Lost in Space
N. Young Lyrics
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I feel stuck in my mind
Like it is not mine
If you read between this line
I am not fine
Cuz I'm sick of trying
To define mine
Lost in space and I'm dyin
Thanking god that I use it
Cuz lately every stage of life
Isn't nothing but abusive
But I'm inconclusive
That I'm cut out to do this
Cuz I'm not getting anywhere
And Imma snap
Every other day
I'm tryna get her back
She said that I'm wayy tooo focused on rap
I was eating lobster with Joyner
Then I woke up from a nap
I once met this guy who Produced for A$AP
He took all my cash and split
I swear to god it was accident
When I rapped for him
I just spat to vent
He taught me what actions is
I guess I'm too passionate
She said Kaso I said pass the dip
I don't know what's happening
I'm so ganngsa pass the clip
How she for the culture but don't know who Dizaster is?
But She got an ass that flips
So pass the bitch
I don't know where his ashes is
But after this
Imma smash the shit
Yuh
Cuz I'm lost in space
Lost in space
Lost in space
If you know how i feel
Why would you say that to me
You know that my feelings are Fragile
And thats just how it be
Do you say what you mean?
Are you saying that just cause
If you cared about me
You wouldn't be so mean
Yeah, you wouldn't be so mean
Yeah
Cuz I'm lost in space
The song Lost in Space by NF explores the theme of feeling trapped within one's own mind. The artist describes feeling stuck and unable to define himself, which has ultimately left him feeling lost in space. He expresses his frustration with the challenges he faces in his life, particularly when it comes to pursuing his passion for music. However, he also acknowledges the value that music brings to his life, as it allows him to vent his emotions and find relief from the abusive aspects of everyday life. The lyrics also make mention of a former love interest, with whom the artist has had difficulty maintaining a relationship due to his strong focus on his music career. The artist ultimately concludes that he feels lost in space and unable to navigate his way through the complexities of life.
Line by Line Meaning
Cuz I'm Lost in space (Yeah)
I feel a sense of detachment and disorientation from reality
I feel stuck in my mind
I feel mentally trapped and unable to escape my thoughts
Like it is not mine
My mind feels foreign or unfamiliar to me
If you read between this line
If you look closely and interpret my words carefully
I am not fine
I am not doing well emotionally or mentally
Cuz I'm sick of trying
I am tired of attempting to succeed and feeling like it is not working
To define mine
To understand and figure out what is truly mine
Lost in space and I'm dyin
I feel lost and don't know how to find my way back
I fell in love with the music
I have a deep passion and connection to creating and listening to music
Thanking god that I use it
I am grateful for the ability to express myself through music
Cuz lately every stage of life
Recently, every phase of my life has been challenging and difficult
Isn't nothing but abusive
It feels like everything around me is causing harm and aggression towards me
But I'm inconclusive
I am unsure if the path I am taking is the right one for me
That I'm cut out to do this
I am unsure if I have what it takes to succeed in music
Cuz I'm not getting anywhere
I feel like I am not making any progress in my music career
And Imma snap
I am on the verge of a breakdown
Every other day
Frequently
I'm tryna get her back
I am attempting to win back the love of a former partner
She said that I'm wayy tooo focused on rap
My ex-partner believes that I am too invested in my music and not enough in our relationship
I was eating lobster with Joyner
I was having a luxurious meal with the rapper Joyner Lucas
Then I woke up from a nap
This event was only a dream and not real
I once met this guy who Produced for A$AP
I once met a music producer who worked with the rapper A$AP Rocky
He took all my cash and split
The producer took my money and ran away
I swear to god it was accident
I did not intend for this situation to happen
When I rapped for him
When I performed my music for him
I just spat to vent
I expressed my emotions through my lyrics
He taught me what actions is
The producer taught me the value of taking action and being proactive
I guess I'm too passionate
I am too eager and emotional about my music
She said Kaso I said pass the dip
A conversation in which someone named Kaso asked for dip and I didn't respond appropriately
I don't know what's happening
I am not sure what is going on
I'm so ganngsa pass the clip
A reference to engaging in gang activity, followed by asking for a weapon (clip)
How she for the culture but don't know who Dizaster is?
A rhetorical question about someone claiming to be part of a music culture but not knowing a prominent figure in that culture
But She got an ass that flips
She has an attractive body
So pass the bitch
Disrespectful and objectifying language referring to the woman mentioned previously
I don't know where his ashes is
I am unclear on where someone's cremated remains are
But after this
After this moment or event
Imma smash the shit
I am going to perform exceptionally and dominate my music career
If you know how i feel
If you understand my emotional state
Why would you say that to me
Why would you say something hurtful knowing my emotional fragility
You know that my feelings are Fragile
You are aware that I am emotionally sensitive and vulnerable
And thats just how it be
That is just how things are and how I am
Do you say what you mean?
Are you being honest in what you say?
Are you saying that just cause
Are you saying that for any particular reason?
If you cared about me
If you truly cared about me
You wouldn't be so mean
You would not say hurtful things to me if you cared about me
Yeah, you wouldn't be so mean
Reiteration that hurtful words conflict with a caring nature
Cuz I'm lost in space
Because I am struggling with my mental and emotional state
Lost in space
Confused and disorientated in a metaphorical sense
Lost in space
Repetition of the confusion in which the artist feels
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Young Kaso, Hew Collins
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thisisnowhere
I sang this song as a bedtime lullaby to all three of my boys through the years. They all loved the part about the magic pen and drawing on the infinity board. Every once in a while I gave them a rendition of Deep Forbidden Lake. I just took 2 of them to see Neil at the Barclays, they loved it.
Kimberly Andreson
I had this album in 1980, and it brings back memories of listening to it almost every morning before work. Little Wing and Lost in Space are my favorite tracks on the album. Happy 2019!
Jackals The Last
Mine are Lost in Space, Captain Kennedy, The Old Homestead, Coastline, Staying Power.
MWL4466
Yup. Simple and beautiful. I find myself going back to the Hawk's And Dove's album for inspiration every once in a while. It's a hidden gem !
Joseph Leeder
i always listened to this album when dad played it in the car, and it brings back so many memories, especially this so its aboslutely genius
ddsdd47
I think this is one of Neil's best songs. It just sounds so pure.
Matthew Pocock
I love playing this on my old guitar. Thanks, Neil ☮✌❤
Robert Gries
thats the magic of neil youngs music there are so many that hit us the way this does for you. I love this album.
Saverio Tocchetti
"Breakers crash on the beach, I count them like lambs in my sleep.." With its assonances and alliterations is a piece of pure poetry.
ddsdd47
Neil at his best. I love it and it haunts me. Perfection. Fred Locey, my brother forever.