Today
The Smashing Pumpkins (CrazyShark)/The Smashing Pumpkins Lyrics
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Day I've ever known
Can't live for tomorrow
Tomorrow's much too long
I'll burn my eyes out
Before I get out
I wanted more
Bored by the chore
Of saving face
Today is the greatest
Day I've ever known
Can't wait for tomorrow
I might not have that long
I'll tear my heart out
Before I get out
Pink ribbon scars
That never forget
I tried so hard
To cleanse these regrets
My angel wings
Were bruised and restrained
My belly stings
Today is
Today is
Today is
The greatest day
I want to turn you on
I want to turn you on
I want to turn you on
I want to turn you
Today is the greatest
Today is the greatest day
Today is the greatest day
That I have ever really known
The Smashing Pumpkins song "Today" is a rather complex and thought-provoking piece of music that has a lot of different layers and interpretations to it. At its core, it is a song about living for the moment and not worrying about what tomorrow will bring. It is an anthem to living life to the fullest and enjoying every moment, as if it were the last. The opening line, "Today is the greatest day I've ever known," sets the tone for the entire song, letting the listener know that the singer is in a great mood and is enjoying life to the fullest.
The following line, "Can't live for tomorrow, tomorrow's much too long," shows that the singer is trying to live only in the present and not worry about the future. This is further emphasized in the next line, "I'll burn my eyes out before I get out," which seems to suggest that the singer will use every last bit of energy he has to enjoy this moment, even if it means sacrificing his own health. The next verse, "I wanted more than life could ever grant me, bored by the chore of saving face," speaks to a deeper issue that the singer is dealing with. It seems that he has always had high expectations for life, but has become frustrated with the daily routine of trying to maintain appearances and live up to societal expectations.
The chorus reiterates the idea that today is the greatest day ever, and the singer wants to enjoy it to the fullest. The final verse, "My angel wings were bruised and restrained, my belly stings," seems to evoke a feeling of being trapped or held back, which again ties into the theme of living life to the fullest and not allowing anything to hold you back. Overall, "Today" is a song about the desire to live life to the fullest, to cherish every moment and not worry about what the future may bring.
Line by Line Meaning
Today is the greatest
I am experiencing something incredible right now
Day I've ever known
This is the most amazing and important day of my life
Can't live for tomorrow
I am so preoccupied with and consumed by this moment that I cannot think of anything else
Tomorrow's much too long
The thought of what the future holds is overwhelming, and I feel like it's too far away to even consider
I'll burn my eyes out
I would do anything to keep this moment and this feeling forever, even if it means destroying a part of myself
Before I get out
I won't let anything take this away from me, not even my own body
I wanted more
I had high expectations for my life
Than life could ever grant me
But reality fell short of those expectations
Bored by the chore
I am disillusioned by the routine and monotony of everyday life
Of saving face
Trying to maintain a certain image or reputation is tiresome and unfulfilling
Can't wait for tomorrow
I'm excited about what could be in store for me in the future
I might not have that long
But I'm also aware that life is uncertain and I may not have as much time as I think
I'll tear my heart out
I won't allow anything to hold me back or dampen my enthusiasm
Pink ribbon scars
I have physical reminders of past traumas and struggles
That never forget
These experiences will always be a part of me and have shaped who I am
I tried so hard
I have put in a lot of effort to move past those difficult times
To cleanse these regrets
I want to eliminate any lingering feelings of guilt, sadness, or disappointment from those experiences
My angel wings
I see myself as someone who is capable of greatness and kindness
Were bruised and restrained
But my past experiences have damaged my confidence and potential
My belly stings
I feel intense emotions from these memories
I want to turn you on
I want to share this feeling of elation with others
I want to turn you
I want you to feel what I'm feeling
Today is the greatest day
This moment and its intensity make today the best day of my life so far
That I have ever really known
And I am grateful to be experiencing it right now
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: William Patrick Corgan
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@Loveowls999
Lyrics
Today is the greatest
Day I've ever known
Can't live for tomorrow,
Tomorrow's much too long
I'll burn my eyes out
Before I get out
I wanted more
Than life could ever grant me
Bored by the chore
Of saving face
Today is the greatest
Day I've never known
Can't wait for tomorrow
I might not have that long
I'll tear my heart out
Before I get out
Pink ribbon scars
That never forget
I tried so hard
To cleanse these regrets
My angel wings
Were bruised and restrained
My belly stings
Today is
Today is
Today is
The greatest day
I want to turn you on
I want to turn you on
I want to turn you on
I want to turn you
Today is the greatest
Today is the greatest day
Today is the greatest day
That I have ever really known
@adamjameson7154
Today is the greatest
Day I've ever known
Can't live for tomorrow
Tomorrow's much too long
I'll burn my eyes out
Before I get out
I wanted more
Than life could ever grant me
Bored by the chore
Of saving face
Today is the greatest
Day I've ever known
Can't wait for tomorrow
I might not have that long
I'll tear my heart out
Before I get out
Pink ribbon scars
That never forget
I tried so hard
To cleanse these regrets
My angel wings
Were bruised and restrained
My belly stings
Today is
Today is
Today is
The greatest day
I want to turn you on
I want to turn you on
I want to turn you on
I want to turn you
Today is the greatest
Today is the greatest day
Today is the greatest day
That I have ever really known
@Pride317
Lyrics
Today is the greatest
Day I’ve ever known
Can’t live for tomorrow
Tomorrow’s much too long
I’ll burn my eyes out
Before I get out
[Verse 1]
I wanted more
Than life could ever grant me
Bored by the chore
Of saving face
[Chorus 2]
Today is the greatest
Day I’ve ever known
Can’t wait for tomorrow
I might not have that long
I’ll tear my heart out
Before I get out
[Verse 2]
Pink ribbon scars
That never forget
I tried so hard
To cleanse these regrets
My angel wings
Were bruised and restrained
My belly stings
[Chorus 3]
Today is
Today is
Today is
The greatest day
[Bridge]
I want to turn you on
I want to turn you on
I want to turn you on
I want to turn you
[Outro]
Today is the greatest
Today is the greatest day
Today is the greatest day
That I have ever really known
@popcultureprogrammer2171
I don't know what traumas and challenges you've experienced, and I want to offer some enlightening advice, but I genuinely don't feel like I'm in the position to offer anything. I would argue to change your perspective, but that only works for me because I'm not suffering too hard right now (college kid, living at home with folks).
