Look Out Tomorrow
Jesus Jones Lyrics


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It's okay, it's okay, it's okay.
Stand back; look out tomorrow,
Here comes a man without sorrow.

I guess it's okay if today's unlike the rest,
And it's okay that I'm not quite at my best.
But if you're looking at me to set your mind at ease,
Well, then there's no way, let's just give it all a rest.

I know you and all you're thinking;
You know me; you know I'm sinking.

Stand back; look out tomorrow,
Here comes a man without sorrow.
Good thing looks are deceiving.
Quick smile, then I should be leaving.

And, so, it's okay that I shouldn't say a word.
And it's okay that what I think is never heard.
But I'm looking at you to help me understand why it is okay
That I hide behind these words.

I know you and all you're thinking;
You know me; you know I'm sinking.





It's okay, it's okay, it's okay.
But it's okay, it's okay, it's okay, it's okay, it's okay.

Overall Meaning

The song "Look Out Tomorrow" by Jesus Jones is a contemplative and introspective piece that reveals the uncertainties and internal conflicts of the singer. The repetition of "it's okay" creates a mantra-like quality that suggests the singer is trying to convince themselves that everything is fine even though they are struggling. The line "Here comes a man without sorrow" seems to indicate that the singer is envious of someone who can be carefree and unburdened, unlike themselves. The upcoming tomorrow is being approached with caution, possibly due to fear of what the future holds.


The second verse suggests a level of insecurity and defensiveness as the singer acknowledges that they are not at their best and cannot provide comfort or reassurance to those around them. The line "Good thing looks are deceiving. Quick smile, then I should be leaving" possibly implies that the singer is putting on a facade to mask their true emotions, as they do not want to be a burden on others. Despite this, they are still hoping for someone to understand and help them navigate their emotions.


The repeated line "I know you and all you're thinking, you know me, you know I'm sinking" conveys a sense of hopelessness and resignation. It seems like the singer believes that others have already made up their minds about them and they cannot change their perception. The song leaves an impression of someone who is struggling internally but trying to put on a brave face for the world.


Line by Line Meaning

It's okay, it's okay, it's okay.
I'm trying to convince myself that everything is okay, even though it may not be.


Stand back; look out tomorrow,
Be prepared for what's coming up next in the future.


Here comes a man without sorrow.
I am appearing strong and unemotional, even though I am struggling inside.


I guess it's okay if today's unlike the rest,
Accept that not every day will go as planned or expected.


And it's okay that I'm not quite at my best.
It's alright if I'm not performing or feeling my best at the moment.


But if you're looking at me to set your mind at ease,
Don't expect me to solve all your problems or make everything better.


Well, then there's no way, let's just give it all a rest.
I cannot alleviate all your worries and we should just take a break from trying to fix everything.


I know you and all you're thinking;
I understand your thoughts and feelings towards me.


You know me; you know I'm sinking.
You are aware that I am struggling and need help.


Good thing looks are deceiving.
Appearances can be misleading and hide one's true emotions.


Quick smile, then I should be leaving.
I may appear happy for a moment, but then I will need to go and deal with my own struggles.


And, so, it's okay that I shouldn't say a word.
Sometimes it's okay to be silent and not speak up about everything.


And it's okay that what I think is never heard.
Even if I express my thoughts, it may not be fully appreciated or understood by others.


But I'm looking at you to help me understand why it is okay
I am hoping that someone can provide me with a reason to justify why everything is okay.


That I hide behind these words.
I may use words to hide my true emotions and struggles.


But it's okay, it's okay, it's okay, it's okay, it's okay.
Despite all the struggles and uncertainties, I am trying to reassure myself that everything will be alright.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: MICHAEL JAMES EDWARDS

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