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Omri is a songwriter that was previously known as Razorback. He is an artist and vocalist.
Joke
Omri Lyrics
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Likes to make fun of his lonely life
K, here's my story but it's kinda private
So I'd like to keep it on the inside
Keep it just between us
Never had a lot of friends
But I guess that makes sense
So much fucking self-defense
And the only thing I had is the only thing I do
Which is making stupid songs just for, just for you
Now everything's a song or it's a stupid joke
A funny story 'bout that time that my heart broke
Everything I do is just a fucking joke
I'm just a fucking, just a fucking joke
And you can tell by the look in my eyes
That every joke is another disguise
And maybe one day, I'll take it too far, too far
It's never really too far
But you can tell by the look in my eyes
That every joke is another disguise
And maybe one day, I'll take it too far, too far
It's never really too far
Oh, what's the punchline to this, "Joke"?
Is it something 'bout my mental health, or?
Nope, okay I got it
Something 'bout how dumb this song is
I'm anti, My anti-meds, they won't
No, I can't rap, no, I can't rap
Sorry!
Here's a story of a lonely guy (keep it on the low)
Likes to make fun of his lonely life (only you can know)
Wears his heart on a sleeve like a kid does
Put a smile at the end of a sentence
I'll keep my training wheels on
Let me play, I just want to be friends
In "Joke," Omri describes the life of a lonely guy who is prone to making fun of himself and everything that happens to him. He admits that he has never had a lot of friends but has been drawn to making songs to keep himself entertained. Everything he does is a joke, a humorous response to the difficulties he faces in life. However, his inward sadness is apparent in the way he phrases his words and his deliberate irony. He hides behind his jokes, and while he worries that one day he will go too far, he believes that it is never "too far."
The song captures the daily struggles of many people who use humor as a coping mechanism to deal with their pain. The upbeat melody contrasts with the melancholic lyrics, highlighting the struggle between the optimistic parts of ourselves that search for joy and the darker reality that often surrounds us. The sporadic sound effects complement the theme of the song by enhancing the unexpectedness and unpredictability that comes with writing a song as a joke.
Line by Line Meaning
Here's a story of a lonely guy
This song is about a guy who is lonely
Likes to make fun of his lonely life
The guy uses humor to cope with his loneliness
K, here's my story but it's kinda private
The guy wants to share his story, but only with a select few people
So I'd like to keep it on the inside
He doesn't want to talk about his feelings openly
Keep it just between us
He only wants to share his story with a few people he trusts
Never had a lot of friends
He doesn't have many friends
But I guess that makes sense
His loneliness may be the reason for having few friends
No one wants to be around
People may not want to be around him
So much fucking self-defense
He is guarded because of the fear of getting close to someone
And the only thing I had is the only thing I do
Making stupid songs is the only thing that gives him joy
Which is making stupid songs just for, just for you
He makes these songs for his listeners like they are his friends
Now everything's a song or it's a stupid joke
Everything he does is a song or a joke, suggesting he doesn't take life too seriously
A funny story 'bout that time that my heart broke
He tells his heartbreak story in a humorous way
I'm just a fucking, just a fucking joke
He thinks of himself as a joke, but he doesn't take it seriously
And you can tell by the look in my eyes
He shows his loneliness through his eyes
That every joke is another disguise
His jokes are a mask he puts on to hide his loneliness
And maybe one day, I'll take it too far, too far
He fears that he may use humor as a way to cope to an extreme
It's never really too far
He is suggesting that there is no limit to his humor
Oh, what's the punchline to this, "Joke"?
He is questioning the point of the song
Is it something 'bout my mental health, or?
He wonders if people will think the song is about his mental health
Nope, okay I got it
He clarifies that it is just a silly song
Something 'bout how dumb this song is
The punchline is how silly the song really is
I'm anti, My anti-meds, they won't
He may be against medication to help his mental state
No, I can't rap, no, I can't rap
He admits he isn't a good rapper
Sorry!
He apologizes for not being a good rapper
Wears his heart on a sleeve like a kid does
He is openly emotional and vulnerable
Put a smile at the end of a sentence
He tries to end on a positive note, even when he is sad
I'll keep my training wheels on
He is just starting out and has more to learn
Let me play, I just want to be friends
He just wants to have fun with his listeners and hopes they can be his friends
Contributed by Ellie G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
SiD ?
Keep it up Omri, we are already your friends and most us would do anything to get in your life just a little to help you with everything youre going trough.
The self-defense is a word i would never use to name it, but the more i think about it..
i guess thats the main thing that controle my life behind the curtens.
Most of our lifes out here to be correct.
Just remember youre not alone even tho you feel lonely.
You wont be alone cause we are here to think about you and your happy being
even when you dont see it or hear it.
omri
THANK YOU EVERYONE! comment here if your life is also a joke <3
Jacob Barringer
I’m a joke a sick sick joke
Kryptopher
🤡
HANABE
a joke it is and will be for the eternity
Nataly Tapia
Came here because I needed something to make me feel something. I feel nothing lol but I wrote something not too long ago in my notes. This song was exactly what I was looking for. Thank you for being you, thank you for writing your music and having the courage, I feel the same way just suck with words and I am happy someone else had the courage and talent to make a song about these kinds of feelings because when you feel this way you feel alone and .. like no one really understands .. so thank you for everything Omri I heard about you when I first heard the song Save me, it’s 2021 I came back because you came to mind and I’m happy I did ♥️
SwaggerificTendancy
“No one wants to be around so much fucking self defense”
That hit different my guy
I love the silhouette singing on the chorus and how right after you move your shoulder with the screen. Friggen sick
Sofa Cushion
Just wanna say, you’re soo underrated man. Your music is awesome, I love it. And I’m excited to see this!
SiD ?
Keep it up Omri, we are already your friends and most us would do anything to get in your life just a little to help you with everything youre going trough.
The self-defense is a word i would never use to name it, but the more i think about it..
i guess thats the main thing that controle my life behind the curtens.
Most of our lifes out here to be correct.
Just remember youre not alone even tho you feel lonely.
You wont be alone cause we are here to think about you and your happy being
even when you dont see it or hear it.
Anime ASMR
Beautiful. ❤️
SiD ?
@DuckAlienVaded They are indeed, his originality, his voice, lyrics and way of making music, making everything sounds fresh and brings a new vibe with a new song, makes you exited for every of his upcoming work. (Still wishing for more screaming and growl vocals)