since I got kicked out of the states
The speaker reflects on being expelled from the United States.
I’m signing off forms, i’m feeling: not great
The speaker is completing paperwork and feels emotionally distressed.
“Farewell LA”
The speaker bids farewell to Los Angeles.
Wait, I gotta call, look up and away
The speaker receives a call and looks up, possibly for guidance.
Business calls aren’t normal, I pray
The speaker acknowledges that business calls are unusual and prays for a childlike innocence to remain.
That I’m still a kid at the end of the day
The speaker expresses a desire to retain a youthful mindset.
Tell me, tell me, tell me how it’s gonna end
The speaker seeks information on how their situation will resolve.
Tell me, tell me bout the things I represent
The speaker questions the representation of certain aspects of their life.
I’ve got nothing for ‘em but I’ll give ‘em my all
The speaker doesn't have much to offer but is committed to giving their best.
When I get up off the ground when I know I’ll fall
The speaker anticipates rising again after facing challenges.
Show up, show up
The speaker emphasizes the importance of consistently showing up.
Show up, show up
-Show up, show up
-Show up, show up
-Times have changed and everybody thinks they know what’s going on
A commentary on the perception of change in society.
I could count how many times I said it’s off my shoulder
The speaker has expressed a disregard for certain issues numerous times.
I’m pretty sure I don’t know shit, truth is I don’t feel older
The speaker feels uncertain and doesn't perceive themselves as older.
ABCS to “Who loves me?”
Reference to ABCS and questioning who loves the speaker.
To how the fuck am I sober?
The speaker questions their sobriety.
Parasol
A reference to a parasol, possibly symbolizing protection or shelter.
No one ever told me it was gonna be like this
The speaker reflects on the unexpected challenges they face.
If you’re tryna find me
If someone is looking for the speaker, they should show up.
Show up, show up, show up
Repeated emphasis on the importance of showing up.
Tell me, tell me, tell me how it’s gonna end
-Tell me, tell me bout the things I represent
-I’ve got nothing for ‘em but I’ll give ‘em my all
-When I get up off the ground when I know I’ll fall
-Show up, show up
-Show up, show up
-Show up, show up
-Show
A continuation of the emphasis on showing up.
I don’t feel like I work how I’m supposed to
The speaker feels inadequate in their work.
No, no
A denial of conforming to societal expectations.
I’ll miss out on yours and you’ll never see me again
The speaker suggests missing out on something important.
Looks like we lost in the midst of it all
Recognition of losing in the midst of challenges.
You’d show up, you’d show up if you really cared
An appeal for genuine care and concern from others.
If you cared at all
The speaker questions the sincerity of others' care.
If you’re tryna find me
If someone is looking for the speaker, they should show up.
Show up, show up, show up
Repeated emphasis on the importance of showing up.
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