Perfecto
Mac Miller - Swimming Lyrics
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Yeah yeah
Yeah yeah yeah yeah
Well it ain't perfect but I don't mind
Because it's worth it
Who really has the time at all
It ain't perfect but I don't mind 'cause on the surface I look so fine
Yeah, as hard as it gets, cool, calm and collected
Holdin' my breath this, ain't what I expected
Don't argue to death, pull my heart out of my chest
The cards is all on the table I'm callin' it
Don't say it I swallow it
When livin' off of borrowed time
Often I'm on the fence on a line
Addin' up what's on my mind
My feet on the clouds, head on the ground
That we goin' down, bet you know me now
I'm treading water I swear
That if I drown I don't care
They callin' for me from the shore, I need more
Well it ain't perfect but I don't mind
Because it's workin' (is it?, is it?, is it?, is it?, is it?)
Who really has the time at all (is it?, is it?, is it?, is it?, is it?)
It ain't perfect but I don't mind 'cause on the surface I look so fine
But really I'm buggin' buggin' makin' something out of nothing
It feel like the weekend on the Tuesday
I can move days
It's "I got something else to do" day
Always do hate, if I do say
The D'USSE with the homies like it's Kool Aid
Me, I'm just tryna play it cool J (anyways)
Yeah, mind over matter I'm
Purer than alkaline
Bitch stuck on album time
I gotta get out to shine
Fly on the wall, shit I was buggin'
Miss me like you gettin' withdrawal I keep that coming, yeah
I'm treading water I know
If I start movin' I flow
Ain't nothin' new it
Just play it cool baby, just play it cool
You know, cool
Well it ain't perfect but I don't mind
Because it's workin'
Who really has the time, at all
It ain't perfect but I don't mind 'cause on the surface I look so fine
But really I'm buggin' buggin' makin' something out of nothing
Yeah, tell me you love me spin me around
Pretty please pick me up in the air and don't put me down
Seen it all unfold, sat back and watched
Knowin' time don't give a fuck about clocks until they stop
Bare feet, runnin' late, her car is started
Even though the only thing that she driving, a hard bargain
More important is I'm kinda sorta out the door but
She put me back together when I'm out of order
Perfect
In Mac Miller's "Perfecto," the rapper discusses his thoughts on the idea of perfection and how it relates to his life. The song starts with the repetition of “Yeah, yeah, yeah,” which creates a catchy rhythm and introduces the lyrics that follow. The chorus emphasizes the main concept of the song, which is that life isn't perfect but that's okay because it's worth it, and no one has the time for perfection, anyway. He admits that even though on the surface, he looks fine, he is still "buggin' buggin' making something out of nothing."
In the verses, Miller elaborates on how he deals with difficult situations. He mentions "cool, calm and collected," which can refer to his approach to problem-solving. However, he still admits that life is not what he expected and that his heart is often pulled out of his chest when arguing with someone. Miller also talks about how he tries to balance his life when everything feels like it’s going south, and he is barely able to keep his head above water. The song ends with Miller reminiscing about a relationship and how the person he was with helped him when he was out of order, which could be a metaphor for how he handles life.
