Life Itself
Glass Animals Lyrics

Daddy was dumb, said that I'd be something special
Despite his father's misguided predictions for his future, the singer holds himself in high regard and still hopes to be something special.

Brought me up tough but I was a gentle human
Although he was raised to be tough, the singer has retained his gentle nature.

Said that he loved each of my two million freckles
The singer's father was affectionate towards him and made him feel special by loving every freckle on his body.

When I grew up, was gonna be a superstar
The artist had high hopes for himself when he was younger and dreamed of becoming a superstar.

I can't get a job so I live with my mom
The artist is currently unemployed and living with his mother for financial support.

I take her money but not quite enough
The singer relies on his mother's financial assistance, but it is not enough for him to live comfortably or securely.

I sit in the car and I listen to static
The singer spends time alone and disconnected, listening to static on the radio.

She said I look fat but I look fantastic
Despite his mother's criticism of his appearance, the artist finds confidence in his own self-image.

Come back down to my knees
The artist is humbled and reflective, feeling the need to return to a more grounded and centered state.

Gotta get back, gotta get free
The artist seeks to break free from his current struggles and limitations to achieve greater personal freedom.

Be like them, lean back and breathe
The singer aspires to emulate those who seem more carefree and laid-back, and to find peace in relaxation.

I'm waking up, lost in boxes outside Tesco
The artist finds himself in a situation of disorientation and instability, waking up among boxes outside a store.

Look like a bum, sipping codeine Coca-Cola
The singer appears disheveled and impoverished, drinking a medicinal soft drink.

Thought that I was northern Camden's own Flash Gordon
The singer once believed he was a heroic figure, but now recognizes the reality of his situation.

Sonic raygun, gonna be a superstar
The singer still holds onto his childhood dreams of achieving stardom and success.

I make my own fun in grandmama's basement
The artist is resourceful and creative, finding ways to entertain himself in his grandmother's basement.

Said I look mad, she said I look wasted
Although his grandmother may not understand him, the artist takes pride in his unconventional appearance and lifestyle.