The song was teased by the head of SZA’s label, Top Dawg Entertainment , in 2018, but was cut from the final version of Ctrl. It was later leaked online before being officially released as part of the deluxe edition.
Jodie
SZA Lyrics
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How you livin'? Are you doin' fine?
Are you gettin' money? Do you need a ride?
I've been livin' off Adderall
For like three months straight and I
I've been trippin', I've been gettin' mine
I've been dippin', I've been livin' life
But I just wish things were better
Between the ones that I love
No, I don't want to try hard
Just don't wanna be, don't wanna be alone
Stuck with just weed and no friends
Weed and my pen
End of the day, it's just trees in the wind
Day in the wind, day in the wind
D-D-Day in the wind
Day in the wind, t-t-trees in the wind (blow it down)
Trees in the wind, trees in the wind (blow it down)
Trees in the wind (blow it down)
D-D-Day in the wind
(Blow it down, blow it down, pass it 'round)
(D-D-Day in the wind, to the left)
I got a case and got knocked out, I'm waitin'
To see if they'll take me to jail, no
Yeah, I kinda hope they lock me up and throw away the key
'Cause I don't wanna go to work this week, anyway
Woke up like, "Why me?"
I heard that waist training get you a good boyfriend
I am not searching for one though
Girl, you too pretty, you could do better
Called you a cab in the mornin'
Girl, you know you should've call me
Would've roll it up, could've smoke it up with you
High, high, ayy
Stuck with just weed and no friends (weed and no)
Weed and my pen
End of the day, it's just trees in the wind
Day in the wind, day in the wind
D-D-Day in the wind
Day in the wind, t-t-trees in the wind
Day in the wind, trees in the wind (blow it down, blow it down)
Trees in the wind (blow it down)
D-D-Day in the wind
(Blow it down, blow it down)
(Pass it 'round, to the left)
In "Jodie" by SZA, the lyrics delve into the artist's state of mind and emotions. The opening lines reflect a series of questions addressing the listener's current situation, whether they are doing well financially or need any assistance. However, as the song progresses, it becomes evident that SZA is struggling with her own personal issues. She confesses to relying on Adderall for an extended period, expressing her desire for a better life and improved relationships with her loved ones. SZA also reveals her fear of being alone and her longing for genuine connections.
The second part of the song focuses on SZA's feelings of isolation. She describes being stuck with just weed and no friends, resorting to writing and smoking as a form of escape. The repetition of "day in the wind" and "trees in the wind" alludes to the passing of time and the transient nature of her experiences. SZA references getting into trouble and potentially facing jail time, expressing indifference towards societal expectations and responsibilities. She suggests that external validation or finding a good boyfriend is not her priority, while acknowledging her own beauty and the potential for better options.
Overall, "Jodie" explores themes of loneliness, substance dependence, self-doubt, and the search for connection. SZA bares her vulnerability through introspective lyrics, creating a sense of relatability and emotional resonance.
Line by Line Meaning
High, higher, baby
Feeling intoxicated and on a euphoric high
How you livin'? Are you doin' fine?
Asking about someone's overall well-being and if they are doing well
Are you gettin' money? Do you need a ride?
Inquiring if they are financially stable and if they require transportation
I've been livin' off Adderall
Dependent on the prescription drug Adderall as a means of coping or functioning
For like three months straight and I
Continuously relying on Adderall for an extended period
I've been trippin', I've been gettin' mine
Experiencing confusion or anxiety while still pursuing personal goals
I've been dippin', I've been livin' life
Engaging in various experiences and enjoying life
I appreciate the high life
Acknowledging the luxuries and privileges in life
But I just wish things were better
Expressing a desire for improvements in personal circumstances
Between the ones that I love
Referring to the quality of relationships with loved ones
No, I don't want to try hard
Not wanting to put excessive effort or pressure into something
Just don't wanna be, don't wanna be alone
Desiring companionship and not wanting to feel alone
Stuck with just weed and no friends
Feeling limited to only having marijuana as a coping mechanism without meaningful friendships
Weed and my pen
Finding solace and creativity through marijuana and writing
End of the day, it's just trees in the wind
Realizing that at the end of it all, problems and worries are insignificant
D-D-Day in the wind
Emphasizing the passing of time and uncertainty
Trees in the wind (blow it down)
Symbolizing temporary and transient issues that can be blown away
D-D-Day in the wind
Reiterating the passage of time and unpredictability
(Blow it down, blow it down, pass it 'round)
Encouraging the release and sharing of burdens or problems
(D-D-Day in the wind, to the left)
Continuing the emphasis on the passage of time, suggesting movement or change
I got a case and got knocked out, I'm waitin'
Being arrested and awaiting the outcome of the legal situation
To see if they'll take me to jail, no
Waiting to find out if imprisonment is the consequence
Yeah, I kinda hope they lock me up and throw away the key
Displaying a sense of disillusionment and desiring to escape responsibilities
'Cause I don't wanna go to work this week, anyway
Expressing a lack of motivation or desire to engage in work obligations
Woke up like, 'Why me?'
