Pressure's On
Rob Carson Lyrics
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I used to know it all.
But as everyday goes by I realize I didn't know
Anything.
So I sit in my lonely room in my parent's house,
Wondering what the hell life is all about
And what my future holds,
God damn, the constant pressure of getting old.
And I know I have the will to shape my future.
And I still struggle with those thoughts,
But I know I will be the man I want to be,
With the help of an education, my friends, and family,
I'm just another twenty year old without a clue in life,
But I'm trying to be the best person I can.
Life's an opportunity you can't just throw away,
Realize; we all have pressures, we all get old.
In Rob Carson's song "Pressure's On," the lyrics illustrate the inner turmoil of a young person grappling with the expectations and pressures of adulthood. The opening lines, "With adolescent thoughts life used to be so easy, I used to know it all," set the stage for feelings of naive confidence and a sense of certainty in the world. However, as the song progresses, the singer reflects on the increasing uncertainty and confusion they face as they step into the world of adulthood.
The lines "But as everyday goes by, I realize I didn't know anything / So I sit in my lonely room in my parent's house, wondering what the hell life is all about" capture the disorientation and anxiety that many young people feel as they face the responsibilities and challenges of life. The constant pressure and fear of getting older and not having all the answers can be overwhelming, but the singer finds hope in the idea that they are still learning and growing every day.
The final lines, "Life's an opportunity you can't just throw away, realize; we all have pressures, we all get old," offer a sense of universality and solidarity in the struggle of navigating life's complexities. Ultimately, the song offers a message of resilience and determination, as the singer vows to work hard towards becoming the best version of themselves with the help of education, friends, and family.
Line by Line Meaning
With adolescent thoughts life used to be so easy,
Life was easier when I was a teenager and thought I knew everything.
I used to know it all.
I used to be confident that I knew everything.
But as everyday goes by I realize I didn't know Anything.
With each passing day, I realize I actually didn't know much at all.
So I sit in my lonely room in my parent's house,
I am currently feeling isolated and alone, staying with my parents.
Wondering what the hell life is all about
I am questioning the meaning and purpose of life.
And what my future holds,
I am uncertain about what the future will bring me.
God damn, the constant pressure of getting old.
I am feeling the pressure of aging and growing older.
But I'm learning more and more everyday,
Despite these struggles, I am constantly learning and growing.
And I know I have the will to shape my future.
I am confident that I have the motivation to create the future I want.
And I still struggle with those thoughts,
I am still grappling with these existential questions.
But I know I will be the man I want to be,
Despite the uncertainty, I am confident that I will become the person I aspire to be.
With the help of an education, my friends, and family,
I know that my loved ones and education can help support me through this journey.
I'm just another twenty year old without a clue in life,
I am just like any other young adult, confused and trying to figure things out.
But I'm trying to be the best person I can.
Despite my uncertainty, I am striving to be my best self.
Life's an opportunity you can't just throw away,
I recognize that life is a precious opportunity that should not be wasted.
Realize; we all have pressures, we all get old.
I understand that everyone experiences stress and grows older, it is a universal experience.
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