Gotta Be Productive
Mattstagraham Lyrics
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Video games are not productive
I wanna get sleep but it's not productive
I still haven't ate gotta be productive
Can't have fun, gotta be productive
Crushing reality is not productive
Weight of all mistakes, gotta be productive
Spiraling for days and I wasn't productive
Too damn broke. Gotta be productive
Missed my friends funerals to be productive
Absolute guilt when I'm not productive
Obey your corporate masters and be productive
Can't have fun, gotta be productive
Crushing reality is not productive
Weight of all mistakes, gotta be productive
Spiraling for days and I wasn't productive
Yeah, gotta be productive
Obey your corporate masters and be productive
In the song "Gotta Be Productive" by Mattstagraham, the lyrics play on the pressure to always be productive in society. The lyrics express the idea that even basic needs like sleep and food can feel like a hindrance to productivity. The first verse contains lines like "Wanna watch tv, but it's not productive" and "I wanna get sleep but it's not productive" which show the internal conflict between wanting to relax and the societal pressure to always be doing something productive like work.
The second verse delves into the idea that productivity is enforced by corporate structures and the guilt that comes with not being productive. Lines like "Missed my friends funerals to be productive" and "Obey your corporate masters and be productive" suggest that the pressure to be productive can cause people to prioritize work over important life events. The chorus repeats the idea of being productive even when it feels like reality is crushing you down.
Overall, the song highlights the unhealthy societal norms surrounding productivity and the importance of balancing work and personal life.
Line by Line Meaning
Wanna watch tv, but it's not productive
I feel like watching TV, but I know it won't contribute to my progress or success.
Video games are not productive
Playing video games won't help me achieve my goals or be productive in any way.
I wanna get sleep but it's not productive
Sleeping is necessary, but it won't directly contribute to my productivity or progress.
I still haven't eaten gotta be productive
Although I am hungry, I need to be productive and accomplish my tasks first.
Can't have fun, gotta be productive
I can't allow myself to have fun until I have completed my tasks and achieved my goals.
Crushing reality is not productive
Reality can be overwhelming, but dwelling on it won't help me be productive or successful.
Weight of all mistakes, gotta be productive
I feel weighed down by my mistakes, but I need to focus on being productive and not dwell on them.
Spiraling for days and I wasn't productive
I have been in a downward spiral of negativity and unproductivity for days, and I need to break the cycle.
Too damn broke. Gotta be productive
I am financially struggling, so I need to focus on being productive in order to improve my situation.
Missed my friend's funerals to be productive
I prioritized being productive over attending my friends' funerals, which caused me guilt and regret.
Absolute guilt when I'm not productive
I feel guilty and ashamed when I'm not being productive due to my strong emphasis on success and progress.
Obey your corporate masters and be productive
I feel pressure from societal norms and corporate expectations to be productive and successful, regardless of personal well-being.
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Matthew Graham
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@natashaperry-fagant4171
This is criminally underviewed
I'm hoping TikTok will blow this shit up
@MattstaGraham
This comment makes me really happy thank you friend! I got a couple other videos for songs on here too if you want some new tunes
@omv9008
I'm coming from TikTok the dreams come true :D
@MattstaGraham
@@omv9008 hell yeah, thank you tiktok algorithm
@lowercasesncapitals795
Getting mauled to a pulp is technically also cardio. Productivity win.
@MattstaGraham
You know, I guess you’re not wrong
@dilligentpickle
I can't tell if I'm supposed to be productive or mad at the feeling that I should be being productive.
@MattstaGraham
It’s okay to be neither! The human experience isn’t all about progress. Sometimes it just needs to be enjoyed
@chavorucogamerplus2323
I’m working at 3am and this song described my life. This is truly a come to Jesus moment.
@MattstaGraham
Damn, algorithm is too good