Never Enough
Rex Orange County Lyrics


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Now there's no one left to blame
And your face stays the same
You're ashamed to say you feel relieved
Stay away from your own family

But years from now
If you could make them proud
You could leave the world and feel like you've
Achieved the things you hoped to do, but
Honestly, I don't feel ordinary 'cause I haven't been at home in a while
Tell them that it's only temporary
I'm trying my best to smile

But that's never enough
'Cause when you lose the ones you love
You might find it hard to cry
Until it's only you and everybody else has left the room
You might feel what it's like to not know how to feel, oh

You see, my old lady's old man just now left
And there's nothing I can say except this long awaited rest
Is a good thing and all good things must come to an end
It's right in front of me so there's no reason to pretend
Except I'm afraid to die
If this were a movie, you'd be taking our kids to school
And I would be Channing Tatum or somebody sexy
Somebody cool

Years from now
If you could make them proud
You could leave the world and feel like you've
Achieved the things you hoped to do, 'cause
Honestly, I don't feel ordinary 'cause I haven't left my house in a while
Tell them that it's only temporary
I'm trying my best to smile

But that's never enough
'Cause when you lose the ones you love
You might find it hard to cry
Until it's only you and everybody else has left the room
You might feel what it's like to not know how to feel

Don't tell me you're sorry
You're just sorry for yourself
And though you may seem fine alone
Well, I could be the one to help

No, don't tell me you're sorry
You're just sorry for yourself
And though you may seem fine alone
I wanna be the one to help

No, don't tell me you're sorry
You're just sorry for yourself
And though you may seem fine alone
I wanna be the one to help, no

Don't tell me you're sorry
You're just sorry for yourself
And though you may seem fine alone
I wanna be the one to help, no

Don't tell me you're sorry
You're just sorry for yourself
And though you may seem fine alone
Well, I could be the one to help, said

Don't tell me you're sorry
You're just sorry for yourself




And though you may seem fine alone
Well, I wanna the one to help

Overall Meaning

In “Never Enough”, Rex Orange County sings about feelings of loneliness and loss, and the struggles of trying to cope with these emotions. The song begins with the singer acknowledging that there is no one left to blame, and that despite feeling a sense of relief, they are also ashamed of how they feel. They then admit to staying away from their own family, possibly due to the shame they feel.


The chorus of the song, where Rex repeatedly sings “But that’s never enough”, is a way of expressing the idea that despite trying to cope with loss and loneliness by putting on a brave face, it’s never truly enough to fill the void left by those who have gone. As the song progresses, the lyrics touch on themes of mortality and the fear of dying. The singer admits to being “afraid to die”, and the idea of the end being “right in front of me” suggests a sense of inevitability.


Towards the end of the song, Rex Orange County introduces a conversation between two people, where one person is trying to offer the other support. The repeated refrain of “Don't tell me you're sorry, you're just sorry for yourself” suggests that the person in need of help may be pushing others away, or may not be fully open about what they are truly feeling. Despite this, the singer insists that they want to be the one to help.


Overall, the lyrics of “Never Enough” are raw and honest, touching on themes of loss, loneliness, and mortality. Through the repetition of the chorus, Rex Orange County perfectly captures the feeling of trying to cope with these emotions, while also recognizing that sometimes, it’s just not enough.


*Fact 1: “Never Enough” was released as a single in 2018, as part of Rex Orange County’s second album, “Apricot Princess”.
*Fact 2: The song features a sample of a conversation between two people at the end, which was recorded on a bus ride in London.
*Fact 3: Rex Orange County, whose real name is Alexander O’Connor, grew up near London, and started making music when he was 16 years old.
*Fact 4: Despite being just 22 years old, Rex Orange County has already collaborated with artists such as Tyler, the Creator and Frank Ocean.
*Fact 5: “Apricot Princess” was recorded in Rex Orange County’s bedroom, using a simple setup of instruments and a laptop.
*Fact 6: In an interview with NPR, Rex Orange County named the Beatles and Stevie Wonder as his biggest musical influences.
*Fact 7: The 2020 film “The Kissing Booth 2” features a cover of “Never Enough” by the band High School.
*Fact 8: The album “Apricot Tree” received widespread critical acclaim, and was listed on several “Best Albums of 2017” lists.
*Fact 9: Rex Orange County has been open about his struggles with anxiety and depression, and often writes songs that explore these themes.
*Fact 10: Despite being known for his indie-pop sound, Rex Orange County has also cited hip-hop as a major influence on his music.