Line by Line Meaning
Well it ain't perfect but I don't mind
Despite imperfections, I am content with the situation at hand
Because it's worth it
The situation holds enough value to outweigh its flaws
Who really has the time at all
No one truly has enough time to focus on small details
On the surface I look so fine
My exterior gives off the impression that everything is okay
But really I'm buggin' buggin' makin' something out of nothing
Internally I am anxious and overthinking, creating issues where there are none
As hard as it gets, cool, calm and collected
Even in difficult situations, I remain composed and in control
Holdin' my breath this, ain't what I expected
I am surprised and caught off guard by the current circumstances
Don't argue to death, pull my heart out of my chest
I avoid fighting till the bitter end by empathizing with the other person's feelings
The cards is all on the table I'm callin' it
I am making a decisive decision based on all available information
Don't say it I swallow it
Rather than saying something hurtful, I hold back and internalize my emotions
Often I'm on the fence on a line
I am often indecisive, unsure of which path to take
Addin' up what's on my mind
I am reflecting on my thoughts and emotions, trying to make sense of them
My feet on the clouds, head on the ground
I feel both excited and overwhelmed by the situation
That we goin' down, bet you know me now
This situation is taking a turn for the worse, and I am being exposed for who I truly am
I'm treading water I swear
I am struggling and just barely able to keep afloat
That if I drown I don't care
If I fail in this situation, I am okay with the consequences
They callin' for me from the shore, I need more
Others are trying to help me, but I need more than what they can offer
It feel like the weekend on the Tuesday
The situation has me feeling relaxed and carefree, as if it were a weekend
I can move days
I have the power to make the most of every day, no matter what it brings
It's 'I got something else to do' day
I am busy and have many other obligations
Always do hate, if I do say
Others are envious of my current situation
The D'USSE with the homies like it's Kool Aid
I am casually drinking with my friends, as if it were a normal day
Me, I'm just tryna play it cool J (anyways)
I am trying to remain calm and collected, regardless of the situation
Yeah, mind over matter I'm
I am choosing to prioritize my mental state over physical needs
Purer than alkaline
I am genuine and authentic, prioritizing my true self over the opinions of others
Bitch stuck on album time
Others are fixated on my past work and not seeing the current situation for what it is
I gotta get out to shine
I need to escape the current situation in order to shine and be successful
Fly on the wall, shit I was buggin'
I was feeling insecure and anxious while just observing from the sidelines
Miss me like you gettin' withdrawal I keep that coming, yeah
Others miss my presence and are craving my unique personality in any situation
I'm treading water I know
I am fully aware that I am just barely keeping up with the situation
If I start movin' I flow
If I begin actively participating in the situation, I will be successful
Ain't nothin' new it
This feeling of being overwhelmed is something I have experienced before
Just play it cool baby, just play it cool
I should remain calm and collected, playing it cool despite any difficult circumstances
Yeah, tell me you love me spin me around
I crave affection and positive attention to help me feel better
Pretty please pick me up in the air and don't put me down
I want to feel loved and supported, lifted up and not brought down by others
Seen it all unfold, sat back and watched
I have observed the situation and the people involved, but have not actively participated
Knowin' time don't give a fuck about clocks until they stop
Time is fleeting and can pass by quickly, without regard for our schedules or plans
Bare feet, runnin' late, her car is started
She is rushing and unprepared, starting her car and leaving in a hurry
Even though the only thing that she driving, a hard bargain
Despite being unprepared, she is still in control of the situation and will not be easily swayed
More important is I'm kinda sorta out the door but
While I am partially invested in the situation, I am ready to move on
She put me back together when I'm out of order
She is there for me and helps me feel better when I am feeling overwhelmed and out of sorts
Perfect
Despite its imperfections, the situation is still perfect in its own unique way
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Jon Brion, Malcolm James McCormick, Terry Kevontay Watson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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LYRICS
[Intro]
Yeah yeah yeah yeah
Yeah yeah
Yeah yeah yeah yeah
[Chorus]
Well it ain't perfect but I don't mind
Because it's workin'
Who really has the time ?
It ain't perfect but I don't mind 'cause on the surface I look so fine
But really I'm buggin buggin makin' something out of nothing
[Verse 1]
Yeah, as hard as it gets, cool, calm and collected
Holdin' my breath this, ain't what I expected
Don't argue to death, pull my heart out of my chest
The cards are all on the table I'm callin' it
Don't say it I swallow it
When livin' off the borrowed time
Often I'm on the fence on a line
Addin' up what's on my mind
My feet on the clouds, head on the ground
That we goin' down, bet you know me now
[Bridge 1]
I'm treading water I swear
If I drown I don't care
They callin' for me from the shore, I need more
[Chorus]
Well it ain't perfect but I don't mind
Because it's workin' (is it?, is it?, is it?, is it?, is it?)
Who really has the time (is it?, is it?, is it?, is it?, is it?)
