Zoo
Jetta Lyrics


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If this is self centred then I wanna be sitting here
Red traffic lights turning blue
I'm doing the impossible too
I'll free the animals from the zoo
And I'm holding time like an hourglass
Falling through, I don't wanna turn back
Keep the wolves at bay and my secrets safe
I know I've got to find a way
But I'll be back, yeah I'll be back
Got to find a way
I know I've got to find a way
But I'll be back, yeah I'll be back
Got to find a...

Flying sky high, all my memories disappear
Catch the world in my rearview
Going faster than a bullet-train moves
My eyes wide closed as I go
And my mind is running like a motion capture
Inside it I'm loving every fracture
Gotta stay awake and feel these fears away

I know I've got to find a way
But I'll be back, yeah I'll be back
Got to find a way
I know I've got to find a way
But I'll be back, yeah I'll be back
Got to find a...

I just don't know what to do
Bury my head in the sand
Till I no longer think about you (about you)
I just don't know what to do
Keeping my head in my heads
Till I no longer think about you (about you)

I know I've got to find a way
But I'll be back, yeah I'll be back
Got to find a way
I know I've got to find a way




But I'll be back, yeah I'll be back
Got to find a...

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Jetta's song "ZOO" paint a vivid picture of someone on the verge of a personal transformation. The opening lines convey a sense of total immersion in the present moment, with the singer declaring their desire to be "self-centered" and present rather than distracted or disengaged. The metaphor of red traffic lights turning blue suggests a breaking down of barriers or limitations, and the singer goes on to describe "doing the impossible" and freeing animals from the zoo. All of this is underscored by the idea of "holding time like an hourglass," a powerful symbol of both the fleeting nature of existence and the potential for change.


The middle verse expands on this theme, with the singer describing a sense of detachment from the world around them as they "fly sky-high" and leave their memories behind. There is a feeling of urgency and speed in the imagery of going "faster than a bullet-train" with eyes wide closed, and the reference to motion capture suggests a kind of hyper-real, almost futuristic awareness. Throughout all of this, there is a palpable undercurrent of fear and uncertainty, with the singer acknowledging that they "just don't know what to do" when it comes to facing their problems head-on.


Overall, "ZOO" is a song about the tension between being present in the moment and confronting the anxieties that can hold us back from living our lives fully. It's a powerful and evocative track that captures the struggle of personal growth in a way that is both relatable and inspiring.


Line by Line Meaning

If this is self centred then I wanna be sitting here
I don't care if focusing on myself is seen as selfish, I want to continue doing so.


Red traffic lights turning blue
Time is passing quickly and I need to take action before it's too late.


I'm doing the impossible too
I'm not only taking on difficult challenges, but ones that seem impossible to overcome.


I'll free the animals from the zoo
I'm determined to make a positive change, even if it means going against the norm and breaking free from societal expectations.


And I'm holding time like an hourglass
I feel a sense of urgency to accomplish my goals and make the most of my time.


Falling through, I don't wanna turn back
Even when facing obstacles or potential failure, I refuse to give up and go back to where I started.


Keep the wolves at bay and my secrets safe
I'm guarding myself against people or situations that could harm me or expose my vulnerabilities.


I know I've got to find a way
I'm aware that there are challenges ahead and I need to figure out how to overcome them.


But I'll be back, yeah I'll be back
Even when I face setbacks or detours, I won't give up and will return to continue the fight.


Got to find a way
I must keep searching for a solution to my problems and not give up.


Flying sky high, all my memories disappear
When I'm focused on my goals and making progress, my past no longer weighs me down and I can move forward without distraction.


Catch the world in my rearview
I'm moving forward and leaving behind what no longer serves me.


Going faster than a bullet-train moves
I'm making progress swiftly and with determination.


My eyes wide closed as I go
I'm taking risks and trusting my instincts, even if I can't see exactly where I'm headed.


And my mind is running like a motion capture
My thoughts are moving quickly and in sync with my actions as I pursue my goals.


Inside it I'm loving every fracture
Even when things don't go exactly as planned, I'm embracing the lessons learned and any mistakes made as part of my journey.


Gotta stay awake and feel these fears away
I can't let fear paralyze me and must remain alert and present in order to keep moving forward.


I just don't know what to do
In the face of uncertainty, I'm struggling to figure out my next steps.


Bury my head in the sand
As a coping mechanism, I'm avoiding my problems or pretending they don't exist.


Till I no longer think about you (about you)
Until I can work through my emotions and come to terms with a difficult situation or person in my life.


Keeping my head in my heads
I'm allowing myself to dwell or ruminate on past issues or mistakes.


I know I've got to find a way
Despite my struggles and uncertainties, I recognize that I need to keep moving forward and seeking solutions.


But I'll be back, yeah I'll be back
Even if I stumble or face challenges, I won't give up on my goals and will continue to pursue them.


Got to find a way
I'm determined to keep searching for a solution and won't be deterred by setbacks or obstacles.




Writer(s): CARL RYDEN, JETTA JOHN HARTLEY, LIZ LAWRENCE

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