Isolation
Mr. Crayon Lyrics
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Everyone should separate by six or seven feet
Stay off of the beaches and stay out of the streets
Only go into the stores for things you really need
I understand temptation, it's easy to be bored
Try to be creative with activities indoors
There's puzzles in the cupboard and crayons in the drawer
You could start a sourdough or you could make kimchi
How-many-different-dishes can you cook with kidney beans
You could hold a meeting and zoom a little group
Supplement your exercise by curling cans of soup
Isolation is the only thing for me
Everyone should separate by six or seven feet
Stay off of the beaches and stay out of the streets
Only go into the stores for things you really need
You could view the movie you previously ignored
You could play the board game that you never have before
And if you need to to be there, they shouldn't have to ask
Sanitize your hands and you'd better bring a mask
If you know somebody who's breaking all the rules
Going out in public with a bunch of other fools
Tell them to be serious we can't afford to cheat
The sooner we can shut it down the sooner we'll be free!
Isolation is the only thing for me
Everyone should separate by six or seven feet
Stay off of the beaches and stay out of the streets
Only go into the stores for things you really need
We're all alone together so try not to be sad
But that is still acceptable and so is being mad
Once you've had a little, you should try and move along
Give a little wiggle or sing a little song
Isolation is the only thing for me
Everyone should separate by six or 7 feet
Stay off of the beaches and stay out of the streets
Only go into the stores for things you really need
Mr. Crayon's song "Isolation" is both timely and poignant, given the current global situation of the COVID-19 pandemic. The lyrics directly address the need for isolation and social distancing in order to reduce the spread of the disease. In the first verse, the song advises everyone to stay six or seven feet apart from each other, to avoid public areas like beaches and streets, and to only go to stores for essentials. The second verse talks about the challenge of being stuck at home and suggests different activities to keep busy, like painting, building forts, cooking new dishes or even curling cans of soup for exercise.
The song continues to stress the importance of isolating and abiding by the guidelines put forth by public health experts. The third verse encourages people to catch up on movies and board games they may have missed before, and reminds them to sanitize their hands and wear masks if they need to be in contact with someone outside of their household. Finally, the song pleads with those who may be ignoring guidelines to take things seriously, reminding them that the sooner everyone follows the rules, the sooner life can return to normal.
Line by Line Meaning
Isolation is the only thing for me
I believe that isolation is the best way for me to stay safe and healthy during this pandemic.
Everyone should separate by six or seven feet
It's important for everyone to maintain a safe distance from each other to prevent the spread of the virus.
Stay off of the beaches and stay out of the streets
It's important to avoid public places where people gather to reduce the risk of infection.
Only go into the stores for things you really need
When you do need to leave your home, it's important to only go to stores for essential items to reduce your risk of exposure.
I understand temptation, it's easy to be bored
I know it can be challenging to stay indoors when you're feeling bored or restless.
Try to be creative with activities indoors
It's important to find ways to stay busy and productive while staying inside.
There's puzzles in the cupboard and crayons in the drawer
There are plenty of activities you can do at home to keep yourself entertained and engaged.
You could paint a spaceship or build a little fort
You can use your imagination to create fun and exciting activities to do at home.
You could start a sourdough or you could make kimchi
Why not try new things in the kitchen and learn some new skills while at home?
How-many-different-dishes can you cook with kidney beans
Challenge yourself to try cooking with different ingredients and coming up with new recipes.
You could hold a meeting and zoom a little group
Technology can help us stay connected with others, even if we can't meet in person.
Supplement your exercise by curling cans of soup
It's important to find creative ways to stay active while at home, even if you don't have traditional exercise equipment.
And if you need to to be there, they shouldn't have to ask
If you need to leave your home for essential reasons, it's important to take the necessary precautions to protect yourself and others.
Sanitize your hands and you'd better bring a mask
When leaving your home, it's important to wear a mask and practice good hand hygiene to reduce your risk of infection.
If you know somebody who's breaking all the rules
If you know someone who is not following social distancing guidelines, it's important to encourage them to take the situation seriously.
Going out in public with a bunch of other fools
Going out in public without taking proper precautions puts everyone at risk of infection.
Tell them to be serious we can't afford to cheat
We all need to take this situation seriously and do our part to prevent the spread of the virus.
The sooner we can shut it down the sooner we'll be free!
The more we work to prevent the spread of the virus, the sooner we can get back to our normal lives.
We're all alone together so try not to be sad
Even though we are physically separated, we are all going through this together and can support each other.
But that is still acceptable and so is being mad
It's okay to feel a range of emotions during this difficult time.
Once you've had a little, you should try and move along
Don't dwell on negative emotions - try to stay positive and look for ways to move forward.
Give a little wiggle or sing a little song
Taking a moment to dance or sing can be a great way to boost your mood and relieve stress.
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Patrick Spencer
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