Fresh New Sheets
JoJo Lyrics


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I don't wanna see anybody right now
I'm in no mood for company, just me
(Kinda crazy)
Mm, oh

Ooh, it's been a long day
Caught up in a wrong thing
Don't know why I opened my eyes
I wish I could just lay here
Just me and my space heater
Still can't find a way to melt the ice

I got these fresh new sheets and you said you were free
To come and break 'em in with me
Sounded good when I said it then
But maybe that ain't what I need
I get so attached then the comedown's bad
And I just end up hating me
'Cause even though I love your touch
I know that it's way too much

Please, don't come over
'Cause you can't compete
With the things that I'm scared of
That keep love from me
No, please, don't come over
Her heart's too weak
And I know I'm better
Than this sad, broken version of me

Oh, sometimes I wanna reach out
But then I start to freak out
Honestly, I'd rather turn my phone off
Because the energy that it takes to be somebody, somebody just ain't in me
I'm too much of a mess to let you know

Please, don't come over
You can't compete
With the things that I'm scared of
That keep love from me
So please, don't come over
My heart is just too weak
And I know I'm better
Than this sad, broken version of me

I know I'm better
I'm better
Better
I know I'm better, oh
Than this sad, broken version of me
Please don't come over
Heart's just too weak
And I know I'm better

Ain't I supposed to be further and bigger than this
When I walk in a room? Don't they know what it is? Oh
Trying to not think 'bout it, just hurts like a bitch
Put it under my bed, and I pray that it fits
All this heavy shit
I'm better, I'm better
Yeah, I'm better
Better, better, better than this
Don't I know it yet
I'm better, better, better
I'm better, better, better
Better, I'm better, better than whatever this is
(Better, better, better)
Can I hear that?
(Better, better, better)
(Better, better)
Please don't come over
You can't compete
Things that I'm scared of
Keep love from me
Please don't come over




Heart's just too weak
I know I'm better

Overall Meaning

The song "Fresh New Sheets" by JoJo explores the singer's desire for isolation and her fear of vulnerability in romantic relationships. The lyrics convey a sense of emotional exhaustion and a need for solitude. The line "I don't wanna see anybody right now, I'm in no mood for company, just me" expresses the singer's preference for being alone and her unwillingness to engage with others.


The chorus reflects the conflict within the singer's mind. She mentions the fresh new sheets, symbolizing a new beginning or a potential romantic encounter. However, she acknowledges that getting involved with someone often leads to attachment and subsequently a painful downfall, causing her to hate herself. She recognizes that although she enjoys the physical connection, it becomes overwhelming for her.


The refrain "Please, don't come over, 'cause you can't compete with the things that I'm scared of, that keep love from me" reveals the singer's fear of intimacy and her belief that her own insecurities are preventing love from entering her life. She acknowledges her weak heart and believes that she is better off alone rather than engaging in a broken version of herself.


In the bridge, the singer questions her own self-worth and expresses her desire to rise above her current state. She wonders why she hasn't achieved more success or gained more confidence. The repetition of "I'm better" suggests a determination to overcome her insecurities and become stronger.


Overall, the song conveys the singer's struggle with emotional vulnerability and her fear of being hurt in relationships. She sees herself as a broken version but hopes to find strength and self-improvement. The lyrics serve as a reflection of her personal journey towards healing and self-acceptance.


Line by Line Meaning

I don't wanna see anybody right now
I'm currently not in the mood to spend time with anyone.


I'm in no mood for company, just me
I prefer being alone at the moment and don't desire any company.


(Kinda crazy)
It may sound unusual or irrational.


Ooh, it's been a long day
Today has felt quite lengthy and tiring.


Caught up in a wrong thing
I got involved in a situation or relationship that wasn't right for me.


Don't know why I opened my eyes
I'm uncertain why I woke up or became aware.


I wish I could just lay here
I desire to simply lie down and remain in one place.


