Overlook’s music pays homage to great Drum & Bass tradition while viewing the genre through a futurist lens. He makes no secret of his influences from the world of film and art, drawing heavily on the suspense, tension and restraint of the medium.
A consummate producer and highly credible remixer, never bound by the numbing limitation of genre. Overlook has made a mark not only within Drum & Bass but across the scope of electronic music as a whole.
He also co-runs the following labels - The Stone Tapes & DROOGS (UVB-76 Music sub-labels) & Dreams On Tape
He has also released under the following aliases - Lucid Dreams, Carrier, and 4 6 2 5
Crisis
Overlook Lyrics
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I only had iced coffee for breakfast
Planned my life from the advice of cards
And I've got a shitload of trauma
Which father figure is it from
Call it karma
The catholic schoolgirl
Who never followed the rules
An introverted extrovert
I'm just your average mid-twenties dropout
A systematic error code
Spilt an energy drink on the carpet
My cats live better than me in my apartment
The rents been getting higher
Than my supplier can get me
And I've got too many clothes but nothing to wear
I can't ever decide the color I want my hair
I want more tattoos than I could ever count
I'm just your average generational burnout
I'm getting tired of society
I'm just your average family disappointment
One blood transfusion away from being disowned
And if you ever ask if I'm ever gonna grow up
Or if it's just a phase
Or quarter life crisis
Maybe coming of age
Push a narrative or maybe an agenda
And fill your personal mold of me
With things I'll never be
Good enough to see
Na, na, na, na, na
Na, na, na, na, na
Na, na, na, na
I'm just your average millennial fuckup
An introverted extrovert
I'm just your average mid-twenties dropout
A systematic error code
I'm just your average generational burnout
I'm so fucking tired of society
I'm just your average family disappointment
I'm just your average
Generational quarter life crisis in the making
In these lyrics, the artist, Overlook, explores themes of personal struggle and dissatisfaction within society, particularly from the perspective of a millennial. The opening lines, "I've got a dark academic aesthetic, I only had iced coffee for breakfast," suggest an introspective and perhaps unconventional mindset. This could imply a sense of disconnect or disillusionment with societal norms and expectations.
The reference to planning one's life based on cards' advice could represent a reliance on external sources for guidance or a desire for a predetermined path. The mention of trauma and questioning its origin highlights the influence of past experiences on the artist's current state of mind. The line "Call it karma," suggests a belief in cause and effect, where the consequences of past actions have caught up with the artist.
The following lines introduce the image of a Catholic schoolgirl who doesn't conform to rules, possibly representing rebellion against societal and religious expectations. The artist then describes themselves as an "introverted extrovert" and a "mid-twenties dropout," indicating a conflicting identity. This internal clash between introversion and extroversion, as well as societal pressures to succeed, may contribute to the artist feeling like a "generational burnout."
Throughout the lyrics, the artist expresses a sense of dissatisfaction with their living situation, such as spilling energy drinks on the carpet and feeling that their pets have a better life than they do. The rising rent prices and the struggle to meet basic needs create a feeling of frustration and stagnation. The mention of excessive clothes and indecision about hair color may reflect a desire for self-expression alongside overwhelming choices and uncertainty.
The artist also confronts the perception of being a disappointment within their family. The line "One blood transfusion away from being disowned" suggests a fragile relationship, where the artist feels they are teetering on the edge of being cast aside. The question of growing up or going through a phase, references to a "quarter life crisis," and the need to meet others' expectations all point to a struggle with identity and pressure to conform.
The chorus reinforces the message of being an average millennial "fuckup" and a product of societal pressures. The repeated phrases "Na, na, na, na, na" evoke a sense of frustration, possibly representing the artist's desire to break free from expectations. The lyrics culminate in the artist expressing fatigue with society and feeling like just another generational casualty of the quarter-life crisis.
In summary, Overlook's song "Crisis" delves into the inner struggles and discontentment faced by a millennial artist. It explores themes of societal pressure, personal identity, disillusionment, and a thirst for individuality amid a generation often categorized as "burnouts" or societal disappointments.
Line by Line Meaning
I've got a dark academic aesthetic
I have a preference for a style that combines intellectual and gothic elements
I only had iced coffee for breakfast
I started my day with a refreshing yet minimalistic choice of beverage
Planned my life from the advice of cards
I relied on divination tools to guide my life decisions
And I've got a shitload of trauma
I have an overwhelming amount of emotional scars
Which father figure is it from
I question which paternal influence is responsible for my pain
Call it karma
Label it as the cosmic consequence of my actions
The catholic schoolgirl
Referring to my upbringing in a religious educational institution
Who never followed the rules
I was rebellious and non-conforming during my school years
I'm just your average millennial fuckup
I am a typical member of the millennial generation who makes mistakes
An introverted extrovert
I possess qualities of both introversion and extroversion
I'm just your average mid-twenties dropout
I am a common example of someone who left formal education in their mid-twenties
A systematic error code
I am a representation of an error in the system, a glitch
Spilt an energy drink on the carpet
I accidentally spilled a high-energy beverage onto the floor
My cats live better than me in my apartment
My pet cats have a more comfortable existence in my living space than I do
The rents been getting higher
The cost of renting accommodation has been steadily increasing
Than my supplier can get me
Exceeding the capabilities of those who provide me with resources
And I've got too many clothes but nothing to wear
Despite having an abundance of clothing, I struggle to find suitable outfits
I can't ever decide the color I want my hair
I continually face difficulty in choosing a hair color that satisfies me
I want more tattoos than I could ever count
I desire an extensive number of tattoos that surpasses quantification
I'm just your average generational burnout
I represent the typical exhaustion experienced by my generation
I'm getting tired of society
I am growing weary of the social structures and expectations
I'm just your average family disappointment
I am an ordinary source of letdown or dissatisfaction within my family
One blood transfusion away from being disowned
My family's acceptance of me is fragile, as they could reject me if certain circumstances occurred
And if you ever ask if I'm ever gonna grow up
If you question whether I will mature and become responsible
Or if it's just a phase
Or if my current behavior and attitudes are temporary and transient
Or quarter life crisis
Or if I am experiencing a crisis of purpose and direction in my twenties
Maybe coming of age
Perhaps it is simply the natural process of transitioning into adulthood
Push a narrative or maybe an agenda
Shape a particular storytelling or advocacy goal
And fill your personal mold of me
Conform to your individual expectations and perception of who I am
With things I'll never be
With attributes or accomplishments that I will never possess
Good enough to see
Not meeting the standards to be acknowledged or recognized
Na, na, na, na, na
Used as a melodic vocalization, without a specific verbal meaning
I'm just your average millennial fuckup
I am a typical member of the millennial generation who makes mistakes
An introverted extrovert
I possess qualities of both introversion and extroversion
I'm just your average mid-twenties dropout
I am a common example of someone who left formal education in their mid-twenties
A systematic error code
I am a representation of an error in the system, a glitch
I'm just your average generational burnout
I represent the typical exhaustion experienced by my generation
I'm so fucking tired of society
I am extremely exhausted and frustrated with societal norms and expectations
I'm just your average family disappointment
I am an ordinary source of letdown or dissatisfaction within my family
I'm just your average
I am the epitome of typicality
Generational quarter life crisis in the making
I am currently experiencing a crisis of purpose and direction in my twenties, characteristic of my generation
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Victoria Higgins
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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