Hand Me Downs
Mac Miller Lyrics
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Oh baby, I should buy you another round
'Cause you care, and I swear that I'm here, but I'm there
It's gettin' harder to hunt me down
Get away to a place with a lake, such a great view
Leave the bank, couple hundred thou'
I made it, but hate once I build it I break it down
Might just break me down
And all I ever needed was somebody
With some reason who can keep me sane
Ever since I can remember
I been keeping it together but I'm feeling strange
Get away when it ain't really safe
And it don't seem right
But what's new? You get used to the bullshit
The screws, they go missing
It's likely they might be, but
You remind me
Shit, I need to stay in line
You damn-well are a great design
You despite bein' an only child
Say you need more of a family 'round
Let's turn these jeans into hand me downs
Down, down
Down, down, down
Down, down
Down, down, down
Yeah, well I'm just being honest, my conscience ain't doing bad
Because I try to minus the problems that I attract
And half the, time the wheels that's in the back of my mind
Just keep on turning 'til the tires flat and burn until the fire crack
I do not lie, though facts may seem a little far-fetched
That's only 'cause I may be make-believe and full of darkness
When I'm stuck between a rock and hard place
Walk and drop in change inside your empty guitar case
That's charity, um
I move carelessly, that's why I'm always trippin'
I guess it's like electrolytes, you help me go the distance
Not too efficient, but the way it's always been
Until the day we have to meet again
Get away when it ain't really safe
And it don't seem right
But what's new? You get used to the bullshit
The screws, they go missing
It's likely they might be, but
You remind me
Shit, I need to stay in line
You damn-well are a great design
You despite bein' an only child
Say you need more of a family 'round
Let's turn these jeans into hand me downs
Down, down
Down, down, down
Down, down
Down, down, down
The song "Hand Me Downs" by Mac Miller is about the struggles of fame and success, as well as the importance of having someone to keep the artist grounded. Miller sings about feeling lost and disconnected despite his success, as he tries to escape and find solace in a remote location with a beautiful view. He acknowledges that he has the tendency to self-destruct and tear down everything he builds, but he appreciates those who try to keep him on the right path, such as the person he is addressing in the song. Miller realizes that he needs someone to keep him in line and keep things stable in his life.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the importance of having someone to rely on and find stability with. The person Miller is addressing reminds him of this and encourages him to stay on track, and become a better version of himself. Miller talks about turning these jeans into hand-me-downs, which is a metaphor for passing them down to someone else, so they too can experience the comfort and support.
In conclusion, "Hand Me Downs" by Mac Miller is a poignant song that explores the pressures of fame and success and the importance of having people to rely on in life. The song is about the things that keep us grounded and the people who help us stay on track when we are lost.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm thinkin' maybe I should thank you
I'm considering showing gratitude to you
Oh baby, I should buy you another round
I owe you for your kindness and should treat you to something
'Cause you care, and I swear that I'm here, but I'm there
You've been showing concern for me, but I've been absent-minded
It's gettin' harder to hunt me down
It's becoming more difficult to reach me
Get away to a place with a lake, such a great view
I want to escape to a location with a beautiful lake
Leave the bank, couple hundred thou'
I have a lot of money saved up
I made it, but hate once I build it I break it down
I've achieved success, but I seem to always tear it down
Might just break me down
My flaws may finally get the best of me
And all I ever needed was somebody
The one thing I require in life is a supportive companion
With some reason who can keep me sane
This person should possess sound judgement and be able to keep me grounded
Ever since I can remember
As far back as I can recall
I been keeping it together but I'm feeling strange
I've managed to hold myself together, but I'm experiencing some unnatural feelings
Get away when it ain't really safe
I escape from uncomfortable or dangerous situations
And it don't seem right
Although it doesn't feel good, it's what I'm used to
But what's new? You get used to the bullshit
I've grown accustomed to dealing with negativity
The screws, they go missing
Things tend to go missing or awry
It's likely they might be, but
It's possible that everything could go poorly, however...
You remind me
You inspire me
Shit, I need to stay in line
I need to remain focused
You damn-well are a great design
You are a remarkable individual
You despite bein' an only child
You don't need siblings to feel whole
Say you need more of a family 'round
You desire the presence of individuals who care about you
Let's turn these jeans into hand me downs
Let's make our time together meaningful and lasting
Yeah, well I'm just being honest, my conscience ain't doing bad
I'm telling the truth, and my moral compass is still good
Because I try to minus the problems that I attract
I attempt to avoid negative situations
And half the, time the wheels that's in the back of my mind
My thoughts can be complicated and difficult to navigate
Just keep on turning 'til the tires flat and burn until the fire crack
My thoughts persist until they are exhausted and burn out
I do not lie, though facts may seem a little far-fetched
I don't tell lies, but the truth may be hard to believe
That's only 'cause I may be make-believe and full of darkness
It's possible that I'm not entirely in touch with reality and I'm struggling internally
When I'm stuck between a rock and hard place
When I'm faced with a difficult decision or challenge
Walk and drop in change inside your empty guitar case
I try to do good deeds like leaving money in a musician's jar
That's charity, um
It's a small act of kindness
I move carelessly, that's why I'm always trippin'
I tend to be reckless, which leads to mistakes and missteps
I guess it's like electrolytes, you help me go the distance
You provide me with energy and support to keep going
Not too efficient, but the way it's always been
My methods and approach may not be perfect, but it's all I know
Until the day we have to meet again
Until we cross paths once more
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: Baro Sarka, Garrett Stevenson, Malcolm James McCormick
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@carlosrios282
Someone said this whole album feels like Mac came back to earth to give us one last hug and tell us not to worry about him because he’s happy. And idk how to not tear up right now. Thank you Malcolm and thank you to your family and friends for giving the world one last chance to appreciate the artist you are, so pure, so honest and so beautiful.
@dylanmounsey7515
This song is so beautiful man
@kyrieguenther1501
reading that gave me chills and made me cry
@kavoj9483
@@lineartips1260 Bro chill, keep the good vibes up around here. He's up there in thugz mansion smokin' with Pac and the rest of the realest.
@jalopysocks
😢
@lukascortes
@@kavoj9483 well put
@brandunk924
i found out about mac miller too late man. his music is the type of music that gets you through the day. rip mac, even though you're dead you are loved
@simphiwehbiyelabrian5692
It never late
@tinycha0s
You should listen to all of his albums start to finish. Maybe skip a few but make sure you listen to Blue Slide Park, then Watching Movies With The Sound Off, Faces, swimming, circles.
@brandunk924
@@tinycha0s i've been on a steady descent into discovering more and more of his stuff. rn i think space migration sessions-objects in the mirror is my most listened to, but tbh i feel like i only scratched the surface of what's out there. i'll definitely give some of your suggestions a listen tho. i always appreciate hearing what other people listen to