A 21-year-old from Toronto, Canada, Lauren Isenberg, known professionally a… Read Full Bio ↴A 21-year-old from Toronto, Canada, Lauren Isenberg, known professionally as RENforshort, is a female Canadian singer-songwriter most known for her prominent sound in bedroom pop, and her collaborations with German drummer YouTuber Sina Doering in 2016, before she established her independent career with the release of "Waves". The song's moderate success attracted attention from Geffen Records, and later Interscope Records.

She released her debut EP, "Teenage Angst", through Interscope Records in March 2020, which spawned the moderate hits "i drive me mad" and "idc". Her second EP, "off saint dominique" was released in June 2021 with discography highlights "wannabe" and "fall apart", the latter featuring peer hyperpop/indie pop artist glaive. Both releases have garnered over 18 million streams to date. Isenberg's debut studio album "Amelia" featuring collaborations with Travis Barker and aldn, was released in July 2022.

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RENforshort Lyrics

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Waking up got that song stuck in my head
Oh, it's such a perfect day
Summer dress in the middle of spring
Kinda cold I don't mind it

But I spend every morning in the west end
One hour on the screen playing pretend
No sleep cause time's an investment

And I got no time, yeah

Just wanna another poster on my wall
Chase vodka with a glass of withdrawal
Hold tight 'cause here come the fall

All my friends just wanna talk that shit
I don't really want no part of it
I would rather take another hit
Spend my day at the museum

All alone it's so peaceful in this room
Kinda wish if I can sleep here
World outside, colors always fade to blue
From inside I don't mind it

If I could go and paint a portrait of myself
Then I'd paint a picture of someone else
Better left with the dust on my shelf

Guess this whole thing's just a little abstract
Once this shits gone, yeah, it ain't coming back
Could be best just to leave it in the past, yeah

All my friends just wanna talk that shit
I don't really want no part of it
I would rather take another hit
Spend my day at the museum

All my friends just wanna talk that shit
I don't really want no part of it

I would rather take another hit
Spend my day at the museum

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of RENforshort's song "museum" delve into the themes of escapism and finding solace in solitude. The singer describes waking up with a song stuck in their head, which sets the tone for the day. Despite the cold weather, they don't mind it because they enjoy spending their mornings in the west end, presumably referring to a specific place or state of mind. However, this is followed by an acknowledgment of the daily routine and the lack of sleep due to time being treated as an investment. The lyric "no sleep cause time's an investment" suggests the pressure to maximize productivity and make the most of every moment.

The desire for escape and a different reality is expressed through the line "Just wanna another poster on my wall," which implies a yearning for a change or new experiences. The reference to chasing vodka with a glass of withdrawal alludes to seeking temporary relief or distraction from daily struggles. The upcoming fall symbolizes an imminent change or the passing of a more carefree period.

The second verse reinforces the need for solitude and escape from the negative conversations and gossip that the singer's friends engage in. The preference for "another hit" implies a desire to escape through drugs or some form of temporary numbing effect. The museum then becomes a sanctuary, a space where the singer finds peace and harmony. The contrast between the world outside, where colors fade to blue, and the stillness and contentment within the museum is emphasized.

The mention of painting a portrait of oneself but instead preferring to paint someone else suggests a desire to distance oneself from their current state or persona. The past is seen as abstract and best left behind, implying a need for growth or moving on. Overall, "museum" portrays the desire to escape, find solace in solitude, and seek alternative realities as a means of coping with the challenges of everyday life.

Line by Line Meaning

Waking up got that song stuck in my head
I wake up with a song playing on repeat in my mind.

Oh, it's such a perfect day
The day feels absolutely flawless.

Summer dress in the middle of spring
Wearing a summer dress during the spring season.

Kinda cold I don't mind it
Although it's a bit chilly, I'm okay with it.

But I spend every morning in the west end
I devote my mornings to exploring the western part of town.

One hour on the screen playing pretend
I spend an hour pretending while using my phone or computer.

No sleep cause time's an investment
I don't sleep because I see time as a valuable asset.

And I got no time, yeah
I have no spare time at all.

Just wanna another poster on my wall
I simply desire another poster to decorate my wall.

Chase vodka with a glass of withdrawal
I consume vodka and feel the effects of withdrawal.

Hold tight 'cause here come the fall
Stay prepared because challenging times are approaching.

All my friends just wanna talk that shit
My friends only want to engage in negative conversations.

I don't really want no part of it
I genuinely have no interest in being involved in it.

I would rather take another hit
I prefer indulging in something that brings me pleasure.

Spend my day at the museum
I choose to spend my entire day at the museum.

All alone it's so peaceful in this room
Being alone in this room feels incredibly peaceful.

Kinda wish if I can sleep here
I somewhat desire to be able to sleep in this room.

World outside, colors always fade to blue
The outside world constantly loses vibrant colors and turns blue.

From inside I don't mind it
From within this room, I find it acceptable or even enjoyable.

If I could go and paint a portrait of myself
If I had the opportunity, I would create a painting of myself.

Then I'd paint a picture of someone else
However, instead of portraying myself, I would depict someone else.

Better left with the dust on my shelf
It's better to leave that painting gathering dust on my shelf.

Guess this whole thing's just a little abstract
I suppose this entire situation is quite vague and perplexing.

Once this shits gone, yeah, it ain't coming back
Once this situation or opportunity is gone, it will be lost forever.

Could be best just to leave it in the past, yeah
Perhaps it would be wisest to let it remain in the past.

All my friends just wanna talk that shit
My friends continue to engage in negative conversations.

I don't really want no part of it
I genuinely have no interest in being involved in it.

I would rather take another hit
I prefer indulging in something that brings me pleasure.

Spend my day at the museum
I choose to spend my entire day at the museum.

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: David Charles Fischer, Jeffrey Hazin, Lauren Isenberg, Matthew Kahane

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