Manic Monday
Relient K Lyrics
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I was kissin' Valentino by a crystal blue Italian stream
And I can't be late 'cause then I guess I just won't get paid
These are the days when you wish your bed was already made
It's just another manic Monday
I wish it was Sunday
'Cause that's my funday
My, I don't have to runday
It's just another manic Monday
Got to catch an early train, got to be to work by nine
And if I had an air-o-plane, I still couldn't make it on time
Because it takes me so long just to figure out what I'm gonna wear
Blame it on the train but the boss is already there
Oh, it's just another manic Monday
I wish it was Sunday
'Cause that's my funday
My, I don't have to runday
It's just another manic Monday
All of my nights why did my lover
Have to pick last night to get down
(Last night, last night)
Doesn't it matter that I have to feed the both of us
Employment's down
He said to me in his quiet riot voice
"Come on, feel the noise"
Time, it goes so fast
(When you're having fun)
It's just another manic Monday
I wish it was Sunday
'Cause that's my funday
My, I don't have to runday
It's just another manic Monday
(I wish it was Sunday)
'Cause that's my funday
My, I don't have to runday
It's just another manic Monday
I wish it was Sunday
'Cause that's my funday
My, I don't have to runday
It's just another manic Monday
The song Manic Monday by Relient K is a cover of the original song by The Bangles, released in 1986. The lyrics describe the typical feeling of a working person on a Monday morning, struggling to wake up and start their day. The singer of the song has been dreaming of being in a romantic situation with Valentino, but instead wakes up to the reality of having to go to work to earn a living. The chorus expresses the desire for it to be Sunday instead, a day off from work and responsibilities.
The second verse talks about the struggle of getting to work on time, with the singer wishing they had an airplane to make it easier. They also mention the difficulty of choosing what to wear, despite blaming the train for potentially making them late. The bridge of the song speaks to the frustration of having personal issues, in this case, a lover causing a disturbance, when one has to focus on work to make a living. The song ends with the chorus repeated, emphasizing the desire for a day off.
Overall, the song's lyrics are relatable to anyone who has experienced the slog of a workweek and the desire for a break. The catchy melody helps elevate the song's message and make it a classic song for anyone in need of a little inspiration to get through a tough Monday.
Line by Line Meaning
Six o'clock already I was just in the middle of a dream
I woke up abruptly in the morning, and it felt like my dream was interrupted
I was kissin' Valentino by a crystal blue Italian stream
In my dream, I was having a romantic moment with someone named Valentino beside a beautiful, clear blue stream in Italy
And I can't be late 'cause then I guess I just won't get paid
I cannot afford to be late for work, or else I won't receive my payment for the day
These are the days when you wish your bed was already made
Mornings like this make you wish that your bed was already made up, and you didn't have to leave
It's just another manic Monday
Today is a typical, hectic Monday
I wish it was Sunday
I wish it was the weekend when I can relax and have fun
'Cause that's my funday
Sunday is my fun day, and I look forward to it every week
My, I don't have to runday
On Sundays, I don't have to run around and be busy like today
Got to catch an early train, got to be to work by nine
I have to catch an early train to get to work by nine
And if I had an air-o-plane, I still couldn't make it on time
Even if I had a private plane, I would still not be able to make it to work on time because of how long it takes me to get ready
Because it takes me so long just to figure out what I'm gonna wear
I take a lot of time just to decide on what clothes to wear to work
Blame it on the train but the boss is already there
I may try to blame my tardiness on the train, but the boss is already at work waiting for me
All of my nights why did my lover
I have been thinking about why my lover chose last night of all nights to engage in a sexual encounter with me
Have to pick last night to get down
I wonder why my lover picked last night specifically to have sex with me
Doesn't it matter that I have to feed the both of us
I am in charge of providing meals for both me and my lover, and I cannot afford to be late for work
Employment's down
It's hard to find employment these days, and I cannot afford to lose my job
He said to me in his quiet riot voice
My lover spoke to me in a soft and calm voice
"Come on, feel the noise"
My lover encouraged me to let go of my worries and have fun
Time, it goes so fast
The passage of time seems to accelerate quickly when you're busy
('Cause that's my funday)
(Referencing Sunday earlier) That day is when I can enjoy my free time without having to worry about work
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Prince Rogers Nelson
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