Discography:
Albums:
2018: Treehouse
EPs:
2016: Soft Animals
2019: Dancing on the People
House Arrest
Sofi Tukker Lyrics
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La da di da di da da
I learned how to measure before I knew what was size
I sing you to sleep, do you like my lullaby?
La luna de leche, treat your sadness with a smile
You can't have what's next 'til you hang with it for a while
Come but wear your Sunday best
This is house arrest
La da di da di da da
I learned how to measure before I knew what was size
I sing you to sleep, do you like my lullaby?
La luna de leche, treat your sadness with a smile
You can't have what's next 'til you hang with it for a while
This is house arrest
Come but wear your Sunday best
This is house arrest
La da di da di da da
This is house arrest
This is house arrest
Come but wear your Sunday best
This is house arrest
La da di da di da da
I decided not to leave my house and go outside
I held myself sweetly, made myself a lullaby
This won't last forever, treat your sadness with a smile
We can't have what's next 'til we hang inside for a while
This is house arrest
Stay but wear your Sunday best
This is house arrest
La da di da di da da
This is house arrest
This is house arrest
This is house arrest
The song House Arrest by Sofi Tukker and Gorgon City speaks about the struggles of staying at home and adjusting to the new reality of isolation and quarantine. The song starts with the repetition of "this is House Arrest" and "la da di da di da da," indicating the monotony and boredom of staying at home. The first verse talks about learning to measure before knowing what size is, which can be interpreted as societal pressures to always be productive and accomplish things even before understanding what those things are. The lyrics also mention singing to someone to sleep and asking if they like the lullaby, which could represent the need for comfort and connection during this time of loneliness and isolation.
The second verse takes a slightly different direction, talking about the decision to stay at home and make the best of the situation. The lyrics mention treating sadness with a smile and the need to pause and hang out for a while before moving on to the next thing. The chorus repeats the same message, asking people to stay but wear their Sunday best, indicating that even though everyone is stuck at home, they should still make an effort to enjoy themselves and look their best.
Overall, House Arrest is a relatable song for many people who have been affected by the pandemic and have had to adjust to a new way of living. The lyrics convey a message of resilience and the need to make the best of a bad situation.
Line by Line Meaning
This is house arrest
The current situation has confined us to staying inside our homes.
La da di da di da da
Vocalization to emphasize the main message of being stuck at home.
I learned how to measure before I knew what was size
I learned to adapt to the situation before I fully understood the situation.
I sing you to sleep, do you like my lullaby?
I try to ease your worries and stress in this trying time.
La luna de leche, treat your sadness with a smile
Find happiness in the small things, even in a difficult time like this.
You can't have what's next 'til you hang with it for a while
You have to learn to live in the present, and cannot move forward until you do so.
Come but wear your Sunday best
Try to make the best of the situation, even if it's just dressing up for no reason.
I decided not to leave my house and go outside
I made the conscious decision to stay indoors as a precautionary measure.
This won't last forever, treat your sadness with a smile
The current situation is temporary, and it's important to remain hopeful during difficult times.
We can't have what's next 'til we hang inside for a while
In order to move forward, we need to spend time adapting to the current situation.
Stay but wear your Sunday best
Continue to make the most out of a difficult situation.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Kye Jules Gibbon, Matthew Patrick Robson Scott, Nick Sarazen, Rolando Garcia, Sophie Hawley Weld, Tucker Raymond Halpern
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Marius Nicolae Topor
3 years later, this track still plays well on repeat. Can't believe what we've all gone through.
Gregory Thayer
Years later, and I am still so grateful that you guys did this video. Thanks for your “infectious” energy, and for all of your other music. Best!
Pat Lynch
Yes, this song was a HUGE boost in 2020!
Majori
Esse eu escutei muito tbm..eu lembro q depois da live do vintage mandei um direct pra ele e disse vc tem q fzr um feat c a sofitukker e um mes depois eles apareceram juntos.Genial ❤❤❤
AmandaCuteness
I love their energy so much. The world needs more of this. Officially under a spell.
Andreas Kyriakou
Another proof that when people come together, even during the most difficult times, something beautiful is created. Thank you SOFI TUKKER, Gorgon City and Freak Fam for dancing your asses off for this song and video 😊😊😊❤️❤️❤️ Love from Cyprus ❤️🇨🇾❤️
Mike J. Chrisoulakis
👍
John Pappas
An instant classic. Great music for everyone. My mother is 87 and absolutely loves Sofi Tukker.
صلي على الحبيب
😍😍
Fernando Maxiliano Laudano
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