THe ThE BAND is a Korean indie pop-rock that was fronted by Park Hye Kyung … Read Full Bio ↴THe ThE BAND is a Korean indie pop-rock that was fronted by Park Hye Kyung (박혜경) during their first two albums, followed by Han Hee Jung (한희정) for the following two, with Myung In Hee (명인희) handling vocal duties for their fifth album.

Discography:
"The More The Better" 1st Album, 1997
"The One & The Other" 2nd Album, November 1998
"The Man In The Street" 3rd Album, June 2001
"The The Band" 4th Album, April 2003
"History Album" Album, 2005
"The The 2006 New Single" Single, October 2006
"Like a Movie No.2 리틀러너 (Little Runner)" Single, February 2007
"The Music" 5th Album, May 2007
"2008 Bridge Album" Album, February 2008
"나는 락스타!" Single, April 2008
"I Love You Movie Star" Single, April 2008
"나쁜 씨!" Single, April 2008
"Half the Time" 6th Album, October 2008
"I am a special number" Single, July 2009
"뜨거워" Single, November 2009
"눈물이 흐르다" EP, December 2009
"못믿을 사람" Single, June 2011
"사랑을 부르다" Single, July 2011
"HOW MANY TIMES" 7th Album, August 2011

OK
The The Band Lyrics

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Saw you just yesterday
And you asked if I was okay
Yeah, I lied to you yesterday
I keep on lying and I keep on lying
Maybe the world has just spun the wrong way
And we’re growing in reverse just needing escape
‘Cause I don’t feel grown up yet
I don’t have my shit fixed

I’m not an adult yet
Don’t know what I’m doing
Sleepy days too plentiful
To escape the everyday
My worries are too physical
I wish I could shake them
I wish I could shake them
Never thought that I’d get this far
Never thought I’d make it out alive
My past wasn’t worth dying for
But damn it really fucking tried
I swear that I’m fine
I swear I’m okay
I’m doing real fine
I’m doing real great
Hope you’re well but
Let’s not dwell
There's nothing wrong
I’m okay! I’m okay!
But then there are days
When the Food’s left untouched
And you’re worried and think it might just be enough
And I’m waiting for that last straw to break
Worried and waiting for better days
And the demons they just won’t go away
And those skeletons creep out of closets one day
Keep those closets shut and change your name
Cut your hair off again and move to another state
And maybe I’m losing it
Maybe I’m losing it
Is this my life or just my mistakes
Maybe I’m through with this
Maybe I’m losing this
But I keep working for better days
I swear that I’m fine
I swear I’m okay
I’m doing real fine
I’m doing real great
Hope you’re well but
Let’s not dwell
There's nothing wrong
I’m okay! I’m okay!
I swear that I’m fine
I swear I’m okay
I’m doing real fine
I’m doing real great
Hope you’re well but
Let’s not dwell
There's nothing wrong
I’m okay! I’m okay!
The thoughts in the back of my head
Told me not to trust anyone much
The worries I hold within me
They like to come out at night
Maybe I should fix my head
Maybe I’m losing it
Maybe I’m losing it
Maybe the past
Was better instead
Maybe I’m losing it
Maybe I’m losing it
Maybe I should just
Kill myself, dead
Um Just kidding
I swear that I’m fine
I swear I’m okay
I’m doing real fine
I’m doing real great
Hope you’re well but
Let’s not dwell
There's nothing wrong
I’m okay! I’m okay!
I swear that I’m fine
I swear I’m okay
I’m doing real fine
I’m doing real great
Hope you’re well but
Let’s not dwell
There's nothing wrong
I’m okay! I’m okay!
I swear that I’m fine
I swear I’m okay
I’m doing real fine
I’m doing real great
Hope you’re well but
Let’s not dwell
There's nothing wrong
I’m okay! I’m okay!
I swear I’ll be okay
Just give me a few more days
I swear I’ll be alright
If I could just sleep through the night
I swear I’ll be okay
Just give me a few more days
I swear I’ll be fine

I swear I’ll be okay
Just want to be okay

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "OK" by The The Band convey a deep sense of inner turmoil and struggle with maintaining a facade of well-being. The singer repeatedly reassures others that they are fine and okay, but a closer look reveals a different reality. The opening lines set the tone by immediately acknowledging the act of lying about their emotional state, suggesting a pattern of avoidance and denial when it comes to facing their true feelings. The repetition of this sentiment throughout the song highlights the internal conflict the singer is experiencing.

As the lyrics unfold, we get a glimpse into the singer's feelings of inadequacy and uncertainty about adulthood. They express a sense of not having their life together, feeling lost and unsure of their own identity and purpose. The imagery of "sleepy days too plentiful" and the desire to escape the everyday stresses further emphasize the weight of the emotional burden they are carrying. The lyrics capture the struggle of trying to project a sense of stability while battling internal demons and fears.

The mention of past struggles and the acknowledgment that the singer never thought they would make it out alive adds depth to their emotional journey. Despite the bravado of claiming to be fine, there are hints of underlying pain and trauma that they are trying to mask. The references to self-harm and thoughts of giving up highlight the severity of their internal struggles, even if cloaked in sarcasm and attempts at humor.

Ultimately, the repeated affirmations of being okay and fine seem more like a mantra or a desperate plea for reassurance than a genuine declaration. The final lines, where the singer expresses a desire to just be okay and promises to be alright with time, convey a sense of hope and determination to overcome their challenges. The song captures the complexity of mental health struggles and the delicate balance between putting on a brave face and seeking help and healing.

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Written by: Marissa Regan

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