Happy With Me
Holychild Lyrics
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See me running 'round the corner, move me up into the upswing
Call me undone
When I speak about the truth, I'm only brought up to the downbeat
It's not easy there
When you feel the wear
Patience brings the tear
Oh, oh, oh
Everyday do you notice that we're never free?
Oh, why can't you be happy with me?
Everyday we are running 'round trapped in our seat
Oh, why can't you be happy with me?
Oh, why can't you be happy with me?
Pushing paper
I do everything I'm told, and yeah, I do it for the money
Understating
Every action that I take until I know there's something coming
It's not easy there
When you feel the wear
Patience brings the tear
Oh, oh, oh
Everyday do you notice that we're never free?
Oh, why can't you be happy with me?
Everyday we are running 'round trapped in our seat
Oh, why can't you be happy with me?
Everyday do you notice that we're never free?
Oh, why can't you be happy with me?
Everyday we are running 'round trapped in our seat
Oh, why can't you be happy with me?
The messages won't stop, they just keep pulling at you
Teasing us with the thought that that is something we'll do
If we could hold the tongue and focus all our time through
We would just rise above this cycle that we're bound to
(Everyday do you notice that we're never free?)
(Oh, why can't you be happy with me?)
(Everyday we are running)
(Everyday we are running)
(Everyday we are running)
Everyday do you notice that we're never free?
Oh, why can't you be happy with me?
Everyday we are running 'round trapped in our seat
Oh, why can't you be happy with me?
Everyday do you notice that we're never free?
Oh, why can't you be happy with me?
Everyday we are running 'round trapped in our seat
Oh, why can't you be happy with me?
Everyday do you notice that we're never free?
Oh, why can't you be happy with me?
Everyday we are running 'round trapped in our seat
Oh, why can't you be happy with me?
The song "Happy With Me" by Holychild portrays a message about society's pressure and stigmatization of people who aren't thriving in life - those who are constantly struggling and confronted with challenges. The lyrics use powerful metaphors to stress the difficulty of the situation. In the first verse, the persona is seen "running 'round the corner" - an image that suggests someone who is always on the go, striving to get ahead, yet finding it challenging to do so. The idea of being "brought up to the downbeat" showcases the pessimism and negativity that one is often exposed to, which can be draining, overwhelming, and lead to a subsequent lack of confidence.
The chorus emphasizes the feeling of being trapped and bound, giving a strong expression of wanting to break free from the shackles that constrain the persona's growth. She questions why she can't be happy with her partner - the one person who should be her support system - and why they can't break from society's clutches. The second verse emphasizes the role of social conditioning and how it often takes a toll on one's mental wellbeing. It seems that the work that she "does for the money" leaves her uninspired and unfulfilled.
The overall message is that happiness, success, and a feeling of freedom are elusive, and societal norms and pressures only compound the problems. The lyrics suggest that it takes self-will and determination to break free from all the negativity and cynicism and find happiness. Holychild points out how important it is to have someone to share life's challenges and potentially help you grow from them, but it's challenging to do that when society is continually weighing us down.
Line by Line Meaning
I can't wake up
I feel trapped and unable to break free from the cycle I'm in.
See me running 'round the corner, move me up into the upswing
I'm always busy and trying to stay ahead, but it's exhausting.
Call me undone
I feel like I'm falling apart and can't keep it together anymore.
When I speak about the truth, I'm only brought up to the downbeat
Whenever I try to express myself honestly, it seems to bring me down instead of lift me up.
It's not easy there
When you feel the wear
Patience brings the tear
Oh, oh, oh
It's hard to keep going when everything feels heavy and overwhelming, and sometimes it's the smallest thing that can make you cry.
Everyday do you notice that we're never free?
We're always tied down and trapped by something, whether it's work, responsibilities, or our own thoughts and feelings.
Oh, why can't you be happy with me?
I wish we could find joy and contentment together, despite all the challenges we face.
Pushing paper
I'm stuck in a boring, mundane job that requires me to do paperwork all day.
I do everything I'm told, and yeah, I do it for the money
I don't enjoy what I'm doing, but I have to pay the bills somehow.
Understating
I downplay my feelings and opinions, afraid that they'll be rejected or misunderstood.
Every action that I take until I know there's something coming
I hesitate to make a move until I'm certain of the outcome, hoping to avoid any potential negative consequences.
The messages won't stop, they just keep pulling at you
The constant barrage of emails, notifications, and requests can be overwhelming and exhausting.
Teasing us with the thought that that is something we'll do
We're tempted by the idea that there's something better out there, but it feels just out of reach.
If we could hold the tongue and focus all our time through
If we could stay quiet and focused, we might be able to break free and find peace.
We would just rise above this cycle that we're bound to
We could transcend the endless cycle we're stuck in and find a way to be truly happy.
(Everyday we are running)
It feels like we're always racing against the clock and trying to keep up.
(Everyday we are running)
We can never seem to catch a break or slow down, even for a moment.
(Everyday do you notice that we're never free?)
We can never escape the demands of our daily lives, no matter how hard we try.
(Oh, why can't you be happy with me?)
I wish we could find happiness and contentment together, despite all our struggles.
(Everyday we are running 'round trapped in our seat)
We're stuck in our routines and obligations, unable to break free and explore the world around us.
(Oh, why can't you be happy with me?)
I wish we could find a way to be happy and fulfilled together, even in the midst of our struggles.
(Everyday do you notice that we're never free?)
No matter how hard we try, we can never completely escape the pressures and expectations of society.
(Oh, why can't you be happy with me?)
I long for a deeper connection with you, where we can find joy and contentment together.
(Everyday we are running 'round trapped in our seat)
We're trapped by our own fears and limitations, unable to break free and pursue our dreams.
(Oh, why can't you be happy with me?)
I wish we could find happiness and fulfillment together, no matter what challenges we face.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: ELIZABETH NISTICO, LOUIS CHARLES DILLER
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