Combining HipHop and metalcore elements, he has amassed a large online
following by using his own personal hardships and experiences
as a way to connect with like-minded supporters across the globe.
Stay
Iamjakehill Lyrics
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My state of mind's been a little hazy, lately
But I stay alive
Come take a dive
Inside my head
Feeling down but never out
I'm hanging by a thread
My state of mind's been a little hazy, lately
But I stay alive
Come take a dive
Inside my head
Feeling down but never out
I'm hanging by a thread
Sometimes I feel like I'm dying
Sometimes I feel already dead
I got an obsession
Perceptions kinda messing with my head
I wake up in a daze
Don't even keep track of days
I got a problem with myself
But I know I'll be okay
I got a lot of pressure built
Hope, I don't crack the foundation
I think it's maybe time for me
To change the location
I don't know what I'm doing
Usually, I'm just pacing
And wondering if everything I want is worth chasing
Damn, 3 a.m. and I'm wide awake
Nothing changes pack it up
And just drive away
Sick and tired of this every day hide away, this every day hide away
(Maybe I been wastin' time)
(My state of mind's been a little hazy, lately)
(But I stay alive)
(Come take a dive)
(Inside my head)
(Feeling down but never out)
(I'm hanging by a thread)
Maybe I been wastin' time
My state of mind's been a little hazy, lately
But I stay alive
Come take a dive
Inside my head
Feeling down but never out
I'm hanging by a thread
I'm wastin' time
My state of mind's been a little hazy, lately
But I stay alive
Come take a dive
Inside my head
Feeling down but never out
I'm hanging by a thread
Yea, I'm hanging by a thread
Pulled it from my pocket
I know I say it all the time
But I don't ever plan on stopping
No matter the circumstance
I'm battered it's worth a chance
I bet I'll be better tomorrow
I'm done with the sorrows
Damn, wasting all this time stressed
About whats out of my control
Life is a journey the best thing
You can do it ride it slow
The highs and lows will come and go you better
Buckle up
Been a minute in the slumber
I finally toughened up but
Damn, 3 a.m. and I'm wide awake
Nothing changes pack it up
And just drive away
Sick and tired of this every day hide away, this every day hide away
(Maybe I been wastin' time)
(My state of mind's been a little hazy, lately)
(But I stay alive)
(Come take a dive)
(Inside my head)
(Feeling down but never out)
(I'm hanging by a thread)
Maybe I been wastin' time
My state of mind's been a little hazy, lately
But I stay alive
Come take a dive
Inside my head
Feeling down but never out
I'm hanging by a thread
I'm wastin' time
My state of mind's been a little hazy, lately
But I stay alive
Come take a dive
Inside my head
Feeling down but never out
I'm hanging by a thread
The song "Stay" by Iamjakehill is about the struggles of mental health, specifically dealing with feelings of uncertainty, anxiety, and depression. The lyrics convey the feeling of being lost or stuck in a dark place, but also the hope and determination to keep going and fighting through it. The repetition of "Maybe I been wastin' time, my state of mind's been a little hazy, lately" emphasizes the internal struggle and constant questioning of one's own thoughts and actions. The imagery of being "hanging by a thread" indicates a fragile state of mind, but still holding on to the hope of making it through.
The chorus of "Come take a dive inside my head, feeling down but never out" expresses the desire for someone to understand and see the internal struggles, but also the ability to keep pushing through and staying resilient. The line "I got a problem with myself, but I know I'll be okay" shows self-awareness and the belief that things will eventually improve. The song also touches on the concept of time and how it can feel wasted or lost, but ultimately it's a journey that has both highs and lows.
Overall, "Stay" is a raw and honest portrayal of mental health struggles and the perseverance to keep fighting through them.
Line by Line Meaning
Maybe I been wastin' time
Acknowledging that time may be wasted
My state of mind's been a little hazy, lately
Feeling a little bit confused and unsettled lately
But I stay alive
Choosing to continue living despite challenges
Come take a dive
Encouraging the listener to explore and understand the artist's thoughts
Inside my head
Sharing the artist's internal thoughts and emotions
Feeling down but never out
Acknowledging the current negative emotions but still having hope
I'm hanging by a thread
In a precarious state of mind
Sometimes I feel like I'm dying
Feelings of hopelessness and despair
Sometimes I feel already dead
Mental and emotional numbness
I got an obsession
Struggling with controlling thoughts or behaviors
Perceptions kinda messing with my head
External factors affecting the artist's mental state
I wake up in a daze
Feeling disconnected and disoriented upon waking up
Don't even keep track of days
Feeling lost and uncertain about time
I got a problem with myself
Struggling with self-doubt or negative self-talk
But I know I'll be okay
Holding onto hope and resilience
I got a lot of pressure built
Feeling overwhelmed and burdened
Hope, I don't crack the foundation
Worried about losing stability and balance
I think it's maybe time for me
Contemplating change and personal growth
To change the location
Possibly considering a change of environment
I don't know what I'm doing
Feeling lost and uncertain about the future
Usually, I'm just pacing
Engaging in restless and anxious behavior
And wondering if everything I want is worth chasing
Questioning the value and significance of personal goals
Damn, 3 a.m. and I'm wide awake
Expressing frustration about sleeplessness and restlessness
Nothing changes pack it up
Feeling defeated and ready to give up
And just drive away
Possibly considering a physical escape or distraction
Sick and tired of this every day hide away, this every day hide away
Tired of feeling trapped or isolated in the current situation
Yea, I'm hanging by a thread
Reiterating the precarious emotional state
Pulled it from my pocket
Visualizing the thread as a tangible object
I know I say it all the time
Acknowledging the repetitiveness of the artist's struggles
But I don't ever plan on stopping
Remaining determined to overcome the challenges
No matter the circumstance
Remaining resilient and persistent
I'm battered it's worth a chance
Despite the difficulties, persevering is the better option
I bet I'll be better tomorrow
Holding onto hope and optimism
I'm done with the sorrows
Ready to move past negative emotions
Damn, wasting all this time stressed
Feeling regretful about wasted energy on stress
About whats out of my control
Worried about things that cannot be changed
Life is a journey the best thing
Seeing life as a process rather than a destination
You can do it ride it slow
Urge to approach life at a comfortable pace
The highs and lows will come and go you better
Reminding listeners that emotions are temporary and will pass
Buckle up
Preparedness for the journey of life
Been a minute in the slumber
Metaphor for being stuck in a state of inaction
I finally toughened up but
Persevering through difficulties and challenges
Contributed by Parker S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@ACRProduction
Always a good day when Jake Hill puts out new content.
@zalloum9917
True Af . this dude is fire ! you too tho
@motoman9992
It’s a good day as he uploads and it didn’t require an AK
@willdaboss5117
Cxdy what is this music named so I can find it
@zalloum9917
willdaboss51 It's " Everybody dies in their nightmare "
@ACRProduction
Zalloum100 No it’s Shiloh
@FabvL
You're creating a sound i haven't heard in YEARS dude. Huge fan, don't stop making music homie
@stk_plague3015
just letting you know the sound is from xxxtentacion
@silasjames6907
whoa fabvl you listen to him? man if you two made a song that would be amazing
@tid06
this sounds nothing like xxx