The laid-back energy of her lo-fi sound is a reflection of her personality - unique and nostalgic. Currently living in Los Angeles, UMI continues to create genre-bending music that captivates and inspires listeners.
“I hope that the relatability of my lyrics can be comforting to people who realize their worries and problems are universal. I want them to know that they’re not alone.”
100 days
UMI Lyrics
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Mind racin', tongue-tied
I can not believe the pain I've endured
Front-facin' my life
Feel good, don't feel right
So what the fuck am I supposed to do?
When I woke up this mornin' (mmm)Told myself that it's brand new
See when I woke up this mornin', baby (I said)
What the fuck am I supposed to do?
I been up a hundred days
Told myself a thousand ways
It's the same story, new page
Wish that I could numb the pain
Sittin' and bumpin' Novocain
It's the same book, new day
Up late, all night
Mind racin', tongue-tied
I can not believe the pain I've endured
Front-facin' my life
Feel good, don't feel right
So what the fuck am I supposed to do?
It's on the tip of my tongue, but I wouldn't say it
If I could, I knew that wouldn't do
Hmm, mm-mm
And I was looking for someone that could play
The way I do, I thought that was you
Hmm, mm-mm
I been up a hundred days
It's the same story, new page
Wish that I could numb the pain
Sittin' and bumpin' Novocain
It's the same book, new day
Up late, all night
Mind racin', tongue-tied
I can not believe the pain I've endured
Front-facin' my life
Feel good, don't feel right
So what the fuck am I supposed to do?
See I've been up all night
all night
See I've been up all night
"Haha, we are going to
Have a real interview
I got some questions for you, mom, you game?
Maybe
Haha, okay, hahaha
When and when where you born?
Alexandria, Louisiana
Well in Alexandria
We was a close knit family of people
So we would always smile at each other
To say good morning or good evening"
"What did you say?
So your grandmother raised you, where was your mom?
'Cause I can't imagine not growing up with my mom"
"Love, love is an action word
Haha, that's what you love to say"
And it is true
Did you have any ill will or anger or frustration
Due to the fact that she left you at such a young age?
Still?
Do you still grieve that?"
"No, no, no, I think I was against that
I really learned to love her"
UMI's song "100 days" depicts the emotional struggle and pain that the singer has endured. The lyrics express the feeling of being worn out and tired, both physically and emotionally. The line "Woke up so tired, mind racing, tongue-tied" suggests a state of mental exhaustion and the inability to articulate one's thoughts and feelings. The pain experienced is so intense that it is hard for the singer to believe what they have gone through. Despite trying to put on a front and appear fine, they confess that they don't truly feel good inside. The repeated question of "What the fuck am I supposed to do?" emphasizes the feeling of helplessness and the search for answers in the face of overwhelming pain.
The chorus conveys a sense of repetition and frustration. The singer has been going through this pain for a hundred days, telling themselves different things to cope, but it seems like they are stuck in the same pattern. The mention of Novocain, a numbing agent, highlights the desire to escape from the pain. However, despite the longing for relief, the pain persists and the days keep passing, indicating that the struggle continues.
The second verse echoes the sentiments of the first, emphasizing the ongoing suffering and the inability to escape it. The line "It's on the tip of my tongue, but I wouldn't say it" suggests that there are things the singer wants to express but holds back, possibly out of fear or uncertainty. The reference to looking for someone who can understand and connect with them emotionally further depicts the search for solace and validation.
The final part of the song includes a conversation with UMI's mother, adding a deeper layer of personal significance to the lyrics. The exchange reveals UMI's background, growing up in Alexandria, Louisiana, and being raised by her grandmother. The questions about her mother's absence and the feelings associated with it highlight the complexity of their relationship. UMI reflects on the importance of love as an action word and expresses a shift from resentment to learning to love her mother despite the circumstances.
Overall, "100 days" is a deeply introspective and emotionally raw song that delves into the pain and struggles of the singer's life while also exploring themes of love, forgiveness, and growth.
