OK
S.B.S.M. Lyrics


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Money money money
Work work work

Hey are you OK?
Tell 'em you're not OK
Tell 'em you're taking off work today
Are you OK?
Ali are you OK?
Tell em you're not gonna be working late
It's been ages
Since you spent a day just
Don't ignore your doctor's orders
Now come here
Show me how you're loving me

All work and no play
I think we need a holiday
All work and no play
Tell 'em it's your birthday

All your best days are given to your boss way
Tell 'em you're working on us today
Do you wanna be running after money
Or be home hanging with your honey
Now come here, show me how you're loving me

All work and no play
I think we need a holiday
All work and no play
Tell 'em it's your birthday

Ali I haven't even seen you since we left Calais
You've been so busy
It's driving me crazy

You know I gotta be grinding
Sorry if I'm flaking
All this money that I be taking
I'm just shaking what Im making
I'm sending bread and bacon
Back home so they can
Fix what's broken
So baby don't be hating
If you need vacation
Please be patient
I'm thinking generation
'Cause it's my obligation





All work and no play
I think we need a holiday

Overall Meaning

The song "OK" by S.B.S.M. addresses the issue of overworking and the importance of taking a break. The lyrics start off with the repetition of "Money money money, work work work" which emphasizes the stressful nature of pursuing money and working long hours. The chorus then pleads with the listener to take a break from work and prioritize their own wellbeing. The line "All your best days are given to your boss way" highlights the fact that people often sacrifice their personal time and energy for the sake of their jobs.


The second verse specifically addresses the singer's partner, Ali, who is presumably working too hard. The singer urges Ali to take a day off and focus on their relationship instead. The lyrics also acknowledge the guilt that often comes with taking a break from work, as exemplified by the line "Sorry if I'm flaking, all this money that I be taking".


Ultimately, the song emphasizes the importance of balancing work and leisure, and not becoming too consumed by the pursuit of money. It acknowledges that hard work is necessary at times, but that it's equally important to take time off to rest and rejuvenate.


Line by Line Meaning

Money money money
The importance of working hard and earning a lot of money is emphasized throughout the song.


Work work work
The importance of working hard and getting ahead in life is reiterated.


Hey are you OK?
The artist is checking in on someone and expressing concern for their well-being.


Tell 'em you're not OK
To the person they are speaking to, it is suggested that they should not pretend to be okay if they are not.


Tell 'em you're taking off work today
It is suggested that the person take the day off from work and prioritize their own health instead.


Are you OK?
The artist is asking again if the person is truly okay.


Ali are you OK?
The artist is specifically addressing someone named Ali and asking if they are okay.


Tell em you're not gonna be working late
It is suggested that the person tell their boss they will not be working late and instead spend time with loved ones.


It's been ages Since you spent a day just
It has been a long time since the person has allowed themselves to relax and take a break.


Don't ignore your doctor's orders
It is stressed that the person should follow any medical advice they have been given.


Now come here Show me how you're loving me
The artist is asking for affection and attention from the person they are addressing.


All work and no play I think we need a holiday
The need for balance between work and leisure time is highlighted, and a vacation is suggested as a way to achieve that balance.


Tell 'em it's your birthday
The person is advised to lie and say it is their birthday in order to take a day off work and prioritize their own well-being.


All your best days are given to your boss way
The person is suggested to prioritize their own life and relationships instead of constantly working for their boss.


Tell 'em you're working on us today
It is suggested that the person tell their boss they will not be working because they need to prioritize their relationships with loved ones.


Do you wanna be running after money Or be home hanging with your honey
A rhetorical question that encourages the person to question their priorities and what really matters most in life.


Ali I haven't even seen you since we left Calais You've been so busy It's driving me crazy
The artist is specifically addressing Ali and expressing how much they miss them and how they feel neglected due to their busyness.


You know I gotta be grinding Sorry if I'm flaking All this money that I be taking I'm just shaking what Im making
The artist acknowledges that they need to work hard to earn money, but they apologize if it causes them to be absent or neglectful in their relationships.


I'm sending bread and bacon Back home so they can Fix what's broken
The artist is providing financial support for loved ones so they can address any issues they are facing.


So baby don't be hating If you need vacation Please be patient I'm thinking generation 'Cause it's my obligation
The artist is asking for patience and understanding from their loved ones, as they are working hard for future generations and feel a sense of responsibility to do so.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Charles Smith, Richard John Phillips, Mathangi Arulpragasam

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