It ain't perfect but I don't mind 'cause on the surface I look so fine
But really I'm buggin buggin makin' something out of nothing
[Verse 2]
It feel like the weekend on the Tuesday
I can move days
Its "I got something else to do" day
Always do hate, If I do say
The D'USSE with the homies like it's Kool Aid
Me, I'm just tryna play it cool J (anyways)
Yeah, mind over matter I'm
Purer than alkaline
Bitch stuck on album time
I gotta get out to shine
Fly on the wall, shit I was buggin'
Miss me like you gettin' withdrawal I keep that coming, yeah
[Bridge 2]
I'm treading water I know
If I start movin' I flow
They nothing new it-
Just play it cool baby, just play it cool
You know, cool
[Chorus]
Well it ain't perfect but I don't mind
Because it's workin' (is it?, is it?, is it?, is it?, is it?)
Who really has the time, at all
It ain't perfect but I don't mind 'cause on the surface I look so fine
But really I'm buggin buggin makin' something out of nothing
[Outro Verse]
Yeah, tell me you love me spin me around
Pretty please pick me up in the air and don't put me down
You seen it all unfold, sat back and watched
Knowin' time don't give a fuck about clocks until they stop
Bare feet, runnin' late, her car is started
Even though the only thing that she driving, a hard bargain
More important is I'm kinda sorta out the door but
She put me back together when I'm out of order
Perfect
Dennis Cruz
I'm 52 years old, my son recently told me about Mac Miller, and i was like, nah, that's not my jam. He urged me to give him a chance, said: dad, you have to listen, keep you mind open, it's really beautiful, HE was really beautiful. I don't know why I assumed I didn't like him, probably some video I saw somewhere. Came home the other day after work and he was playing it on the stereo. I sat down and didn't move for 25 minutes. I was stunned by how beautiful his music was. How simple and deep his lyrics were. The beautiful layers, the lush vocal harmonies, his plaintive and authentic delivery. It was all so achingly beautiful. Such texture and gentleness. And then I wept. Openly, freely, my heart just breaking. My son emerged from the kitchen and saw me crying, and without saying a word he sat next to me and gave me a hug. Now I understand. I always tell myself, as I've always told my son, never let anyone form your opinions about music, listen and then decide, because you just might be surprised. how beautiful to have that lesson circle back and be taught to me by my son. RIP Mac Miller, your music was a gift to the world and you will be sorely missed.
Paperstreet
Bullshit lol
Paperstreet
@MamaAnimations ain't bullshit cus he wrote a paragraph 😂
David Washington
I love people like you who are open minded this reaches the heart soul his music literally surges
PJ Artistics
What does it matter how old his age is? I’m 30 years old and I listen to Ariana Grande and Mac Miller. I didn’t care for Mac’s stuff when I first listen to it. I regret myself on not giving a second try. He was talented. As a huge Ariana Grande fan myself and never doubt yourself on giving that artist a chance. I wasn’t a Taylor Swift fan at all but after I heard her album Reputation and now I currently have Lover. I can’t stop listening to her.. Embrace these artists it’s the reason they are alive and were alive as well..
TPi Pictures NY
To All New Listeners of Mac Miller,
Welcome and I truly mean that with open arms, I truly hope you take the time to catch up on his old music and take the time to listen to his new album that just recently dropped. Mac was a very unique artist and his new album hit my soul. I hope you enjoyed it as much as I do. Let Mac Miller help you feel some vibes and help you through tough times.
If you haven't heard his new album, please do and hear the emotion of a heartbroken artist, his music speaks to the soul and he even though he had his heart broken by Ariana, he was a positive spirit and his music will live on forever.
Don't worry about anyone calling you fake fans, if you just now heard of him, its okay you slept on him, but he is at rest now. Take the time to listen to his new album and if you enjoy it, just continue to listen and appreciate him as an artist. Broken hearts are truly the worst thing to deal with.
So any new listeners, I say welcome, and it's better late than never.
I'm still in denial. I won't even type out those 3 letters, just welcome to Mac Miller and listen to his music with an open heart.
stffns
''Mac was'' ..that shit made my heart break once again..
TPi Pictures NY
@stffns i know man, i wanted to type that in the present tense, because he IS such a unique artist. But this is gonna be rough with his new album having so much emotion. We have to learn to accept it, and I wont bash any new listeners or call anyone fake fans. If you like the music, then continue to listen because Mac was a breath of fresh air in this rap shit.
Da Juice
JP.TPiVisuals New York This song will help with the coping process cause it is still such a shock but at least we still have his great music to accompany us in our remaining lives
Zack Ablett
Spoken like a poet