MODUS
Joji Lyrics

Speed it up, slow it down
I am seeking control over my life, but can't seem to find balance.

Need control, need it now
I crave control over my own destiny, and I need it immediately.

I need to live a thousand times
I want to experience the world to the fullest – a thousand different lifetimes, all with their own adventures.

I cannot stop, I cannot cry
I refuse to let myself become overwhelmed with emotion or give up on my goals.

I will not fret, I will not die
No matter what obstacles I face or how hard things get, I won't surrender and I will always keep moving forward.

I am machine, I stay alive
I am relentless in my pursuit of success and will do whatever it takes to stay alive, even if it means sacrificing my own humanity.

Sometimes I think, sometimes I think
I have moments of reflection where I pause to contemplate the deeper meaning behind my actions.

Sometimes I think, sometimes I (woo)
However, these moments are often fleeting, and I quickly return to my relentless pursuit of success.

I've got no aim, a million rounds
I am lost in my own pursuit and have no clear direction, despite having access to seemingly limitless resources.

Is nothing real? A hunnid pounds
I question whether anything in my life is truly authentic or meaningful, despite the wealth and success that I have amassed.

Of heavy steel, it feels so loud
I am burdened by the weight of my own material success, which feels more like a heavy burden than a source of happiness.

Tied to my chest, it feels so loud
The weight of my own material success feels like a physical burden that I carry with me wherever I go, making it impossible to escape.

I'll take a peek to across the peaks
Despite my success, I still have moments where I yearn for more, wondering if there is something greater beyond the limits of my current life.

This grass is neat, I'm quite unique
Even in moments of doubt and reflection, I recognize that I am fortunate and special in many ways.

But I'd like to be, but I'd like to be
However, I am still driven to become more and achieve greater heights, even in the face of doubt and uncertainty.

And when they say they're satisfied, they're lying, they're lying
I recognize that superficial success is often just an illusion, and that those who claim to be satisfied are likely lying to themselves in order to maintain the facade of success.

Do forgive me, I've seen the treasure is in the bloom
I know that true happiness and fulfillment are found in personal growth and self-discovery, not just in material success.

But right now I'm just not strong enough for you
Despite recognizing that material success alone is not enough, I struggle to balance my desire for growth with my current limitations.

Sorry, you can see it in my retina
My struggles and limitations are visible in my behavior and my eyes, betraying my true emotions even when I try to hide them.

Focus in and out, I'm doin' better
Despite my struggles, I am trying to maintain a sense of focus and balance in my life, even if I don't always succeed.

Artificial ghost with no perception
I feel like a hollow shell of a person, lacking true emotional depth or understanding.

I wanna be a Chevy not a Sentra (yeah, yeah, yeah-yeah)
I am striving for more in my life and want to move beyond my current limitations, even if it means taking risks and pursuing something different.

I don't feel the way they programmed me to feel today
I feel like I am bound by expectations and social norms that don't necessarily align with my own desires or emotions.

Some pieces fallin' from the waist up, I'm so sorry for delays
Despite my efforts to stay focused and balanced, there are times where I feel like I am falling apart, affecting my ability to succeed.

Just need one moment to erase that burning pain before the rage
I am searching for moments of clarity and calm in order to maintain my composure and avoid giving into anger or frustration.

I feel good, I feel good, I feel good, I fixed it
Despite my struggles and setbacks, I feel a sense of satisfaction when I am able to overcome obstacles and achieve success.