Line by Line Meaning
Woke up so tired
I woke up feeling exhausted
Mind racin', tongue-tied
My mind is filled with racing thoughts, making it difficult to express myself
I can not believe the pain I've endured
I am overwhelmed by the amount of pain I have experienced
Front-facin' my life
Confronting the challenges and realities of my life head-on
Feel good, don't feel right
Although I might appear fine, something feels off inside me
So what the fuck am I supposed to do?
I am uncertain about how to handle my current situation
When I woke up this mornin' (mmm)
As I began my day today
Told myself that it's brand new
I convinced myself that this day is fresh and different
What the fuck am I supposed to do?
I am still unsure of how to navigate my circumstances
I been up a hundred days
I have been awake and dealing with these issues for a long time
Told myself a thousand ways
I have tried to convince myself of different approaches or solutions countless times
It's the same story, new page
Despite my attempts, I find myself stuck in the same situation with only a slight variation
Wish that I could numb the pain
I desire to escape or lessen the emotional pain I feel
Sittin' and bumpin' Novocain
Metaphorically seeking temporary relief or distraction from the pain
It's the same book, new day
Each day brings a new opportunity, but the underlying problems remain the same
Up late, all night
I am awake and active during late hours of the night
It's on the tip of my tongue, but I wouldn't say it
I have something to say, but I choose not to express it
If I could, I knew that wouldn't do
Even if I had the chance to speak, I understand it wouldn't resolve anything
And I was looking for someone that could play
I was searching for someone who could understand and relate to me
The way I do, I thought that was you
I believed you could be that person, but now I am unsure
See I've been up all night
I have been awake throughout the entire night
"Haha, we are going to
Have a real interview
I got some questions for you, mom, you game?
Maybe
Haha, okay, hahaha
When and when where you born?"
A conversation where UMI is conducting a mock interview with her mother, asking about her birthplace and date
"So your grandmother raised you, where was your mom?
'Cause I can't imagine not growing up with my mom"
UMI is inquiring about her mother's absence during her upbringing and expressing her difficulty in imagining life without a mother
"Love, love is an action word
Haha, that's what you love to say"
The importance of love being shown through actions, as UMI's mother frequently mentions
"And it is true
Did you have any ill will or anger or frustration
Due to the fact that she left you at such a young age?
Still?
Do you still grieve that?"
UMI is discussing her emotions and seeking clarity regarding any negative feelings she may have harbored towards her mother for leaving at a young age
"No, no, no, I think I was against that
I really learned to love her"
UMI expresses that she has chosen not to hold onto ill feelings, and instead, has grown to love her mother despite the initial absence
Lyrics © SC PUBLISHING DBA SECRETLY CANADIAN PUB., Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Alexander Isley, Andre Robertson, Blake Straus, Cecil Bernardy, Chaz Carter, Jakob Rabitsch, McClenney, Tierra Umi Wilson, Veronica Vera
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@PMC0912
Why haven’t I known this song before omg. It’s so beautiful. It’s feels like a warm hug. I cried. I love it so much. Thank you for such a beautiful song🦋
@mikaalk
Masterclass 🫡
@PROD5VE
UMI is a huge inspiration to me and I WILL produce a song for her one day.
@organicmatrix6906
every day - one song is the least she deserves 🌞
@dorianmckenzie9888
And you will, and so it is, and so it shall be.
@SuperBullet78
I'm eager to listen to it! Go for it! 🌸
@kellyfortes5949
And so it shall be! Excited I'll get to see your name on her songs :)
@Ollie-qz5qv
Inshallah/God willing
@Sile93nce
First noticed it with Jhene, then Tinashe and Dawn, now Umi! I love the mini interviews or recordings the artists are doing of their family members, friends, and those that matter the most to them and adding them into their artwork. I know that artists do this all the time, but these songs all tend to feel more personal than the artist intends for them to be and it connects to the audience better than expected. Thank you for sharing Umi! 🙂❤🙌
@xvinna9957
Her music is so refreshing 😪