Feeling a sense of unfairness or frustration about one's circumstances
I heard that waist training get you a good boyfriend
Referencing a popular but superficial belief about waist training and its potential benefits
I am not searching for one though
Stating a lack of interest or active pursuit of a romantic partner
Girl, you too pretty, you could do better
Complimenting someone's attractiveness while implying they deserve a higher caliber of partner
Called you a cab in the mornin'
Arranging transportation for someone in the morning
Girl, you know you should've call me
Expressing disappointment or frustration that someone didn't choose to contact the singer for assistance
Would've roll it up, could've smoke it up with you
Offering to share the experience of smoking marijuana together
High, high, ayy
Reiterating the state of being intoxicated or euphoric
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Solana Imani Rowe, Tyler Gregory Okonma
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LYRICS
[Intro]
High
Higher, baby
[Verse 1]
Are you livin'? Are you doin' fine?
Are you gettin' money? Do you need a ride?
I've been livin' off Adderall, for like three months straight and I
I've been trippin', I've been gettin' mine
I've been dippin', I've been livin' life
I appreciate the high life
But I just wish things were better
Between the ones that I love
No, I don't want to try hard
Just don't wanna be, don't wanna be alone
[Chorus]
Stuck with just weed and no friends
Weed and my pen
End of the day, it's just trees in the wind
Day in the wind, day in the wind
D-d-day in the wind
Day in the wind, t-t-trees in the wind
Trees in the wind, trees in the wind, trees in the wind
D-d-day in the wind (Blow it down, blow it down, pass it down)
(D-d-day in the wind, to the left)
[Verse 2]
I got a casing, got knocked out, I'm waitin'
To see if they'll take me to jail, no
Gee, I kinda hope they lock me up and throw away the key
'Cause I don't wanna go to work this week, anyway
Woke up like, "Why me?"
I heard that waist training get you a good boyfriend
I am not searching for one though
Girl, you too pretty, you could do better
Called you a cab in the mornin'
Girl, you know you should've call me
Would've roll it up, could've smoke it up with you
High, high-high, high, high-high, high
High, high-high, high, high-high, high, ayy
[Chorus]
Stuck with just weed and no friends (Weed and no)
Weed and my pen
End of the day, it's just trees in the wind
Day in the wind, day in the wind
D-d-day in the wind
Day in the wind, t-t-trees in the wind
Trees in the wind, trees in the wind, trees in the wind (Blow it down)
D-d-day in the wind
[outro]
Blow it down, blow it down
Pass it 'round, to the left
@donatellanole6191
[Intro]
High
Higher, baby
[Verse 1]
Are you livin'? Are you doin' fine?
Are you gettin' money? Do you need a ride?
I've been livin' off Adderall, for like three months straight and I
I've been trippin', I've been gettin' mine
I've been dippin', I've been livin' life
I appreciate the high life
But I just wish things were better
Between the ones that I love
No, I don't want to try hard
Just don't wanna be, don't wanna be alone
[Chorus]
Stuck with just weed and no friends
Weed and my pen
End of the day, it's just trees in the wind
tay in the wind, day in the wind
t-t-tay in the wind
tay in the wind, t-t-trees in the wind
Trees in the wind, trees in the wind, trees in the wind
t-t-tay in the wind (Blow it down, blow it down, pass it down)
(t-t-tay in the wind, to the left)
[Verse 2]
I caught a case in Canada, got knocked out, I'm waitin'
To see if they'll take me to jail, no
Gee, I kinda hope they lock me up and throw away the key
'Cause I don't wanna go to work this week, anyway
Woke up like, "Why me?"
I heard that waist training get you a good boyfriend
I am not searching for one though
Girl, you too pretty, you could do better
Called you a cab in the mornin'
Girl, you know you should've call me
Would've roll it up, could've smoke it up with you
High, high-high, high, high-high, high
High, high-high, high, high-high, high, ayy
[Chorus]
Stuck with just weed and no friends (Weed and no)
Weed and my pen
End of the day, it's just trees in the wind
Tay in the wind, tay in the wind
t-t-tay in the wind
day in the wind, t-t-trees in the wind
Trees in the wind, trees in the wind, trees in the wind (Blow it down)
t-t-tay in the wind
(Blow it down, blow it down
Pass it 'round, to the left)
@imofage7261
Finally this one is finally out of all songs this one is out. Produced by Tyler, and performed amazingly.
@minxxd
i love it however i do wish that she still kept the males voice who was also singing the song as well but im very happy we got the song😊
@herzenchristlupian1285
Contains a sample from Weed Song by Bone Thugs-N-Harmony
@Yonverpage
The instrumental is so Tyler. I didn’t knew he actually produced it. Crazy
@starlight9447
Whos tyler and where can i find more songs by them?
@Yonverpage
@@starlight9447 He's called Tyler The Creator. The album that i would recommend which has similar production to this SZA song, would be 'Flower Boy'. But be sure to listen to his other music too!
@womanistx5049
in sza we trust
@calebclemente4778
SZA QUEEN 😍😍
@somilamagubane
forever and ever, amen!
@fwhds
YES