School
Nirvana Lyrics


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Won't you believe it? It's just my luck
Won't you believe it? It's just my luck
Won't you believe it? It's just my luck
Won't you believe it? It's just my luck

No recess
No recess
No recess

Won't you believe it? It's just my luck
Won't you believe it? It's just my luck
Won't you believe it? It's just my luck
Won't you believe it? It's just my luck

No recess
No recess
No recess

You're in high school again
You're in high school again
You're in high school again
You're in high school again

You're in high school again
You're in high school again
You're in high school again

No recess
No recess
No recess

No recess
No recess




No recess
No recess

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Nirvana's "School" paint a picture of a frustrated and helpless student who is stuck in a cycle of bad luck. The repetition of the line "Won't you believe it? It's just my luck" conveys a sense of resignation to the fact that nothing seems to be going right for him. The lines "No recess" are repeated throughout the song, creating an oppressive atmosphere where the student is denied even the simple pleasure of a break from studying. The repetition of the line "You're in high school again" creates a sense of imprisonment and claustrophobia, as if the student is being forced to relive the same experiences over and over again.


The lyrics to "School" can be interpreted as critique of the education system, where students are often forced to conform to rigid structures and are denied basic freedoms such as recess. The line "You're in high school again" can also be seen as a commentary on the adult world, where people are often trapped in repetitive and unfulfilling jobs. Additionally, the lyrics can be seen as a reflection of the adolescent angst that Nirvana was known for, with the feelings of frustration and powerlessness that are common to teenage life.


Line by Line Meaning

Won't you believe it? It's just my luck
Expressing disappointment that things have not gone the way one wanted.


No recess
Lamenting the lack of free time or breaks that one used to enjoy.


You're in high school again
Feeling like one is trapped in a situation where they have no autonomy or control.


No recess
Continuing to express frustration about the lack of breaks or downtime.




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Written by: Kurt Cobain

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