Chords:
The chords for "Never Enough" are G, C, F, Am, and Dm.


Line by Line Meaning

Now there's no one left to blame
The singer has run out of excuses and has to take responsibility for their actions.


And your face stays the same
The singer recognizes the importance of showing their true emotions rather than hiding them behind a mask.


You're ashamed to say you feel relieved
The singer feels guilty about the relief they feel after losing someone they love.


Stay away from your own family
The artist suggests avoiding family members to prevent hurting them.


But years from now
The artist contemplates the possibility of leaving a meaningful legacy for the future.


If you could make them proud
The singer desires to achieve something that their loved ones can be proud of.


You could leave the world and feel like you've
The singer feels that achieving their goals will grant them a sense of satisfaction that can last beyond their lifetime.


Achieved the things you hoped to do, but
The artist acknowledges that even after achieving their goals, there may still be unresolved feelings inside.


Honestly, I don't feel ordinary 'cause I haven't been at home in a while
The artist feels that their current lifestyle has made them unique and distinct from others due to the lack of conventional experiences.


Tell them that it's only temporary
The artist reassures others that their current lifestyle is not permanent and will come to an end eventually.


I'm trying my best to smile
The singer is putting effort into putting on a happy face despite their internal struggles.


But that's never enough
The artist recognizes that putting on a facade of happiness is not a solution to their problems.


'Cause when you lose the ones you love
The singer has experienced a loss and knows the pain it brings.


You might find it hard to cry
The singer is struggling to come to terms with their emotions.


Until it's only you and everybody else has left the room
The singer expects to be alone with their emotions once others have left them.


You might feel what it's like to not know how to feel, oh
The artist is struggling to make sense of their emotions and is feeling lost and uncertain.


You see, my old lady's old man just now left
The artist is referring to someone they know who just experienced a similar loss.


And there's nothing I can say except this long awaited rest
The singer acknowledges that while a loss is painful, it also grants a sense of peace and rest.


Is a good thing and all good things must come to an end
The singer recognizes that everything in life has an end, even good things.


It's right in front of me so there's no reason to pretend
The artist acknowledges the reality of the situation and does not see the need to hide it anymore.


Except I'm afraid to die
The artist still has fears and uncertainties related to their own mortality.


If this were a movie, you'd be taking our kids to school
The artist imagines a different life scenario where they are not experiencing loss and are living a happy family life.


And I would be Channing Tatum or somebody sexy
The singer imagines a different identity for themselves in this hypothetical reality where they are not experiencing loss.


Years from now
The artist is once again contemplating the possibility of leaving a meaningful legacy for the future.


If you could make them proud
The singer is still driven by the desire to achieve something that their loved ones can be proud of.


You could leave the world and feel like you've
The singer still believes that achieving their goals will grant them a sense of satisfaction that can last beyond their lifetime.


Achieved the things you hoped to do, 'cause
The singer still believes that achieving their goals is important for their sense of fulfillment and self-worth.


Don't tell me you're sorry
The artist is addressing someone who is trying to apologize.


You're just sorry for yourself
The artist believes that the apology is insincere and is more to do with the person's own guilt and self-pity.


And though you may seem fine alone
The singer acknowledges that someone may look fine on the outside but may be struggling internally.