That's not to say I haven't been severely depressed before, but luckily a change in schools helped a lot. Unfortunately, it's not usually that easy to get out of the rut. I was scared to make change because of the uncertainty, but realized that I didn't really have many friends to begin with, so what's the worst that can happen? More bullying? Not likely since literally the entire grade was new (the school had just opened a middle school at the time)
I currently have an addiction as well (video games). Luckily my poison of choice isn't something I'm chemically dependent on, so I'm grateful for that.
When it comes to addiction, I'd recommend maybe winging yourself off of your drug of choice (unless you're clean, congrats, and ignore thi) and letting those around you be aware of your issues and tell them that you have a plan and ask them to monitor you closely, so you don't relapse. I've been in situations where I'm like "I've done a good job, let me play for an hour" and realize I just spent all day online. I need my folks to moderate my behavior so I don't 'overdose'. I watch YouTube and write programs to prevent relapse
regardless, hope your life gets better : )
@bonedust82
@@popcultureprogrammer2171
Oh man, I don't know where to begin.
First of all--Thank you for your comment. It shows empathy, and we all sure as hell need more of that.
There are a couple things though...
My drug of choice with video games has to be Mario Bros. 3 on original NES, haha. Showing my age here.
I'm not quite sure what withdrawal from video games would be like, but any addict will tell you this--Be happy it's not drugs.
*Please do not suggest "winging it" to get off chemicals though. This is dangerous. Withdrawal from a whole assortment of things can kill you. I've been there. Weaning is the best. I've lost enough friends.
Enjoy the living at home thing, it won't last. And college... well I was forced to go to community college by my parental units. I preferred to work instead. Back in those days jobs were easier to find. I went to that college, but would just leave. Then four planes were hijacked and all our lives changed. No more fake going to school. I cut my folks off years ago, no contact. Clueless to this day as to why they even had kids. So be happy you don't have to worry if you'll have a place to sleep tonight.
I don't really know what to say to ya though, you're so young. I haven't talked to anyone your age in decades. I could be old enough to be your mom maybe (41 today).
I worry for the younger generations. You guys missed out on so much. I never had kids so I don't really know the "adult" advice to give ya.
I just want you to be strong, happy and don't let the world get ya down (too much). We all need you young folks.
Anyways, I did get off my drug of choice (heroin) like 4ish years ago when fentanyl took over. Shit's not worth it. But when you're 41 and have been chemically dependent since age 13 your brain and body change. I will never be fully "sober", nor do I want to be. Some people just truly need the help of meds.
One bit of advice I can give ya with your video game issue, I would try to start to swap that out a bit (wean!) with something else you like so you're not playing as much. And don't ever beat yourself up if you slip. Relapse is part of recovery.
Thank you for talking to me. You seem like a good egg. Back to my B-Day Breakfast Beer. I'm rooting for you.--C
@DaniboyBR2
[Chorus 1]
Today is the greatest
Day I’ve ever known
Can’t live for tomorrow
Tomorrow’s much too long
I’ll burn my eyes out
Before I get out
[Verse 1]
I wanted more
Than life could ever grant me
Bored by the chore
Of saving face
[Chorus 2]
Today is the greatest
Day I’ve ever known
Can’t wait for tomorrow
I might not have that long
I’ll tear my heart out
Before I get out
[Verse 2]
Pink ribbon scars
That never forget
I tried so hard
To cleanse these regrets
My angel wings
Were bruised and restrained
My belly stings
[Chorus 3]
Today is
Today is
Today is
The greatest day
[Bridge]
I want to turn you on
I want to turn you on
I want to turn you on
I want to turn you
[Outro]
Today is the greatest
Today is the greatest day
Today is the greatest day
That I have ever really known
@damian2657
This song really embodies the feeling of “having nothing specific to be sad about, but also having nothing to be happy about”
@okjeffy6581
To me, it’s the feeling of not knowing if you should be happy or sad.
@dantemixable
anxiety
@oliverhocking8027
Yeah, It’s about depression and suicidal tendencies.
@Bluegamerful
@@oliverhocking8027 yeah i think we got it
@oliverhocking8027
@@Bluegamerful Haha
@ninomediera1706
When i was 9 grader, i stole my dad's money to buy this album.
And he knew it.
I miss you Dad
@yzyzyz44
RIP 😪
@jjcuny
:( he's still here, look to the stars! Go for a drive and listen to his favorite music.
@johnscroggins7869
Every time you here this song know he lives on in your heart