Just me and my space heater
I prefer the warmth and comfort provided by my space heater when I'm alone.


Still can't find a way to melt the ice
I am struggling to overcome the coldness or distance in my current circumstances.


I got these fresh new sheets and you said you were free
I have clean, new bedsheets, and you mentioned being available.


To come and break 'em in with me
I invited you to join me and be the first to use these new sheets together.


Sounded good when I said it then
At the time I proposed it, the idea seemed appealing.


But maybe that ain't what I need
However, perhaps that isn't what will truly benefit me.


I get so attached then the comedown's bad
I become overly emotionally invested, which results in a painful aftermath.


And I just end up hating me
As a result, I develop negative feelings towards myself.


'Cause even though I love your touch
Although I enjoy your physical affection,


I know that it's way too much
I am aware that it is an excessive amount or intensity.


Please, don't come over
I kindly request that you do not visit my location.


'Cause you can't compete
Because you are unable to surpass or overcome


With the things that I'm scared of
My fears and insecurities.


That keep love from me
Those fears that prevent me from experiencing love.


No, please, don't come over
No, I really insist that you avoid coming here.


Her heart's too weak
My emotional state is fragile or vulnerable.


And I know I'm better
I am aware of my self-worth and deserve more.


Than this sad, broken version of me
I am worth more than my current state of sadness and brokenness.


Oh, sometimes I wanna reach out
Occasionally, I feel the urge to seek connection or support.


But then I start to freak out
However, I quickly become overwhelmed with anxiety or fear.


Honestly, I'd rather turn my phone off
To be honest, I'd prefer to deactivate my phone and disconnect from communication.


Because the energy that it takes to be somebody, somebody just ain't in me
I lack the motivation or capacity to fulfill the expectations and demands of being someone important.


I'm too much of a mess to let you know
I am too emotionally distraught or disorganized to share my true feelings with you.


Ain't I supposed to be further and bigger than this
Wasn't I meant to achieve more success and have a greater impact?


When I walk in a room? Don't they know what it is? Oh
When I enter a room, aren't people aware of who I am and what I'm capable of? Oh


Trying to not think 'bout it, just hurts like a bitch
I attempt to avoid thinking about it, but it still causes intense emotional pain.


Put it under my bed, and I pray that it fits
I try to hide or suppress it, hoping it will fit unnoticed beneath my bed.


All this heavy shit
All these burdensome emotions and issues.


I'm better, I'm better
I am improving and becoming stronger.


Yeah, I'm better
Yes, I am indeed becoming better.


Better, better, better than this
Superior, superior, superior to this.


Don't I know it yet
Haven't I realized it by now?


I'm better, better, better
I'm advancing, progressing, and improving.


I'm better, better, better
I'm becoming better, better, better.


Better, I'm better, better than whatever this is
Superior, I am better, better than whatever this situation represents.


(Better, better, better)
(Superior, superior, superior)


Can I hear that?
Would you mind reiterating that statement?


(Better, better, better)
(Superior, superior, superior)


(Better, better)
(Becoming better, better)


Please don't come over
I kindly request that you do not visit me.


You can't compete
You are unable to surpass or outperform


Things that I'm scared of
The things that frighten me.


Keep love from me
Prevent love from entering my life.


Please don't come over
Please refrain from visiting me.


Heart's just too weak
My emotions are too fragile or vulnerable.


I know I'm better
I am aware that I deserve better.




