There is also a UK drill artist called Russ. Now known as Russ Millions.
Serenity
Russ Lyrics
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Now I can't sleep without a bottle of champagne
What the fuck is going on?
My mom is saying rehab, dad is saying, "Russ, what the fuck?"
Well, oh gee dad, what did you expect?
Dropped outta school to make beats
Gionna needs this, Frank needs that, mom needs a house on the beach
They got him downtown, locked up, Rice Street
What the fuck we gonna do now, do now?
We need an angel from above, above
To come down and show us love, show us love
I used to be sober every second of my day
Now I can't sleep without a bottle of champagne
What the fuck is going on?
My mom is saying rehab, dad is saying, "Russ, what the fuck?"
Well, oh gee dad, what did you expect?
It was me, one nice girl in the picture
Half-brother and a half-sister
It never hit me, wonder if they miss me
Tears fallin' down on the face of Jimmy
That's my dad, and his first son
Wonder 'bout my mom, was she gone? Was she numb?
I can't wrap my head around it, 'round it
And for the longest time I was in the grey area, no shine
But the light shine bright on the truth
Now I'm drinkin' gin all night in the booth
(Ah) I used to be sober every second of my day
Now I can't sleep without a bottle of champagne
What the fuck is going on?
My mom is saying rehab, dad is saying, "Russ, what the fuck?"
Well, oh gee dad, what did you expect?
God
Grant me the serenity to accept things I cannot change
Courage to change the things I can
And wisdom to know the difference
Yeah
I used to be sober every second of my day
Now I can't sleep without a bottle of champagne
What the fuck is going on?
My mom is saying rehab, dad is saying, "Russ, what the fuck?"
Well, oh gee dad, what did you expect?
In "Serenity," Russ gives listeners a glimpse into his personal struggles with substance abuse, family conflicts, and inner turmoil. The song opens with Russ revealing his dependence on alcohol, confessing that he can no longer sleep without a bottle of champagne - an indication that he has developed a drinking problem. The chorus repeats this sentiment, expressing his confusion and frustration with his situation as his family members confront him about his addiction.
The second verse delves deeper into Russ's backstory, describing his decision to drop out of school and pursue music production, as well as his friend Nate's legal troubles. The bridge contains the famous Serenity Prayer, a plea for strength and clarity in the face of adversity that is often used in addiction recovery programs.
Overall, "Serenity" is a raw and honest reflection on the challenges that Russ has faced in his life. The lyrics convey a sense of urgency and desperation, as if he is searching for answers or a way out of his struggles. However, the inclusion of the Serenity Prayer suggests that he has come to a place of acceptance and is seeking guidance and support to move forward.
Line by Line Meaning
I used to be sober every second of my day
There was a time when I was completely sober and didn't need any substance to function.
Now I can't sleep without a bottle of champagne
But now I've developed a dependency on alcohol to help me sleep.
What the fuck is going on?
I'm struggling to keep it together and don't understand what's happening to me.
My mom is saying rehab, dad is saying, "Russ, what the fuck?"
My parents are worried about me and have different opinions on how to handle my situation.
Well, oh gee dad, what did you expect?
I'm frustrated with my father for not being more understanding given the circumstances.
Dropped outta school to make beats
I chose to pursue my passion for music instead of finishing my education.
Gionna needs this, Frank needs that, mom needs a house on the beach
I'm juggling the expectations and needs of my loved ones, which can be overwhelming.
My best friend Nate got caught by police
I'm dealing with the consequences of my friend's actions and it's affecting me.
They got him downtown, locked up, Rice Street
My friend is now in jail and I'm struggling with that reality.
What the fuck we gonna do now, do now?
We're all at a loss as to how to move forward in this difficult situation.
We need an angel from above, above
We're hoping for some divine intervention to help us through our struggles.
To come down and show us love, show us love
We're seeking comfort and support from a higher power or someone who cares.
It was me, one nice girl in the picture
I had a simpler life at one point, with just me and a nice girl in my life.
Half-brother and a half-sister
But now my family situation is more complex, with half-siblings in the mix.
It never hit me, wonder if they miss me
I'm reflecting on how my choices have affected my family and wondering if they still care about me.
Tears fallin' down on the face of Jimmy
My dad is emotional and crying because of what's happening to our family.
That's my dad, and his first son
I have a half-brother who is my dad's first child, which adds more complexity to our family dynamic.
Wonder 'bout my mom, was she gone? Was she numb?
I'm questioning where my mom was during all of this and how she felt about what was happening.
I can't wrap my head around it, 'round it
All of these things are overwhelming and I can't fully understand or process them.
And for the longest time I was in the grey area, no shine
I was stuck in a state of uncertainty and felt like I wasn't making any progress or achieving anything.
But the light shine bright on the truth
Eventually, I had a breakthrough and was able to see things more clearly.
Now I'm drinkin' gin all night in the booth
I'm still struggling with my dependence on alcohol, but I'm channeling my pain into my music.
God
Grant me the serenity to accept things I cannot change
Courage to change the things I can
And wisdom to know the difference
Yeah
I'm looking to a higher power for guidance and the strength to face my challenges head-on.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Russell Vitale
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