American singer-songwriter Melissa Ferrick (born September 21, 1970) emerge… Read Full Bio ↴American singer-songwriter Melissa Ferrick (born September 21, 1970) emerged in 1991 as part of a group of new female alternative singer/songwriters, much in the vein of Liz Phair. Ferrick began singing in coffeehouses after dropping out of college, eventually winding up in Boston. Her major breakthrough arrived one night when she replaced Morrissey's opening act less than an hour before showtime. Ferrick's performance impressed Morrissey and he invited her to open for him during the rest of the tour. The tour earned her a small cult following as well as a contract with Atlantic Records. She released her first studio album, Massive Blur, in 1993.

In 2000, Ferrick founded her own record label, Right On Records. The first studio album released on her own label was Valentine Heartache.

Her 2011 album was entitled "Still Right Here".

Website: www.melissaferrick.com

Inside
Melissa Ferrick Lyrics

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I'm going inside
Shutting the blinds on my mind
Taking a rest from this restless life
I'm going inside
‘Cause things got good
And I got real sad
Then you came through
And I got mad

‘Cause it seems I am not the strong one

It's chasing everything
It’s exhausting
And I can't wait to take a drink
From the waterfall of our memories
As soon as I can get home and get me some sleep

When you're overboard
When you're really, really, really sick of keeping score
When it all comes down to the question
What are you doing this for?
That's when my brain freezes
Dolly back, pull forward movie-camera movement
Everybody around here keeps sizing me up
By my outsides
And I said I'm going inside, inside
Chasing everything is exhausting
And I can't wait to take a drink (give me a drink)
From the waterfall of our memories
As soon as I can get home
And get me some sleep
Get me some sleep

Chasing everything is exhausting
And I can't wait to take a drink
From the waterfall of my memories
As soon as I can get home
As soon as I can get home
As soon as I can get home
And get me some sleep
Get me some sleep

I’m going inside
Inside

Overall Meaning

In Melissa Ferrick’s song “Inside”, the singer expresses her need to take a break from the fast-paced, exhausting life she has been living. Ferrick sings about shutting the blinds on her mind and going inside herself in search of peace and rest. She speaks about how life got too good and how she got sad and mad at the same time. Ferrick realizes that it seems she is not the strong one, but still decides to take this break for the sake of her mental and emotional health. She longs to go back to the waterfall of memories she shared with someone and take a drink of peace and comfort, but only after she gets the necessary rest.

The lyrics of the song “Inside” convey a message of taking a break when life becomes too much to handle. It is not always easy to admit that we are not the strong ones, but sometimes, taking a break is the smartest choice. Ferrick sings about how life can be exhausting, but with enough rest and introspection, a person can find a way to continue. The song speaks to those who have been hurt and feel like they need a break from everything. By going inside themselves, they can find the strength and the energy to continue.

Line by Line Meaning

I'm going inside
I'm taking a break from the outside world and retreating within myself.

Shutting the blinds on my mind
I'm blocking out external distractions and focusing on my inner thoughts.

Taking a rest from this restless life
I'm temporarily withdrawing from the busyness and chaos of life to recharge.

'Cause things got good
I was content and happy for a brief time.

And I got real sad
My happiness was short-lived and I became overwhelmed by sadness.

Then you came through
You entered my life during a difficult time.

And I got mad
I became angry with myself and possibly with you for not being strong enough to handle the situation on my own.

'Cause it seems I am not the strong one
I feel weak and incapable of dealing with adversity.

It's chasing everything
The pursuit of success, happiness, and fulfillment is never-ending and can be exhausting.

And I can't wait to take a drink
I'm looking forward to finding comfort and solace in nostalgic memories.

From the waterfall of our memories
I'm seeking refuge in the collective experiences of our past together.

As soon as I can get home and get me some sleep
I'll be able to properly rest and process my thoughts and feelings once I have privacy and peace.

When you're overboard
When you're in a state of overwhelm and can't keep up with the demands of life.

When you're really, really, really sick of keeping score
When you're fed up with the constant pressure to succeed and outdo others.

When it all comes down to the question
When everything boils down to a fundamental inquiry.

What are you doing this for?
What is your motivation and purpose for living your life the way you do?

That's when my brain freezes
I become mentally incapacitated and unable to form coherent thoughts or make decisions.

Dolly back, pull forward movie-camera movement
I'm picturing a cinematographic technique that creates a zooming effect and represents a shift in perspective or focus.

Everybody around here keeps sizing me up
Everyone around me is scrutinizing and evaluating me based on external factors.

By my outsides
By my physical appearance, actions, and possessions.

And I said I'm going inside, inside
I'm reaffirming my decision to turn inward and prioritize my mental and emotional wellbeing.

Get me some sleep
I need rest and reprieve from the pressures of life.

I’m going inside
I'm actively choosing to seek refuge within myself and alleviate the stress and turmoil of the external world.

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