Take It Easy
The Skatastrophes Lyrics


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Everybody's telling me I'm so good
And everybody's telling me that I should
Get out of here while I still have the chance
And everybody's got their own fantasies
And they all try to push them on me
While I sit idly, making my own plans

And they might say "man, take it easy" but I just can't stop now
I'm not as insignificant as I thought I was before
Not gonna let you tell me "sit this one out"
Because I've tried that before, and it didn't do me any good
And I'm not trying to be better than you
I'm just learning how to live

And everybody's saying to me "hey man, this is the chance you get!
And this Cleveland skyline's looking more pathetic
Every time I look downtown into the sun
So don't pass this one up, my friend!
Here's an opportunity to make the end
Come sooner than you ever thought it would"

And they might say "I think I'm dying in this Midwest steel town"
But it's just something missing in their lives
I'm learning how to make the best of every situation
And maybe in the long run it will keep me safe inside
From all the things I've come so close to turning into
I'll stop it all before it starts





Hey everybody! Let's set the record straight for now!

Overall Meaning

The Skatastrophes's song Take It Easy is a contemplative piece about self-discovery, personal growth, and the pressure from society to conform. The song illustrates how everyone seems to be giving the singer unsolicited advice on how to lead their life, in hopes of projecting their own unfulfilled dreams onto the singer. However, the singer knows that they are not insignificant and they need to make their own decisions, regardless of the pressure to conform.


The lyrics "And they might say 'man, take it easy' but I just can't stop now" illustrate how the singer is determined to follow their own path, even if it is challenging. The lines "I'm not trying to be better than you, I'm just learning how to live" suggest that the singer is not trying to prove themselves to others; instead, they are experimenting with life and seeking their own sense of fulfillment. The song is a reminder to embrace the discomfort associated with growth and to be true to oneself. The line "Hey everybody! Let's set the record straight for now!" marks a turning point in the song, as the singer finds their voice and announces their autonomy.


Line by Line Meaning

Everybody's telling me I'm so good
People are complimenting me on my abilities and skills.


And everybody's telling me that I should
Others are suggesting that I should move on from my current situation.


Get out of here while I still have the chance
I am being advised to leave my current place and situation while I have the opportunity.


And everybody's got their own fantasies
Everyone has their own dreams and aspirations.


And they all try to push them on me
Others try to impose their own fantasies on me.


While I sit idly, making my own plans
Meanwhile, I am making my own plans and taking control of my own life.


And they might say "man, take it easy" but I just can't stop now
Others advise me to take it easy, but I am too determined to slow down.


I'm not as insignificant as I thought I was before
I realize my own worth and importance now.


Not gonna let you tell me "sit this one out"
I won't be persuaded to sit on the sidelines and miss out on opportunities.


Because I've tried that before, and it didn't do me any good
I have previously missed out on chances by being too cautious.


And I'm not trying to be better than you
I am not trying to outdo others, just trying to improve myself.


I'm just learning how to live
I am discovering how to live life to the fullest and on my own terms.


And everybody's saying to me "hey man, this is the chance you get!
Others are emphasizing the importance of taking advantage of opportunities.


And this Cleveland skyline's looking more pathetic
Location is not ideal, and there is a feeling of hopelessness in the city.


Every time I look downtown into the sun
Looking towards the sun, there is a sense of bright, shining opportunities.


So don't pass this one up, my friend!
Therefore, I should not pass up this opportunity.


Here's an opportunity to make the end
This is a chance to create a better outcome for myself.


Come sooner than you ever thought it would"
It is possible to achieve success sooner than expected.


And they might say "I think I'm dying in this Midwest steel town"
Others may express despair about life in their current location.


But it's just something missing in their lives
However, this feeling may stem from a lack of purpose or fulfillment.


I'm learning how to make the best of every situation
I am learning to make the most out of any situation and create positive outcomes.


And maybe in the long run it will keep me safe inside
This positive outlook may help me find peace and safety in the long term.


From all the things I've come so close to turning into
This mindset will prevent me from falling into negative patterns.


I'll stop it all before it starts
I will put a stop to any negative patterns or outcomes before they start.


Hey everybody! Let's set the record straight for now!
Let's be clear and honest about our situation and aspirations.




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Comments from YouTube:

Ben Giovinvecchio

Everybody's telling me I'm so good
And everybody's telling me that I should
Get out of here while I still have the chance
And everybody's got their own fantasies
And they all try to push them on me
While I sit idly, making my own plans

And they might say "man, take it easy" but I just can't stop now
I'm not as insignificant as I thought I was before
Not gonna let you tell me "sit this one out"
Because I've tried that before, and it didn't do me any good
And I'm not trying to be better than you
I'm just learning how to live

And everybody's saying to me "hey man, this is the chance you get!
And this Cleveland skyline's looking more pathetic
Every time I look downtown into the sun
So don't pass this one up, my friend!
Here's an opportunity to make the end
Come sooner than you ever thought it would"

And they might say "I think I'm dying in this Midwest steel town"
But it's just something missing in their lives
I'm learning how to make the best of every situation
And maybe in the long run it will keep me safe inside
From all the things I've come so close to turning into
I'll stop it all before it starts

Hey everybody! Let's set the record straight for now!

Catbite

we want a skatastrophes reunion and we want it now

Oneida Wolf

I think I am late to the show but I like this.

FockingGinge

These guys are fucking unbelievable. How have they not taken off yet?

pellix fez

They broke up.

ILikeTrtlz

this song is an epic win

Cody Travis

Fucking great songs such a shame they broke up

Oneida Wolf

Any leads on what happened with this band and singer?? names? new bands? other stuff? anything? please?

Seth Ungemach

Band broke up, a few years after they graduated high school. Main singer is Max Stern, who's now in Signals Midwest, along with (formerly) Loren Shumaker. Also playing on this recording are John Hanna, James Muschler & Adam Gilbert.

Oneida Wolf

@Seth Ungemach thanks ill dig in, I appreciate it a whole lot