Jump
A.R.P Lyrics

Hello? Hey mom, it's me mom
Addressing their mother, the singer confirms their identity but emphasizes their distance and secrecy.

Can't tell you where I sleep mom
The singer is unable to reveal their location to their mother, indicating a situation of instability and vulnerability.

'Cause that's where we be mom
The reason for the singer's lack of transparency is due to their current situation and living arrangements.

Sometimes I steal and cheat mom
The artist is confessing to their mother that they engage in unlawful activity to survive, most likely to gain food, shelter or items they need.

Yes, I get enough to eat mom
Despite resorting to criminal activity, the artist reassures their mother they're able to feed themselves.

Mom, can you listen to me?
The singer implores their mother to pay attention and perhaps help them in some way.

No! I don't mess with guns
The singer denies a specific type of weapon, perhaps due to fear, morality or being unable to obtain one.

Yes in my travels I have seen one
Despite avoiding guns, the artist admits to having seen one in their experiences.

No, being a runaway is no fun
The artist expresses their struggles and dissatisfaction with being a runaway, implying that it was not their desired situation or choice.

But house rules sure were not fun
The artist refers to the household they ran away from and the rules they adhered to, which were likely oppressive or unreasonable.

Something told me to
The singer was guided by their intuition or an internal force that urged them to take a certain action.

(Jump! Jump! Jump! Jump! Jump!)
The chorus repeats several times, serving as a mantra or expression of defiance.

And I don't care now
The singer is indifferent to the consequences of their actions or the opinions of others.

Cause we don't get out
The singer includes a collective pronoun, suggesting that their situation is shared by others who are trapped or unable to escape their lives.

I packed my things now
The singer has taken action and made preparations to leave their current location or situation.

Fuck this shit right now, I'm checking out
The artist is using vulgar language to express their disgust or anger and proclaiming their departure.

Hey dad, I'm o.k. dad, that's what you say dad
The artist is addressing their father and questioning his perception of the artist's wellbeing.

I never could obey dad
The singer confesses to struggling with obedience towards their father or authority figures.

You would have bad days dad
The singer recalls negative experiences with their father or perhaps alludes to his temper and attitude.

And you would make me pay dad make me feel way sad
The artist implies that their father was emotionally or physically abusive, causing the artist harm or distress.

Punk rock, tattoos, leather jacket
The artist is listing their personal style or preferences, contrasting with the expectations or norms of others.

Good grades don't come with that package
The artist acknowledges that their interests or lifestyle choices may result in judgment or disadvantage, particularly in educational or career paths.

Yes why'all I would love to match it
The singer affirms their desire to belong or blend in with others who share their values or style.

But names just make it harder to hack it by
The artist acknowledges the difficulties that come with being labeled or categorized by others who don't understand or accept the artist's identity.

Don't let your teachers teach you about wealth to death
The singer advises against blindly prioritizing or pursuing wealth or monetary gain in life, especially when it results in neglecting other aspects of life.

Maybe there's something else (I'm checking out)
The singer suggests that there may be alternative ways of living or finding fulfillment and reiterates their intention to leave their current situation.

Don't let Massah teach you that we are by ourselves
The singer warns against internalizing or accepting narratives of isolation, oppression or lack of community, specifically referring to the term 'Massah' which implies slavery and abuse.

'Cause trust me there's something else (I'm checking out)
The artist insists that there are alternatives to oppressive systems, urging the listener to seek them out and signaling again their intention to leave.

Oh la la la, la la, la la - la la la, la la, la la
The chorus repeats with variations on 'la la la', continuing the repetition and emphasis of the song title 'Jump'.

Shh...maybe there's something else (I'm checking out)
The singer whispers 'Shh...' but repeats the same sentiment as before, implying perhaps that they are sneaking away or attempting to avoid detection.

See we're not part of the Magna Charta
The singer alludes to the historical document that established basic rights and freedoms, but claims that they and those like them are excluded from those protections and privileges.

There's no shuttle for us to charter
The artist uses a metaphor of a shuttle which implies a luxury or privileged mode of transportation, but asserts that they and their peers do not have the same advantages or opportunities.

No...they're keeping it for themselves (I'm checking out)
The artist implies that those with power and privilege are withholding resources or benefits from others who need them, while again affirming their decision to leave and abandon those systems.

My ex-girlfriend I'm trying
The artist mentions an ex-partner and hints at attempting to reconcile or reconnect with her despite their current situation.

And her new boyfriend I'd fight him
The singer confesses to feeling envious or territorial over their ex-partner and expressing hostility towards those who are now with her.

And what about my cousins?
The artist mentions their extended family, perhaps expressing concern for their wellbeing or feeling separated from them.

Tell 'em that I love 'em
The singer expresses affection for their family members and requests that their love is conveyed to them.

I'm not perfect nor facetious
The singer acknowledges their flaws and shortcomings, but also affirms their sincerity and authenticity.

But at home I've felt fearless
The singer contrasts their current vulnerable and unstable life with the relative safety and security they had at home, despite their family struggles.

Your son completely hate less
The artist emphasizes their lack of hatred or malice towards others, perhaps contrasting with those who have caused them harm or inequality.

Turn to BBC you should see this
The artist suggests the listener should pay attention to the media outlet BBC and what it's reporting or showing.

A thousand heads
The singer provides this incomplete phrase as a mysterious and open-ended phrase, possibly alluding to a large crowd or community they belong to.

I woke up thinking something (I'm checking out) (jump!)
The singer implies they had an epiphany or realization, and again reiterates their intention to leave or depart, shown through the repeat of 'jump!'.

Wish I had it my way (jump!)
The artist regrets not having full control or autonomy over their life and the events that affect them.

Though I'm a rebel some can say (I'm checking out) (jump!)
The artist describes themselves as a rebel, someone who defies or challenges authority, but also affirms their intent to leave or escape.

I'm told it's neither (jump! jump! jump!)
The artist repeats this phrase several times, referring to a previous statement or discussion which is not clear, but emphasizing defiance and action through 'jump!'.

(I'm checking out)
The singer repeats their previous 'checking out' statement, indicating their resolve to depart from their current circumstances.

{*scratched*} N-E-are-D
This phrase appears in the instrumental section and could refer to the artist's name or identity, or a message of defiance.

Astrounaut suits by the BBC!
The singer ends the song with this nonsensical phrase, possibly as a way to reaffirm their previous exhortation to pay attention to or value the BBC.