Back To School
Fifth Platoon Lyrics

It's time to go back to schoolwhat a drag
The singer is expressing their dislike for having to go back to school.

I grab my trapper keeper
The singer is getting their school supplies ready for the first day back.

And put it in my bag
The singer is organizing their school supplies for easy transport.

I called Stan and said I'll meet you by the school(what time)How's eight o'clock(alright cool)So I walked out the door
The artist is making plans to meet up with a friend before heading to school.

Had my new clothes on and plus money for the store
The artist is prepared with new clothes and money to spend on things like arcade games or snacks at school.

It's nothin' new to me because every day's the same
The singer is used to the routine of going to school, spending money, and playing games before class.

I spend up all the money mom gives me in this place-oops, it's time to go to school, I better make haste
The singer realizes they've spent all their money and must hurry to get to school on time.

The school was close so I got there quick
The artist's school is located nearby, so they were able to arrive quickly.

There's so many girls so which one shall I pick
The artist is distracted by the amount of girls at school and is wondering which one to focus on.

But I have to keep them off my mind
The artist realizes they need to focus on their studies in order to avoid falling behind in school.

Got good grades in school and the whole "9"'Cause I don't want to get left back with the rest
The singer is motivated to get good grades in order to avoid repeating a grade.

So I'm gonna try and do my best
The artist is committing to putting in their best effort in school.

Education is one that you can grow on
The singer recognizes that education is something that can lead to personal growth and development.

Learn your purpose in life and so on and so on
The singer believes that education can help someone discover their life's purpose and continue growing from there.

Al Prentice will use his brain as a tool
The singer (Al Prentice) is committed to using their brain and education as a tool to succeed in life.

Back to school, it is cool
The artist is affirming that going back to school can be a cool and positive experience.

Don't be no fool
The artist is reminding their peers to take school seriously and not be foolish about their education.

I wake up in the morning, my alarm clock blasted me
The singer wakes up to their loud alarm clock in the morning.

And I felt kind of nasty
The singer woke up feeling unwell or not their best.

My mother yelled it's a quarter to eight
The artist's mother is reminding them that it's almost time to leave for school.

So I ran to the bathroom to get my hair straight
The artist is preparing their appearance before leaving for school.

I got dressed after I washed up
The artist is getting ready for school by washing up and getting dressed.

And then I called my girl and said what's up
The singer is checking in with their girlfriend before heading off to school.

Deep down I felt hurt
The artist is feeling emotional pain due to a recent breakup with their girlfriend.

So I hung up the phone and headed for work
The singer is choosing to focus on their other responsibilities, such as school and possibly a job.

But on the way to the job I stopped at a light
The singer is traveling to their job, but takes a moment to pause at a stoplight.

And I couldn't believe that people ignored some guys who were fighting
The singer is witnessing a fight and is surprised that others are ignoring it.

I kept driving and the things I saw
The artist is continuing their journey to work, while taking note of the things they see on the way.

Made me never want to come out the house no more
The artist feels discouraged or disgusted by what they are seeing, and no longer wants to leave their house.

I showed up at school just in time for class
The singer arrives at school just in time for the start of class.

But all these thoughts got me feeling kind of gassed
The singer's previous thoughts and experiences have left them feeling mentally exhausted or drained.

I focused on my studies and worked real hard
The artist is prioritizing their studies and putting in a lot of effort.

I knew my education was my key to go far
The artist recognizes that their education is important and will help them succeed in the future.

And even though my heart was a little bit broke
The artist is continuing to work hard in school, even though they are still dealing with the pain of their recent breakup.

I knew my future success was no joke
The singer is committed to working hard and achieving success in the future.

So I put my all into every test and essay
The artist is committed to doing their best on every test and essay in school.

Fifth Platoon is back to school and we're here to stay
The singer and Fifth Platoon are committed to being back in school and succeeding in their studies.