Stuck
Oscar Lang Lyrics
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Sat at my desk sifting through my thoughts
Would it be easier if I forgot them?
Hardwired thinking straight from the source
Welcome regret, hello my old friend
It's obvious nowI'm quietening down
My brain's screaming out
It's hard to breathe
A struggle for a smile
Can't live up to expectations
But at least I always try
I know it's me I play it on rewind
Recalling situations
That got stuck there in my mind (woo-hoo, woo-hoo)
I need some rest 'cause I'm all drawn out
Running in circles my chest is pounding
I tried my best to drown it out
Another down day but whose counting
It's obvious now
I'm quietening down
My brain's screaming out
It's hard to breathe
A struggle for a smile
Can't live up to expectations
But at least I always try
I know it's me I play it on rewind
Recalling situationsThat got stuck there in my mind
In my mind, ah
Woo-hoo, woo-hoo, woo-hoo, woo-hoo
Stuck there in my mind
The lyrics of Oscar Lang’s song Stuck in 2-3 touch on themes of regret, anxiety, and the difficulty of trying to live up to expectations. The first verse sees the singer sitting at their desk, sifting through their thoughts, and wondering whether it would be easier to forget them altogether. The following lines suggest that the singer feels trapped by their own thought patterns, which are hardwired into their brain, and that they are all too familiar with the feeling of regret. The chorus repeats the lines “It’s hard to breathe / A struggle for a smile / Can’t live up to expectations / But at least I always try,” emphasizing that the singer is doing their best, even though it’s not always enough. They also acknowledge that they tend to replay situations that are “stuck” in their mind, indicating a tendency to ruminate on past events.
The second verse finds the singer feeling burnt-out and anxious, describing themselves as “all drawn out” and physically exhausted from running in circles. The use of the phrase “another down day” implies that this is a recurring pattern for the singer, and that they are all too aware of their own limitations. The final lines of the song repeat the chorus, and the song ends on the phrase “stuck there in my mind,” driving home the idea that this is an ongoing struggle for the singer.
Overall, Stuck in 2-3 is a poignant and relatable song that speaks to the experience of living with anxiety and the pressure of trying to meet other people’s expectations. The repeated refrain and catchy melody also make it a memorable addition to Lang’s discography.
Line by Line Meaning
Sat at my desk sifting through my thoughts
I am sitting alone at my desk, trying to sort through my chaotic thoughts.
Would it be easier if I forgot them?
I wonder if it would be simpler to forget my thoughts altogether.
Hardwired thinking straight from the source
I think the same thoughts over and over, stuck in a loop with no escape.
Welcome regret, hello my old friend
I am familiar with regret, it seems to visit me often in my life.
It's obvious now
I have come to realize something important.
I'm quietening down
I am trying to silence the noise in my head.
My brain's screaming out
My mind is overwhelmed and in distress.
A struggle for a smile
It is challenging to put on a happy face when I'm feeling this way.
Can't live up to expectations
I cannot meet the high standards that others have set for me.
But at least I always try
Even though I often fail, I still attempt to meet those expectations.
I know it's me I play it on rewind
I blame myself for past mistakes and constantly replay them in my mind.
Recalling situations
I remember events from my past.
That got stuck there in my mind
Memories of those situations have become trapped in my head, unable to let go.
I need some rest 'cause I'm all drawn out
I am exhausted and need to take a break.
Running in circles my chest is pounding
I feel trapped, going through the same cycle repeatedly, making me anxious.
I tried my best to drown it out
I attempted to distract myself, but it didn't work.
Another down day but whose counting
I've had many bad days lately, and I feel like it won't matter to anyone else.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Spirit Music Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Oscar Freddie Lang, Richard Turvey
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@auralay75
LYRICS ;
Sat at my desk sifting through my thoughts
Would it be easier if I forgot them?
Hardwired thinking straight from the source
Welcome regret, hello my old friend
It's obvious now
I'm quieting down
My brain's screaming out
It's hard to breathe
A struggle for a smile
Can't live up to expectations
But at least I always try
I know it's me I play it on rewind
Recalling situations
That got stuck there in my mind
I need some rest 'cause I'm all drawn out
Running in circles my chest is pounding
I tried my best to drown it out
Another down day but who is counting?
It's obvious now
I'm quieting down
My brain's screaming out
It's hard to breathe
A struggle for a smile
Can't live up to expectations
But at least I always try
I know it's me I play it on rewind
Recalling situations
That got stuck there in my mind
In my mind
Stuck there in my mind
@KeiferSalle
This sounds like something that you would hear from a racing video game
@ofalover
EXACTLY
@buldoguesx
Forza Horizon 5 in Epitaph Records radio here we go
@dezi2324
It did not even premiere yet and I already know I'm about to have a new favorite song!😄
@auralay75
LYRICS ;
Sat at my desk sifting through my thoughts
Would it be easier if I forgot them?
Hardwired thinking straight from the source
Welcome regret, hello my old friend
It's obvious now
I'm quieting down
My brain's screaming out
It's hard to breathe
A struggle for a smile
Can't live up to expectations
But at least I always try
I know it's me I play it on rewind
Recalling situations
That got stuck there in my mind
I need some rest 'cause I'm all drawn out
Running in circles my chest is pounding
I tried my best to drown it out
Another down day but who is counting?
It's obvious now
I'm quieting down
My brain's screaming out
It's hard to breathe
A struggle for a smile
Can't live up to expectations
But at least I always try
I know it's me I play it on rewind
Recalling situations
That got stuck there in my mind
In my mind
Stuck there in my mind
@norekfamily
Heard this song "Stuck" on the Spotify 'New Noise" playlist and the opening chords reminded me a bit of one of my favorite Replacements songs. I listened further and love the entire song. It's so nice to hear some kick-ass, guitar-charged rock. So much of what is being called 'rock' these days barely rocks at all. This tune "Stuck" actually rocks!!
@dramdarmody7239
This has such 90s vibes... I love it 😎
@gonzaloramos4729
its hard to breathe🎶
@abisepu
So thankful for the recommendation of YT🤩
@LoserListeningToMusic
i am so thankful for my brain clicking on new rock and emo playlist