Stick to the Status Quo
The High School Musical Cast Lyrics
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Stick to the stuff you know (stick to the stuff you know)
If you wanna be cool
Follow one simple rule
Don't mess with the flow, oh no
Stick to the status quo
Oh, no, no, no
It is better by far
To keep things as they are
Don't mess with the flow, no no
Don't you stick to the status quo
Everybody quiet
This is not what I want
This is not what I planned
And I just gotta say
I do not understand
Something is really
Something's not right
Really wrong
And we gotta get things back where they belong
Not another peep (no)
Not another word (no)
Not another sound (no)
No, no, no, no
Stick to the stuff you know (stick to the stuff you know)
It is better by far
To keep things as they are
Don't mess with the flow, no no
Don't you stick to the status
Don't you stick to the status
Don't you stick to the status quo
The High School Musical Cast's song "Stick to the Status Quo" is an anthem that questions social norms and identity, as well as the importance of conformity within a high school setting. The song suggests that to be considered "cool," one must follow the status quo, or the norms and expectations set by the dominant social group. The lyrics encourage individuals to "stick to the stuff you know" and not "mess with the flow" in order to fit in with their peers.
However, the song also acknowledges the isolating and suffocating nature of conformity. One of the characters sings, "This is not what I want, this is not what I planned, and I just gotta say, I do not understand." This line suggests that individuals may feel trapped and confused by societal expectations, and long for something different. The song ends with a call to action, urging individuals to break free from the status quo and embrace their individuality.
Overall, "Stick to the Status Quo" is a powerful critique of the often oppressive social norms and expectations present within high schools. By suggesting that individuals stick to their passions and interests, rather than engaging in superficial conformity, the song advocates for an inclusive and accepting social environment.
Line by Line Meaning
No, no, no, no
Emphatic beginning; there is something important to be said
Stick to the stuff you know (stick to the stuff you know)
Do what you know how to do; stay within your lane
If you wanna be cool
If you want to be popular and well-liked
Follow one simple rule
Comply with this one guideline
Don't mess with the flow, oh no
Don't disrupt the established order of things
Stick to the status quo
Stick with what is familiar; don't try new things
It is better by far
It is much preferable
To keep things as they are
To maintain things the way they presently are
Don't mess with the flow, no no
Do not disrupt the current system
Don't you stick to the status quo
Do not follow the herd and conform
This is not what I want
This situation is not desirable for me
This is not what I planned
This was not my intention or expectation
And I just gotta say
I need to express my thoughts and feelings
I do not understand
I am confused and cannot comprehend the situation
Something is really
There is unquestionably
Something's not right
Something is amiss and needs correction
Really wrong
A very serious problem
And we gotta get things back where they belong
We must correct things to the way they should be
Not another peep (no)
No more noise or sounds
Not another word (no)
No more talking or speaking
Not another sound (no)
No more noise or sounds
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Faye L. Greenberg, David N. Lawrence
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@andrewyuska7935
Martha: I like to dance.
Everybody: Gets mad at her then dances.
@anad.7428
Andrew Yuska lol we gotta accept that Disney channel logic ya know
@atrainofthought99
Lol
@planetxtk7567
I think they got mad because they think she shouldn’t dance because it’s outside of the “status quo.”
@Rakerong
Martha: Sometimes I like it better than homework.
Them: And we took that personally
@Casey-su6xc
“Is that even legal?”😭😭
@themoviecritic1092
Jocks, Skaters, Nerds, and Theatre Kids
Long ago the four groups lived in harmony, but everything changed when the basketball player liked to sing.
@icorrectly
You mean bake... They all liked to sing. Cringily I might add 😅
@icorrectly
Now I'm thinking about how much better The Last Airbender is than these movies... Sooooooo much better
@nurnadhirahsaing6169
@@icorrectly well, Troy was the one who started it first tho 😅🤣