Stay Home
Shrek Soundtrack 1. Self Lyrics


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I believe in self-assertion
Destiny or slight diversion
Now it seems I've got my head on straight
I'm a freak, an abberation

Seems I've made the right decision
Try to turn back now, it might be too late
And it's up to the morning then back again
Same old day, same situation
The happiness rears back as if to say

I want to stay home today (don't want to go out)
If any one comes to play (gonna get thrown out)
I want to stay home today (don't want no company, no way)
Yeah yeah yeah

A simple life's my cup of tea
I don't need nobody but me
What I wouldn't give just to be left alone
I want to be a millionaire someday

And know what it feels like to give it away
Watch me march to the beat of my own drum

And it's over and over and over again
Same old day, same situation
The happiness rears back as if to say

I want to stay home today (don't want to go out)
If any one comes my way (gonna get thrown out)
I want to stay home today (don't want no company no way)
Yeah yeah yeah

Frayin' rain every day now
Everyone just stay away now

[Repeat: x2]
Come another day

[Repeat: x3]
I want to stay home today

I want to stay home (don't want to go out)
If any one comes to play (gonna get thrown out)
I want to stay home today (don't want no company no way)
Yeah yeah yeah

I want to stay home (don't want to go out)
If any one comes my way (gonna get thrown out)




I want to stay home today (don't want no company no way)
Yeah yeah yeah

Overall Meaning

The song "Stay Home" by Self from the Shrek soundtrack expresses the desire to stay home and be left alone. It portrays a sense of self-assuredness and individuality, celebrating a simple life and embracing eccentricity. The lyrics convey a sense of contentment and personal freedom, eschewing the pressures and expectations of society. The singer asserts that they do not need anyone else to be happy and content, but rather prefer solitude and a quiet life. The chorus reinforces this message, with a strong emphasis on distaste for company or visitors. The repetition of the phrase "Same old day, same situation" suggests a level of dissatisfaction with routine and a desire for change, while the line "Watch me march to the beat of my own drum" emphasizes the singer's independence and determination to live life on their own terms.


Line by Line Meaning

I believe in self-assertion
I have confidence in speaking up for myself.


Destiny or slight diversion
Whether it is fate or a small detour, I am open to it.


Now it seems I've got my head on straight
I feel more focused and clear-headed now.


I'm a freak, an abberation
I am unique and different from the norm.


Seems I've made the right decision
I believe I have made a good choice.


Try to turn back now, it might be too late
It may not be possible to change my mind at this point.


And it's up to the morning then back again
Every day is the same routine.


Same old day, same situation
Nothing ever changes and it's getting dull.


The happiness rears back as if to say
I want to be happy, but the current situation is not fulfilling.


I want to stay home today (don't want to go out)
I prefer to stay indoors and not socialize.


If any one comes to play (gonna get thrown out)
I do not want visitors or guests.


I want to stay home today (don't want no company, no way)
I do not want any company or interaction.


A simple life's my cup of tea
I prefer a straightforward and uncomplicated lifestyle.


I don't need nobody but me
I am content with being alone and do not require anyone else.


What I wouldn't give just to be left alone
Being alone is desirable to me.


I want to be a millionaire someday
I have aspirations to become financially successful.


And know what it feels like to give it away
I also want to experience the joy of giving to others.


Watch me march to the beat of my own drum
I will lead my own life in my own way and not be influenced by others.


Frayin' rain every day now
It is raining and miserable every day.


Everyone just stay away now
I do not want anyone around me.


Come another day
I hope for better days in the future.


I want to stay home today
I prioritize being alone and staying indoors over socializing.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MATTHEW DON MAHAFFEY, SWAN BURRUS IV, ROBERT MCBURNEY BURRUS

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[Verse 1]
I believe in self-assertion
Destiny or a slight diversion
Now it seems I've got my head on straight
I'm a freak, an apparition
Seems I've made the right decision
Try to turn back now, it might be too late

[Pre-Chorus 1]
And it's up to the moon and then back again
Same old day, same situation
My happiness rears back as if to say

[Chorus]
I wanna stay home today
(I don't wanna go out)
If anyone comes to play
(They're gonna get thrown out)
I wanna stay home today
(Don't want no company, no way)
Yeah, yeah, yeah

[Verse 2]
A simple life's my cup of tea
I don't need nobody but me
What I wouldn't give just to be left alone
I want to be a millionaire some day
But know what it feels like to give it away
Watch me march to the beat of my own drum

[Pre-Chorus 2]
And it's over and over and over again
Same old day, same situation
My happiness rears back as if to say

[Chorus]
I wanna stay home today
(I don't wanna go out)
If anyone comes my way
(They're gonna get thrown out)
I wanna stay home today
(Don't want no company, no way)
Yeah, yeah, yeah

[Bridge]
Rain rain everyday now
Everyone just stay away now
Come another day

[Break]
I wanna stay home today (I wanna stay home today)
I wanna stay home, stay home, stay home

[Chorus]
I wanna stay home today
(I don't wanna go out)
If anyone comes to play
(They're gonna get thrown out)
I wanna stay home today
(Don't want no company, no way)
Yeah, yeah, yeah

[Chorus]
I wanna stay home
(I don't wanna go out)
If anyone comes my way
(They're gonna get thrown out)
I wanna stay home today
(Don't want no company, no way)
Yeah, yeah, yeah



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@user-ek3xq2hv3i

Whoever chose the music for shrek deserves an oscar

@jaycerrito3142

You mean Grammy

@Koley411

@Jay Cerrito best score in a movie is an Oscar’s category :3

@cw9790

Peter Distefano (guitarist for Porno For Pyros) played guitar on all the Shrek albums.

@imaninocentperson4853

Youtube

@marcoantoniorodriguezlopez5600

It is you i have love

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@skipper6-9

The first 10 seconds are the most nostalgic thing ever

@GurkeN1337

Trueee :-(

@shanewilliams8118

So glad I’m not the only one….

@wellingtonbraz160

The songs of this movie were so fantastic.

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