Ok Not To Be Ok
Marshmello Lyrics


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Feeling like a drop in the ocean
That don't nobody notice
Maybe it's all just in your head
Feeling like you're trapped in your own skin
And now your body's frozen
Broken down, you've got nothing left

When you're high on emotion
And you're losing your focus
And you feel too exhausted to pray
Don't get lost in the moment
Or give up when you're closest
All you need is somebody to say

It's okay not to be okay
It's okay not to be okay
When you're down and you feel ashamed
It's okay not to be okay

Feeling like your life's an illusion
And lately, you're secluded
Thinking you'll never get your chance
Feeling like you got no solution
It's only 'cause you're human
No control, it's out of your hands

When you're high on emotion
And you're losing your focus
And you feel too exhausted to pray
Don't get lost in the moment
Or give up when you're closest
All you need is somebody to say

It's okay not to be okay
It's okay not to be okay
When you're down and you feel ashamed
It's okay not to be okay

When you're high on emotion
And you're losing your focus
And you feel too exhausted to pray
Don't get lost in the moment
Or give up when you're closest
All you need is somebody to say

It's okay not to be okay (ohh)
It's okay not to be okay (no, no, no)
When you're down and you feel ashamed
(When you feel ashamed)




It's okay not to be okay (no, no)
It's okay not to be okay

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Marshmello's song "Ok Not To Be Ok" touch on the important issue of mental health and how it can make you feel isolated and alone. The first verse talks about feeling like a small, insignificant part of the world that nobody notices. This can translate to feeling like your problems are not important or that nobody will care if you try to reach out for help. The second part of the verse describes feeling trapped in your own skin, which likely refers to anxiety or depression that can make you feel like you cannot escape your own thoughts and feelings.


The chorus of the song provides comfort and reassurance that it is okay to not be okay. This message is important because it can be difficult to reach out for help when you are struggling with mental health issues. The second verse touches on feeling like your life is an illusion and that you will never get a chance to improve your situation. This phrase likely refers to feeling stuck or hopeless, and that there is no way to make things better.


The second chorus repeats the message that it is okay to not be okay, and that it is important to find someone who can provide support and comfort during difficult times. The song's lyrics provide an important message of hope and remind listeners that it is okay to struggle with mental health issues, and that seeking help is a sign of strength.


Line by Line Meaning

Feeling like a drop in the ocean
Feeling insignificant and unimportant


That don't nobody notice
Feeling like nobody cares or pays attention


Maybe it's all just in your head
Feeling like your thoughts and emotions are not valid or real


Feeling like you're trapped in your own skin
Feeling stuck or confined by your own thoughts and feelings


And now your body's frozen
Feeling physically paralyzed or unable to move or act


Broken down, you've got nothing left
Feeling completely drained and exhausted


When you're high on emotion
Feeling overwhelmed or consumed by intense feelings


And you're losing your focus
Feeling distracted or unable to concentrate


And you feel too exhausted to pray
Feeling drained and unable to turn to spirituality or higher powers


Don't get lost in the moment
Avoiding getting too caught up in your emotions or situation


Or give up when you're closest
Avoiding giving up or losing hope when you're almost at a breakthrough or success


All you need is somebody to say
All you need is someone to support and encourage you


It's okay not to be okay
It's okay to not be okay or to struggle with your emotions and mental health


When you're down and you feel ashamed
Feeling embarrassed or guilty about struggling with your emotions or mental health


Feeling like your life's an illusion
Feeling like your life is not real or meaningful


And lately, you're secluded
Feeling isolated or alone


Thinking you'll never get your chance
Feeling hopeless or like you'll never have an opportunity to succeed


Feeling like you got no solution
Feeling stuck or unable to find a way out of your struggles


It's only 'cause you're human
Reminding yourself that it's normal and natural to struggle and feel overwhelmed


No control, it's out of your hands
Feeling helpless or powerless to change your situation


It's okay not to be okay (ohh)
Reiterating that it's okay to not have everything together or feel perfect


It's okay not to be okay (no, no, no)
Repeating that it's okay to struggle or have a hard time


When you're down and you feel ashamed
Acknowledging that the feeling of shame often accompanies mental health struggles


(When you feel ashamed)
Emphasizing that it's okay to not be okay, even if you feel ashamed or embarrassed


It's okay not to be okay (no, no)
Reiterating that it's okay to not be okay




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Demi Lovato, Gregory Hein, James Gutch, James Nicholas Bailey, Marshmello

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Feeling like a drop in the ocean
That don't nobody notice
Maybe it's all just in your head
Feeling like you're trapped in your own skin
And now your body's frozen
Broken down, you've got nothing left

When you're high on emotion
And you're losing your focus
And you feel too exhausted to pray
Don't get lost in the moment
Or give up when you're closest
All you need is somebody to say

It's okay not to be okay
It's okay not to be okay
When you're down and you feel ashamed
It's okay not to be okay

Feeling like your life's an illusion
And lately, you're secluded
Thinking you'll never get your chance
Feeling like you got no solution
It's only 'cause you're human
No control, it's out of your hands

When you're high on emotion
And you're losing your focus
And you feel too exhausted to pray
Don't get lost in the moment
Or give up when you're closest
All you need is somebody to say

It's okay not to be okay
It's okay not to be okay
When you're down and you feel ashamed
It's okay not to be okay

When you're high on emotion
And you're losing your focus
And you feel too exhausted to pray
Don't get lost in the moment
Or give up when you're closest
All you need is somebody to say

It's okay not to be okay (ohh)
It's okay not to be okay (no, no, no)
When you're down and you feel ashamed
(When you feel ashamed)
It's okay not to be okay (no, no)
It's okay not to be okay



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varnika reddy

i guess tiktok is coolbut not anymore and yup here now and tik tokalready ruinedthis!

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@Varnika reddy tick tock ruins every song

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Sumaya 7

it hurts me to know how many of us young teenagers feel nowadays🥺

Shreya Verma

Ya correct it really hurts 😭

Millie Says

What does this say about the people who are our parents? Our generation is the saddest one yet. I know it's evolution so our brain is bigger and all so we feel more etc but it just goes to show our parents generation is really messed up to have broken us so much

The Reaper BS

;-; true...

BTwoah Forever

Kavindra Raj

For some youngsters, Internet maybe the reason of their sadness but you can't say that for everyone....we all have our reasons. Some are worried about their academics and grades, some got family issues,some are afraid to come out as themselves, their sexualities aren't being accepted, their insecurities.

Not everything revolves around Internet and not everyone is sad bcs of social medias. Just let them be. They will figure it out.

If are the the saddest generation, it's not for just ONE reason. Understanding this will make so many things better...

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