Josh A is a producer/rapper from Orlando, FL. After initially starting as a… Read Full Bio ↴Josh A is a producer/rapper from Orlando, FL. After initially starting as a producer, he began rapping over his own beats in 2015. Starting in 2015, Josh A's music has ranged from Electronic-influenced to Rap. His biggest projects have been the Blessed series which showcase his perspective on life as he lives it. He gained popularity quickly. In 2017 he contacted Jake Hill asking to make a collaboration. The two of them proceded to create most of Josh’s biggest songs and albums. Including but not limited to the Better Off Dead Trilogy, and singles like Too Many Dead and It’s Every Day Bro. More information about the duo can be found on their genius page.

Josh A occasionally raps under the alter ego “Lil Revive”. With this alter ego he frequently collaborates with Jake Hill’s alter egos Lil Tra$h and Lil Pinecone as well as Darko.

Used to
Josh A Lyrics

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You won't get used to this but it won't last too long
I'm building up
I'm falling down
And I don't know why but I cannot find my off the ground
And I'm stuck in loop
I don't know what to do
I'm looking at a wall and the wall is looking back
And the brickworks all cracked

There's a mirror in the corner and it reflects someone I don't recognise
He's got my face but he's a lot more dead behind the eyes
It's mix of confusion and healthy dose of stress
But it's all happening right now and I need to get it out my head

Don't get used to this
That's what I have to tell myself
You won't get used to this
But it won't last it won't last too long

Don't get used to this
That's what I have to tell myself
You won't get used to this
But it won't last it won't last too long

I've been here before
Yeah I've been here before
And last time I just got up and walk out the door
But this time there is something that's keeping me back
And I don't know what it is,
Wait that's a lie I know that's a trap
I know exactly what it is
It's that fact that I won't give in
I won't let myself give up and I don't wanna just make this clean cut
It's more complex than it seems and that's alright with me
But taking the hard way will obviously never be easy

I know it won't be easy
And I know that that's obvious
Everyone can see it but I can see it but I don't wanna pick it up
Why isn't this easy
That's what I scream to myself
But then I remember that nothing that's good is ever easy to work out

Don't get used to this
That's what I have to tell myself
You won't get used to this
But it won't last it won't last too long

Don't get used to this
That's what I have to tell myself
You won't get used to this
But it won't last it won't last too long

Don't get used to this it simple motto but it makes me feel better
About myself and about the way that I'm feeling cus I know it won't last long
And don't get used to this you're never gonna just feel one way forever
Any thing could change, any element, moment, time or place
And it's always, always changing don't get used to everything anything
Nothing stays still and that's the point
Its alright its just being alive

Don't get used to this
That's what I have to tell myself
You won't get used to this
But it won't last it won't last too long

Don't get used to this
That's what I have to tell myself

You won't get used to this
But it won't last it won't last too long

Overall Meaning

The song "Used To" by Josh A deals with the struggle of dealing with difficult times and trying to overcome them. The lyrics suggest that while things may seem hard right now, they won't last forever. The singer feels stuck in a loop of confusion and stress, unable to find a way out. They describe looking at a wall that is looking back at them, demonstrating a sense of hopelessness and despair. Additionally, the song touches on the idea that things may not always go as planned, but it's important to keep pushing forward regardless. The repeated phrase "Don't get used to this" can be seen as a mantra to remind oneself not to become complacent and accept difficult circumstances as the norm.

The lyrics of "Used To" by Josh A are meaningful and can resonate with anyone who has undergone struggles in their life. It is a reminder that while things may seem difficult now, they will eventually get better. Additionally, it encourages the listener to not give up and to keep pushing through the hard times.

Line by Line Meaning

You won't get used to this but it won't last too long
This experience may be uncomfortable, but it will come to an end soon.

I'm building up
I am getting stronger.

I'm falling down
I am experiencing setbacks.

And I don't know why but I cannot find my off the ground
I feel stuck and unsure how to move forward.

And I'm stuck in loop
I feel trapped in a repetitive cycle.

I don't know what to do
I am uncertain of how to proceed.

I'm looking at a wall and the wall is looking back
I feel like I'm facing an obstacle that is staring me down.

And the brickworks all cracked
The foundation of this challenge is breaking apart.

There's a mirror in the corner and it reflects someone I don't recognise
I feel disconnected from myself and my identity.

He's got my face but he's a lot more dead behind the eyes
The reflection in the mirror looks like me, but lacks vitality and emotion.

It's mix of confusion and healthy dose of stress
I am feeling both disoriented and anxious.

But it's all happening right now and I need to get it out my head
I am currently experiencing all of these emotions and I need to process them.

I've been here before
I've faced similar challenges in the past.

And last time I just got up and walk out the door
In the past, I was able to leave this type of situation behind.

But this time there is something that's keeping me back
There is a reason why I am unable to walk away from this challenge.

And I don't know what it is,
I am uncertain what is keeping me in this situation.

Wait that's a lie I know that's a trap
I am lying to myself when I say that I am unsure what is holding me back.

I know exactly what it is
I understand what is preventing me from leaving this challenge.

It's that fact that I won't give in
I refuse to quit or give up.

I won't let myself give up and I don't wanna just make this clean cut
I am refusing to take the easy way out and walk away from this challenge.

It's more complex than it seems and that's alright with me
I am willing to accept the complexity of this situation.

But taking the hard way will obviously never be easy
I know that choosing to face this challenge head-on will be difficult.

I know it won't be easy
I understand that this will be a difficult journey.

And I know that that's obvious
The challenge is clearly going to be difficult.

Everyone can see it but I can see it but I don't wanna pick it up
Others are aware of the difficulty of this challenge, but I am struggling to accept it.

Why isn't this easy
I am frustrated that this challenge cannot be easily overcome.

That's what I scream to myself
I am expressing my frustration and disappointment to myself.

But then I remember that nothing that's good is ever easy to work out
I remind myself that worthwhile challenges are never simple or easy to overcome.

Don't get used to this it simple motto but it makes me feel better
I remind myself not to become too accustomed to this challenge, as it is only temporary.

About myself and about the way that I'm feeling cus I know it won't last long
I remind myself to stay positive in my outlook, as this challenge will only be temporary.

And don't get used to this you're never gonna just feel one way forever
I remind myself that my emotions and outlook will always be in flux.

Any thing could change, any element, moment, time or place
Anything in life can be subject to change at any given time.

And it's always, always changing don't get used to everything anything
Life is always in a state of flux and should not be taken for granted.

Nothing stays still and that's the point
The nature of life is to constantly change and evolve.

Its alright its just being alive
The experience of facing challenges and adapting to change is an inherent part of being alive.

Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Josh Righton

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