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Written by: Joanna Levesque, Nikki Flores

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@hayleowens7807

[Intro]
I don't wanna see anybody right now
I'm in no mood for company, trust me (I look crazy)
Mm, oh

[Verse 1]
Ooh, it's been a long day
Caught up in the wrong things
Don't know why I opened my eyes
I wish I could just lay here
Just me and my space heater
Still can't find a way to melt the ice

[Pre-Chorus]
I got these fresh new sheets and you said you were free
To come and break 'em in with me
Sounded good when I said it then
But maybe that ain't what I need
I get so attached, then the comedown's bad
And I just end up hatin' me
'Cause even though I love your touch
I know that it's way too much

[Chorus]
Please don't comะต over
'Cause you can't competะต
With the things that I'm scared of
That keep love from me
No, please don't come over
My heart's too weak
And I know I'm better
Than this heartbroken version of me


[Verse 2]
Oh yeah
Sometimes, I wanna reach out
But then I start to freak out
Honestly, I'd rather turn my phone off
Because the energy that it takes to be
Somebody's somebody just ain't in me
I'm too much of a mess to let you know

[Chorus]
Please don't come over
You can't compete
With the things that I'm scared of
That keep love from me
So please don't come over
My heart is just too weak
And I know I'm better
Than this heartbroken version of me

[Bridge]
(I know I'm better)
(I'm better)
(Better)
Da-da-da-da
Da-da-da-da-da-da-da-da-da-da
(I know there's a better version)
Oh, ooh (Than this heartbroken version of me)
Please don't come over
Heart's just too weak
I know I'm better

[Outro]
Ain't I supposed to be further and bigger than this?
When I walk in a room, don't they know what it is?
Oh
Tryin' to not think about it just hurts like a bitch
Put it under my bed and I pray that it fits
All this heavy shit
(I'm better, I'm better)
(Yeah, I'm better)
(Better, better, better than this)
Don't I know it yet?
Better, better, better
I'm better, better, better
Better, I'm better, I'm better than whatever this is
(Better, better, better)
Can I hear that?
(Better, better, better)
(Better, better)
Please don't come over
You can't compete
Things that I'm scared of
Keep love from me
Please don't come over
Heart's just too weak
I know I'm better



@mariomontgomery5516

It's been two weeks without you
I'm too weak without you
When we speak about you
I say nice things about you

It might seem contrary
Very aware of the rumors
Let them bury us?
Don't let it consume us!

It's your touch, your stare
Too much I swear
I clutch your bare naked body
About to tear

Every bit of doubt out you
I love you, that's the truth
Once upon a time you were mine
In my youth

It was you plus me
It was us
Just think
With some trust we'd be for eternities

Back before skinny jeans
And new Boyz
Casey used to be
Your baby boys' chew toy

A hickie then a quickie
Just to pick me up
I've been down without you
Do you think of me much?

I know I can't take my mind off you
Daily you're there
Baby you swear you'd be there
Well where are you? Show me you care.



All comments from YouTube:

@jmele300

FINALLY!!!!! Some smart, intelligent, old school style R&B!!! Taking me back to Brandy days!! She really said WWMD (What Would Mariah Do)!! This song is genius. Takes you to another place. Thank you for being so vulnerable and REAL. The entire vocal arrangement is unreal. We need to give this girl her flowers!! It broke me when she said โ€œAinโ€™t I supposed to be further and bigger than this? When I walk in a room, donโ€™t they know what it is?โ€ Jojo, you are a QUEEN in our eyes. An ICON. Forget the awards shows and bogus press. Your music speaks for itself!! Forever a vocal prowess!!!

@agamergirl166

๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿ‘‘

@ms.carameldelight8744

Alll of this!!

@necdetug1

I'm with you too!!

@mandybae2524

AMEN ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿพ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿพ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿพ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿพ

@kyishajenkins3412

Amen

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@stephaniebiron651

Trying not to think about it is the best album JoJo has ever dropped. Itโ€™s so real, raw, emotional, inspiring, and beautiful.

@biancaleon6809

This is my favorite song. The harmonies are soooo good. Just speechless. I would love to hear this song performed live!!! Like Tiny Desk!!!

@ChanningWearsSunscreen

AGREED

@rosioalfaro4554

โ€œBecause the energy that it takes to be somebody, somebody just ain't in meโ€ฆโ€ ๐Ÿฅบ๐Ÿฅบ๐Ÿ’”

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