Video Games
Half An Orange Lyrics
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You got things to do, you need to wake up early and read the morning news
Maybe I'd fit in if I tried a little more just to look like them
Maybe Iโฒd fit in if I tried a little more just to act like them
Play my videogames
Play my videogames
Play my videogames
Play my videogames
They say hey, I can't spend all my money on my debit friends
They need things to do, they need to go out and look for jobs and you do to
Maybe I'd fit in if I tried a little more just to look like them
Maybe Iโฒd fit in if I tried a little more just to act like them
Play my videogames
Play my videogames
Play my videogames
Play my videogames
Maybe Iโฒd fit in if I tried to look like them
Maybe I'd fit in if I tried to be like them
Maybe Iโฒd fit in if I tried to look like them
Maybe I'd fit in if I tried to be like them
Play my videogames
Play my videogames
Play my videogames
Play my videogames
Play my videogames
"Video Games" by Half An Orange is a song that explores the theme of social conformity through the lens of video games. The song begins with the singer lamenting that they cannot stay up late playing video games like they want to, because they have "things to do" and "need to wake up early and read the morning news." The singer then considers the idea of trying to fit in more with those around them - spending less money on their hobbies and trying to be more like their friends - in order to feel like they belong.
The repetition of the phrase "Maybe I'd fit in if I tried a little more just to look like them / act like them" throughout the song highlights the pressure individuals can feel to conform to societal norms at the expense of their own preferences and interests. This is especially relevant in the context of video games, which can be stigmatized as a "waste of time" or an unproductive use of one's resources.
Overall, the lyrics of "Video Games" encourage listeners to embrace their individuality and not feel like they have to conform to others' expectations in order to be accepted. The song suggests that there is value in pursuing one's interests and passions, even if they are not shared by everyone around you.
Line by Line Meaning
They say hey I can't stay late playing on my videogames
People tell me that I can't stay up late playing video games
You got things to do, you need to wake up early and read the morning news
You have responsibilities to attend to, like waking up early and keeping up with current events
Maybe I'd fit in if I tried a little more just to look like them
Perhaps I would belong more if I altered my appearance to match theirs
Maybe Iโd fit in if I tried a little more just to act like them
Maybe I would fit in better if I acted more like them
Play my videogames
I am going to keep playing my video games despite what others say
They say hey, I can't spend all my money on my debit friends
People say that I can't spend all my money on debit card transactions
They need things to do, they need to go out and look for jobs and you do to
My friends need to find jobs and I should do the same
Maybe Iโd fit in if I tried to look like them
Changing my appearance to look more like theirs might help me fit in better
Maybe Iโd fit in if I tried to be like them
Acting more like my friends might help me fit in better
Play my videogames
I will continue to play video games regardless of what others think
Play my videogames
I will still play video games and enjoy them
Play my videogames
My love of video games will not change
Play my videogames
Playing video games is something I will always do
Play my videogames
Video games are a significant part of my life
Writer(s): Andrew Spellman, Michael Maloof
Contributed by Andrew S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
TheOne Arif
Bro i don't understand why you guys are so underrated like what ?
It deserves to get atleast over 50k views or something bro
Djamel Benbrahim
@Half an Orange HI
Liam Petersen
@Half an Orange that is so wholesome and thanks! <3
Half an Orange
If you head to our label, Monstercat Instinct, on YouTube youโll see we get a lot more views. Itโs tough having your own YouTube channel that gain a lot of views, especially in music. We mostly post to our channel to say hi to our fans ๐๐งก๐
Lord LJ
Keep up the good songs.
Do Not Rush, Do Not Burn Dry!
Do Not Become Over-Confident!
Just make sure you guys are healthy. Okay! We can all deal with you guys not making a song for a while if it meant that you guys get some time for more fire wood, heal up, relaxing, etc... We love your Songs, but we wouldnโt have them without you able to make them.
Reece Dominguez
I saw you posted and I instantly clicked, hoping you guys are doing well!
Draconite_dragon_RL
it sounds so good and it is exactly what i do ; )
Kate does A thing
Same
Challenger LethaL
Gotta need to purchase this song on Google Play...I have already purchased many of your songs...In love with you all Half An Orange...You deserve more than a million subscribers...Being a fan since you had 5k subs
Santino
Why do you have so few subscribers
Like your music is awesome af and you are also active on youtube
Maybe your music is just toooo good for our society to get recognized that much :)