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rx
Role Model Lyrics
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It's the ways I'm medicating
It's the apps for meditating
It's the way they never work
It's the high I'm always chasing
It's the friends I'm never making
It's the people that I've hurt
But I don't need therapy
Just someone who's there for me
'Cause that's all that really matters anymore
And I don't need Jesus Christ
Just someone who treats me right
'Cause that's all that really matters anymore
(Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh)
It's the one way conversations
It's the wasted reservations
It's the dates that never showed
(They never did)
It's the drink that I had two of
It's the girls I've had a few of
It's the way they let me know
That I don't need therapy
Just someone who's there for me
'Cause that's all that really matters anymore
And I don't need Jesus Christ
Just someone who treats me right
'Cause that's all that really matters anymore
(Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh)
And I don't need Novocain
Just someone who numbs the pain
I guess you're all that really matters
You're all that really matters
Anymore (ooh)
(Alright honeys, that's a gift)
(Forever, forever)
(It's the greatest drug ever been created)
In "rx," Role Model explores the various ways he tries to cope with the challenges and struggles in his life. He mentions medicating, both through pharmaceuticals and meditation apps, but acknowledges that they don't always provide the desired results. He reflects on his constant pursuit of a high, the difficulty in forming meaningful friendships, and the pain he has caused others. Despite these struggles, he expresses that what truly matters to him is having someone who is there for him, someone who treats him right. He sings that he doesn't need therapy or even Jesus Christ, but simply someone who cares. Ultimately, he concludes that this person is the one who truly matters in his life, as they have the ability to numb the pain and bring him comfort.
Line by Line Meaning
Hm, mm-hm
Expresses a contemplative sound or acknowledgement
It's the ways I'm medicating
Refers to the various methods of self-medicating to cope with problems
It's the apps for meditating
Refers to the use of meditation apps as a form of escape or relaxation
It's the way they never work
Highlights the failure of these methods in providing true solutions
It's the high I'm always chasing
Describes the constant pursuit of temporary pleasure or euphoria
It's the friends I'm never making
Refers to the struggle of forming meaningful relationships
It's the people that I've hurt
Acknowledges the pain caused to others due to personal actions
But I don't need therapy
Asserts the belief that therapy alone is not the solution
Just someone who's there for me
Expresses the need for genuine emotional support from another person
'Cause that's all that really matters anymore
Emphasizes the importance of having someone who cares as the key to happiness
And I don't need Jesus Christ
States that religious figures are not necessary in this context
Just someone who treats me right
Values kind treatment from others more than religious guidance
It's the one way conversations
Refers to unbalanced or ineffective communication with others
It's the wasted reservations
Highlights disappointment from missed opportunities or unfulfilled plans
It's the dates that never showed
Expresses the frustration of being stood up or let down by others
It's the drink that I had two of
Refers to excessive alcohol consumption as a coping mechanism
It's the girls I've had a few of
Alludes to casual or failed romantic relationships
It's the way they let me know
Describes how others make their lack of interest or emotional unavailability evident
And I don't need Novocain
States that numbing the pain with physical substances is not the answer
Just someone who numbs the pain
Desires emotional support from someone who helps alleviate suffering
I guess you're all that really matters
Recognizes the significance of the specific person being referred to
You're all that really matters
Reinforces the idea that the person addressed is the most important in the artist's life
Anymore (ooh)
Suggests a change in perspective or realization
(Alright honeys, that's a gift)
An interjection showing approval or agreement
(Forever, forever)
Reiterates the lasting nature of the person's importance
(It's the greatest drug ever been created)
A metaphorical statement emphasizing the person's significance above all other substances or influences
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Spencer Eugene Stewart, Tucker Harrington Pillsbury
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@rosalieschott
THE ENDING!!! this song really encapsulates how comforting it is to be loved and how that’s all we really want at the end of the day; love.
@alondraplascencia7912
YES OMG I WAS THINKING THE EXACT SAME THING
@janellecooper6160
no cuz like that’s how me and my bf are i love it
@zevo8293
You have a way with words.🙂
@chloelahr1148
that’s not how u use a semicolon
@iarahidalgo2160
I came to comments with that thought in my head and you have put it perfectly into words, all his songs are full of meaning, he stays true in his lyrics and I love how many of us can feel identified. Go Tucker <3 <3 <3
@EmmaBush
This song wraps up exactly what it feels like at the end to lay your head down and have your person, nothing else, at the end of every day. I'm loving the album, this song, and how inviting and personal this album is as a whole. Love you Tucker!!
@onigiri555
can’t relate but really wish i could so I’m gonna listen to this while hugging my pillow
@forzir
youtu.be/bN1izfAu810 afro best remix here
@t-box7616
Can’t relate either. Love is just a figment