YOLO
Kendrick Lamar Adam Levine and The Lonely Island Lyrics

YOLO, you only live once
This phrase serves as an exhortation to live your life to the fullest since life is short.

The battle cry of a generation
The phrase YOLO is used to express a mindset that's prevalent among the younger generation.

This life is a precious gift
Life is a valuable blessing that should be cherished.

So don't get too crazy
Live life to the fullest, but don't be reckless.

It's not worth the risk
Avoid putting your life or well-being in danger just for a risky experience.

You know that we are still young
You are youthful and have a lot of opportunities to make the most out of your life.

So don't be dumb
Make informed and sensible decisions to avoid putting yourself in danger.

Don't trust anyone
Be careful about who you trust since many people have hidden intentions.

'Cause you only live once
You only have one shot at life, so make it count.

Uh, you only live once, that's the motto
YOLO represents a life philosophy that life should be lived to the fullest.

So take a chill pill, ease off the throttle
Calm down and take it easy instead of rushing headlong into danger.

Never go to loud clubs 'cause it's bad for your ears
Avoid going to noisy places that could damage your hearing over time.

Your friends will all be sorry when they can't hear
If you lose your hearing, your friends will have to be sorry that you can't experience things the same way.

And stay the hell away from drugs 'cause they not legal
Avoid illegal drugs to minimize your chances of running afoul of law enforcement.

Then bury all your money in the backyard like a beagle
Keep your savings safe by burying it in the backyard like a dog keeps its bones hidden.

'Cause you should never trust a bank, they've been known to fail
Banks are not always reliable and could fail, endangering your savings.

And never travel by car or bus, boat or by rail
Stay away from any form of transportation since accidents can happen anytime and anywhere.

And don't travel by plane, and don't travel at all
Traveling is risky, so it's best to avoid it entirely.

Build a bomb shelter basement with titanium walls
Protect yourself from danger by hiding out in a secure bunker with metal walls.

And wear titanium suits in case pianos fall on you
Armor yourself to the teeth in protective gear to minimize bodily harm in case an object falls on you.

And never go to saunas 'cause they're crawlin' with piranhas
Saunas harbor dangerous piranhas that could harm you, so stay away.

And never take the stairs 'cause they're often unsafe
Stairs are regarded as dangerous since people trip on them frequently and sustain injuries.

You only live once, don't let it go to waste
YOLO is not just an expression, it is a way of living to make the most of life while still alive.

Cook your meat till it's done
Make sure that your meat is properly cooked to avoid food poisoning.

Yeah, and here's another piece of advice
The song now presents another tip on how to make the most out of life.

Stay away from kids, 'cause their hair is filled with mad lice
Children often have head lice, so it's best to avoid them to minimize the risk of infestation.

There's no such thing as too much Purell
Use Purell, an alcohol-based hand sanitizer, whenever possible to minimize the risk of infection.

This a cautionary tale, word to George Orwell
The lyrics are intended as a warning to avoid danger and not suffer the consequences, as noted in George Orwell's works.

So don't 1980-force any plugs into sockets
Don't force plugs into sockets since it's dangerous and could lead to electrocution.

Always wear a chastity belt and triple lock it
Protect yourself from sexual assault by wearing a chastity belt that is triple locked.

Then hire a taster, make him check your food for poison
Hire someone to test your food for poison to ensure your safety.

And if you think your mailman is a spy, then destroy him
Avoid trusting anyone and eliminate any suspicion by destroying suspicious people, like mailmen who could be spies.

No blankets or pajamas, they can choke you in your sleep
Blankets and pajamas are dangerous and can suffocate you in your sleep, so it's best to avoid them.

Two words about furniture: killing machines
Furniture is often regarded as a danger to people, and the lyrics warn against it.

Now board your windows up the sun is bad for your health
Close out the sun to avoid being exposed to the harmful rays that could damage your skin.

And always wear a straight jacket so you're safe from yourself
A straight jacket is a restraint garment that protects one from hurting oneself, hence it's necessary.

Uh huh, take no chances, stop freelancin'
Avoid taking chances and stop taking on independent jobs to minimize the risks that come with such practices.

Invest in your future, don't dilute your finances
Be mindful of how you spend your money for the future, don't waste your money in needless pursuits.

401K, make sure it's low risk
Keep your savings in low-risk financial products like the 401K to ensure secure long-term prospects.

Then get some real estate (how much?), four point two percent
Buy some real estate and aim for a 4.2 percent return on investment for a secure financial future.

Thirty year mortgage, that's important, that's a great deal
Take out a thirty-year mortgage as it is a valuable and practical investment choice.

And if you can't afford it, don't forge it on your last bill
Don't incur huge debts that you can't repay or suffer the consequences of eventual default and payment plans.

Renting is for suckers right now
Renting is not a good long-term plan since it provides no long term equity or value.

A dependable savings
Encouragement to build dependable, secure savings for the future.

And you'll retire with money in your account
The song encourages responsible financial management to ensure a fulfilling retirement that's not marred by lack of financial stability.

YOLO, say no-no
The YOLO phrase should be a warning against reckless behavior and not an endorsement of it.

Isolate yourself and just roll solo, be careful-o
Keep to yourself and avoid socializing to avoid dangerous situations.

You Oughta Look Out also stands for YOLO
YOLO is an acronym for You Only Live Once, but it is important to remember to look out for your own safety at all times.

Burn the prints off your thumbs
Eliminate the traces that could be used to track you by burning off your fingerprints.

Then pull out all your teeth
Eliminate a major tracking tool by removing your visible dental identification.

So you can't bite your tongue
Removing your teeth prevents you from accidentally biting your tongue and injuring yourself.

Only on this earth for a short time, time
You have a limited time to achieve all your goals, hence the need to be mindful of how you live your life.

So don't go outside, cause you don't want to die, die
Outside is too risky a place to be since danger is ever present.

Just take our advice and hide
Follow the advised precautions and keep yourself safe by hiding from harm.

And scream YOLO to the sky
Acknowledge that you only have one life and make the most of it.

You oughta look out
Be constantly mindful of the things that could harm you in life.