Well, I could be the one to help
The singer is offering to help the other person in dealing with their emotions.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ALEXANDER JAMES O'CONNOR

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@jackdaniel5161

Now there's no one left to blame
And your face stays the same
You're ashamed to say you feel relieved
Stay away from your own family
But years from now
If you could make them proud
You could leave the world and feel like you've
Achieved the things you hoped to do, but
Honestly, I don't feel ordinary 'cause I haven't been at home in a while
Tell them that it's only temporary
I'm trying my best to smile
But that's never enough
'Cause when you lose the ones you love
You might find it hard to cry
Until it's only you and everybody else has left the room
You might feel what it's like to not know how to feel, oh
You see, my old lady's old man just now left
And there's nothing I can say except this long awaited rest
Is a good thing and all good things must come to an end
It's right in front of me so there's no reason to pretend
Except I'm afraid to die
If this were a movie, you'd be taking our kids to school
And I would be Channing Tatum or somebody sexy
Somebody cool
Years from now
If you could make them proud
You could leave the world and feel like you've
Achieved the things you hoped to do, 'cause
Honestly, I don't feel ordinary 'cause I haven't left my house in a while
Tell them that it's only temporary
I'm trying my best to smile
But that's never enough
'Cause when you lose the ones you love
You might find it hard to cry
Until it's only you and everybody else has left the room
You might feel what it's like to not know how to feel
Don't tell me you're sorry
You're just sorry for yourself
And though you may seem fine alone
Well, I could be the one to help
No, don't tell me you're sorry
You're just sorry for yourself
And though you may seem fine alone
I wanna be the one to help
No, don't tell me you're sorry
You're just sorry for yourself
And though you may seem fine alone
I wanna be the one to help, no
Don't tell me you're sorry
You're just sorry for yourself
And though you may seem fine alone
I wanna be the one to help, no
Don't tell me you're sorry
You're just sorry for yourself
And though you may seem fine alone
Well, I could be the one to help, said
Don't tell me you're sorry
You're just sorry for yourself
And though you may seem fine alone
Well, I wanna the one to help



@rbk9621

[Verse 1]
Now there's no one left to blame
And your face stays the same
You're ashamed to say you feel relieved
Stay away from your own family

[Pre-Chorus]
But years from now
If you could make them proud
You could leave the world and feel like you've
Achieved the things you hoped to do, but
Honestly, I don't feel ordinary 'cause I haven't been at home in a while
Tell them that it's only temporary, I'm trying my best to smile

Chorus]
But that's never enough
'Cause when you lose the ones you love
You might find it hard to cry
Until it's only you and everybody else has left the room
You might feel what it's like to not know how to feel

[Verse 2]
You see, my old lady's old man just now left
And there's nothing I can say except this long awaited rest
Is a good thing, and all good things must come to an end
It's right in front of me so there's no reason to pretend
Except, I'm afraid to die
If this were a movie, you'd be taking our kids to school
And I would be Channing Tatum or somebody sexy, somebody cool

[Pre-Chorus]
But years from now
If you could make them proud
You could leave the world and feel like you've
Achieved the things you hoped to do, 'cause
Honestly, I don't feel ordinary 'cause I haven't left my house in a while
Tell them that it's only temporary, I'm trying my best to smile

[Chorus]
But that's never enough
'Cause when you lose the ones you love
You might find it hard to cry
Until it's only you and everybody else has left the room
You might feel what it's like to not know how to feel

[Bridge]
Don't tell me you're sorry
You're just sorry for yourself
And though you may seem fine alone
Well, I could be the one to help
No, don't tell me you're sorry
You're just sorry for yourself
And though you may seem fine alone
I wanna be the one to help
No, don't tell me you're sorry
You're just sorry for yourself
And though you may seem fine alone
I wanna be the one to help
No, don't tell me you're sorry
You're just sorry for yourself
And though you may seem fine alone
I wanna be the one to help
Don't tell me you're sorry
You're just sorry for yourself
And though you may seem fine alone
Well, I could be the one to help
Well, don't tell me you're sorry
You're just sorry for yourself
And though you may seem fine alone
Well, I wanna be the one to help



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@saggaf3232

Most Underrated Rex Orange County song

@calidoscopio2299

Word

@Hamzaelg23

true

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u said it

@caroline_1308

period

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@TrueMCGamerJose

"Honestly, I don't feel ordinary 'cause I haven't left my house in a while"

Quarantine vibes

@lifeofeleni1475

Jose Delgado omg I was thinking the same thing 😆

@basedrk

Fr dawg

@juanframetallica82

"Tell them that it's only temporary
I'm trying my best to smile"

It's kinda accurate overall

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