In My Room
The Beach Boys Lyrics


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There's a world where I can go
And tell my secrets to
In my room
In my room

In this world I lock out
All my worries and my fears
In my room
In my room

Do my dreaming and my scheming lie awake and pray
Do my crying and my sighing laugh at yesterday

Now it's dark and I'm alone
But I won't be afraid




In my room
In my room

Overall Meaning

The Beach Boys's song In My Room is a poignant piece of music that perfectly captures the universal human experience of seeking solace in a private haven. The opening lines "There's a world where I can go, And tell my secrets to" establishes a tone of intimacy and trust that is essential to understanding the song's message. As the lyrics continue, the listener is invited to imagine the safety and comfort of one's own bedroom - a place where all worries and fears can be locked out. The reflective and introspective nature of the lyrics is emphasized by the repetition of the phrase "In my room" like a mantra throughout the song.


The second verse of the song further explores the notion of privacy and the role of the bedroom as a sanctuary for dreaming, scheming, crying, and laughing. The ambiguity of the words "lie awake and pray" leaves it open to interpretation as to whether the subject of the song is religious or simply seeking a moment of reflection. The final verse offers a more melancholic perspective on solitude, but ultimately the message remains one of hope as the subject declares they will not be afraid in their room. The song culminates in a harmonious chorus that delivers a sense of closure and serenity.


Line by Line Meaning

There's a world where I can go
I have a special place where I can escape to


And tell my secrets to
Where I can trust to reveal what's in my heart


In my room
This place is found in the confines of my room


In this world I lock out
In my special world, I don't allow in


All my worries and my fears
My worries and fears are left outside


In my room
My retreat is safe, even in slightest uncertainty


In my room
My precious safe haven is here, always


Do my dreaming and my scheming lie awake and pray
In this place, I can enjoy dreaming, planning, and praying


Do my crying and my sighing laugh at yesterday
My tears of yesterday seem foolish in such immersive environment


Now it's dark and I'm alone
Even in the unlit times with loneliness, I remain here


But I won't be afraid
For my world gives me strength and assurance not to fear


In my room
For as much as there's life in me, it's all here, in my room




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Eric William Martin, Gary L. Usher, Brian Wilson, Michelle Patricia Gayle

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@Romano_Ochoa

There's a world where I can go and tell my secrets to
In my room, in my room
In this world I lock out all my worries and my fears
In my room, in my room
.
Do my dreaming and my scheming
Lie awake and pray
Do my crying and my sighing
Laugh at yesterday
.
Now it's dark and I'm alone
But I won't be afraid
In my room, in my room
In my room, in my room
In my room, in my room



@aeronna6035

There's a world where I can go and
Tell my secrets to
In my room
In my room (in my room)
In this world I lock out
All my worries and my fears
In my room
In my room (in my room)
Do my dreaming and my scheming
Lie awake and pray
Do my crying and my sighing
Laugh at yesterday
Now it's dark and I'm alone
But I won't be afraid
In my room
In my room (in my room, in my room)
In my room (in my room, in my room)



All comments from YouTube:

@satamanschmidt3428

As a rocker I disrespected the Beach Boys when I was young. THAT WAS STUPID. These songs are absolutely timeless. Sometimes you need to get older to appreciate greatness.

@garyr7027

Truth right there, in time we often see what we've missed all along.

@Imissthepostoffice

It's good that you finally came around.

@OhSheGotMe

Now listen to Jacob Colliers rendition of “in my room” with headphones.

@adampoe2797

I suffered same or as who
Freak
Did like thos and surfer girl but really did grow with what was always there
But I hear feel You
I was Stupid
Unaware! As well

@doreenmcalarney7424

Pretty girl

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@patriciabaxter7915

I lost my dear brother yesterday. The Beach Boys will forever remind me of him. RIP sweet, sweet Neale, an angel who walked the earth.

@neilhasid3407

So sorry Patricia.

@tgdscenes9250

i’m so sorry

@phoebessh

Until you meet again. Thinking about my own brother brought me here today.

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