Miles McDougal is a former Tiny Paper Daggers and Tiger Tones member.
His first album, Pikachunes, was released in November 2010.
Nervous
Pikachunes Lyrics
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what it takes to be a stupid man?
I will tell you in just a moment
and I hope that you will understand
that's why I'm nervous
it's disconcerting
All you have to do is write a bassline
they stand beside you and laugh along
then they turn and run away
when you lose your fame,
that's why I'm nervous
that's why I'm nervous
You make me nervous
every time I look at you
I don't know what to do with yourself
I feel as small as a mouse
You make me nervous
every time I look at you
I don't know what to do with yourself
I feel as small as a mouse
Well, do you want to know
what it takes to be a stupid man?
I will tell you in just a moment
and I hope that you will understand
that's why I'm nervous
it's disconcerting
All you have to do is write a bassline
and then everybody wants to know your name
they stand beside you and laugh along
then they turn and run away
when you lose your fame,
that's why I'm nervous
that's why I'm nervous
You make me nervous
every time I look at you
I don't know what to do with yourself
I feel as small as a mouse
You make me nervous
every time I look at you
I don't know what to do with yourself
I feel as small as a mouse
The lyrics to Pikachunes's song "Nervous" tell a story of someone who is feeling anxious and uneasy about their newfound fame. The singer reveals that all it takes to become famous is to write a catchy bassline, but with fame comes the pressure and scrutiny from others. As a result, the singer becomes nervous, and this feeling of nervousness is disconcerting.
The chorus repeats the line "you make me nervous every time I look at you", which may refer to the singer's audience or the people who have helped him gain his moment of fame. The singer feels powerless and small, like a mouse, in their presence.
This song explores the idea of the pressure and expectations that come with success and the feelings of uncertainty and vulnerability that can overwhelm a person. The lyrics suggest that even though success may seem desirable, it comes with a price, and it may not be worth it.
Line by Line Meaning
Well, do you want to know
The singer is asking if the listener wants to understand something.
what it takes to be a stupid man?
The singer is questioning the things one needs to do to be considered foolish.
I will tell you in just a moment
The singer implies that they are about to reveal the answer shortly.
and I hope that you will understand
The singer wishes the listener will comprehend the explanation.
that's why I'm nervous
The singer is anxious about revealing the answer to the listener.
it's disconcerting
The singer is unnerved by the prospect of revealing the answer.
All you have to do is write a bassline
The singer is revealing what it takes to be a famous musician - in this case, writing a catchy bassline.
and then everybody wants to know your name
Once one writes a hit bassline, the public will be interested in their fame and identity.
they stand beside you and laugh along
People will pretend to like you and your music, but it may not be genuine.
then they turn and run away when you lose your fame,
When someone loses their popularity, people will no longer be interested in associating with them.
that's why I'm nervous
The singer is anxious about the transitory nature of fame and success.
You make me nervous
The singer is addressing someone who has made them feel uneasy.
every time I look at you
The singer is saying that just seeing this person makes them uncomfortable.
I don't know what to do with yourself
The singer admits they are unsure of how to handle themselves around this person.
I feel as small as a mouse
The singer feels insignificant and weak when around this person.
Contributed by Aubrey G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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@DirectorCRIM3S
OtraVezLunesShow Justo veía vídeos en tu canal, quería ver de nuevo este vídeo y bam, estas acá xD
@karo6673
OtraVezLunesShow Tu comentario arruino el vídeo.
@spookydascary6980
Puto asco, ya no sólo cagas la madre en Facebook sino tambien aquí.
@schrodinger29
me hinchas las pelotas con tu contenido, hasta acà vienes a encojonar.
@luismirandaa
No mames, ya arruinaste este video
@ofi7911
First listened to this when I was 15, now am 22. Sounds even better! Underrated af
@mariocosta3457
It is weird, when I listened again, I felt the same that you, but when i watched the video, I dont know , I remebered it more epic haha. Im 24 now too haha
@sabinite008
first listened to this when I was 17 and now I'm 28 and still thinking - what a great song
@StasiLack
Lol I'm 15 and I listen to this for the first time xD