1) Makale Hawkins, known by his stage name YESTERDAY and formerly by LIL COUPE, is a hip-hop artist from Texarkana, Texas, who is currently based in Los Angeles. Hawkins gained initial popularity in mid-2016 with tracks such as JEALOUSY and OK KOOL, creating plugg music early on in the genre’s development. Several projects under the moniker LIL COUPE were released in 2016, 2017, and 2018, such as Mission Impossible, 187 CUTTHROAT DRIVE, Newborn, WOCKHARDT TEXAS RANGER, and FALLEN ANGEL. In 2021, he rebranded himself as YESTERDAY and released an EP titled DAY AFTER TOMORROW. It took about a year to revise his new sound into a rough prototype of what it is today; thus, INTERIOR MONOLOGUE was born. In October 2022, YESTERDAY released DON’T FORGET 2 BREATHE, a 10-track album further encapsulating and refining his new sound. YESTERDAY is signed to BIGBABYGUCCI’s independent record label, Better Temperatures, and released his first album under the label in February 2023, entitled TOMORROW’S TOO LATE. The album shows much improvement over any of his previous sounds and is a testament to YESTERDAY’s insane work ethic. The dark, ambient drawl in Hawkins' music has continued to attract the ear of fans, and, as he and his Better Temperatures labelmates continue to rise, you do not want to wait until tomorrow to get hip to YESTERDAY.
2) New Jersey-born Jerry Kirwin began the yesterday project in mid-to-late 2016. Initially inspired to learn guitar at the age of nine after playing Guitar Hero, he joined and left a number of bands before embarking up this R&B and Hip-Hop centered experimental project. He then became interested in music’s “emo” subculture, the genre he now describes his music as. yesterday can be heard playing the guitar the majority in his music, and while he doesn’t always produce his songs, he outsources to artists with similar interests, including killedmyself and guccihighwaters. He’s released two EPs: 2016’s the love ep and 2017’s dead man walking.
fit for this life
YESTERDAY Lyrics
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My bloods gotta stay froze
I keep fucking up, I'ma end up alone
I ain't fit for this life
Without a couple of vices
Someone give me advice
It's do or die, don't think twice
I see the same faces everywhere I go
The difference between it all
She doesn't love me when
I'm feeling the pain
She fucking hates me for that
I fucking hate myself too
It's a long hole
You can give it up if you want
I can't blame you even if I wanted too
And honestly
I wanna believe that I'm better than that
But the truth is I can't take this back
All these signs I told you
It's no surprise you're back
To the old you, huh
And I fucking told you
I was never meant to be the
One to love and hold you
And I can't change now, I'm a fucking loner
Just a useless stupid, pissed off stoner
With the weight of the world on my shoulders
23, I feel so much older
The little things I can't get over
Fucking hate myself
Fucking hate these posers
With the killmyself attitude
Never felt sadness until they grew up
And found out they were powerless, fuck
Knew I was stuck since I was a kid
Never good enough to bring happiness
But I can be what you need
If you give me the chance
If you just let me breathe
If you give me some space
If you just let me grieve
I still don't understand
How this could happen to me, yeah
The lyrics of "YESTERDAY" by the artist fit for this life delve into themes of internal struggles, self-doubt, loneliness, and the desire for acceptance and understanding. The singer opens up about feeling emotionally detached and cold, emphasizing the need to keep their emotions in check and maintain a facade of strength by keeping their blood frozen. Despite their efforts to appear composed, they admit to repeatedly making mistakes that may eventually lead to them being alone, suggesting a fear of inadequacy. This sense of not fitting in with the expectations of life without relying on coping mechanisms or vices makes them question their place in the world and seek guidance.
The recurring theme of confusion and lack of direction is highlighted as the singer encounters familiar faces but feels disconnected and uncertain about the nuances of their interactions and relationships. The juxtaposition of feeling unloved and simultaneously being resented for their emotional struggle adds to the internal turmoil and self-loathing that the singer experiences. This inner conflict is further reflected in the acknowledgement of feeling old beyond their years, burdened by the weight of unresolved issues and feeling out of place in a world that seems overwhelming and unforgiving.
The singer’s struggle with self-acceptance and understanding of their own worth is evident as they express a desire to believe they are better than their current circumstances, yet admit to being unable to undo the past mistakes and patterns that have shaped their present reality. The reference to feeling stuck since childhood and never feeling capable of bringing happiness to others illustrates a deep-rooted sense of inadequacy and a longing for connection despite feeling like an outsider and a loner who is unable to change or escape their self-imposed identity.
In the final verse, the singer pleads for a chance to be understood and accepted, emphasizing the need for space and time to process their emotions and come to terms with their struggles. The raw emotion and vulnerability in the plea for comprehension and support convey a sense of desperation and longing for a genuine connection that can alleviate the pain and confusion they have been grappling with. The song's conclusion leaves the listener with a poignant reflection on the complexities of personal growth, the impact of past traumas and the resilience required to navigate the challenges of life.
Line by Line Meaning
I keep it cold, decisive my soul
I maintain a sense of detachment and decisiveness in my innermost being.
My bloods gotta stay froze
I need to keep my emotions suppressed and under control.
I keep fucking up, I'ma end up alone
My repeated mistakes will ultimately lead me to isolation.
I ain't fit for this life
I don't feel suited to or capable of living in this world.
Without a couple of vices
I rely on some negative habits to get through life.
Someone give me advice
I am seeking guidance and wisdom from others.
It's do or die, don't think twice
I am in a situation where I must act decisively, without hesitation.
I see the same faces everywhere I go
I encounter familiar people constantly in my surroundings.
And fuck if I know
I am uncertain and confused about many aspects of life.
The difference between it all
I struggle to distinguish between various experiences and emotions.
She doesn't love me when
Her affection does not extend to me during moments of pain.
She fucking hates me for that
She harbors animosity towards me for displaying vulnerability.
I fucking hate myself too
I also have strong feelings of self-loathing and discontent.
It's a long hole
I am stuck in a deep and seemingly endless pit of despair.
You can give it up if you want
You have the option to abandon me if you choose.
I can't blame you even if I wanted too
I would not be able to hold anyone accountable, even if I desired to do so.
And honestly
In all sincerity,
I wanna believe that I'm better than that
I desire to have faith in my own ability to rise above my current circumstances.
But the truth is I can't take this back
However, I am unable to undo the mistakes I have made.
All these signs I told you
I have communicated all the warning signs to you.
It's no surprise you're back
It should come as no shock that you have returned to your previous behavior.
To the old you, huh
Reverting to the person you used to be, right?
And I fucking told you
I clearly expressed to you...
I was never meant to be the
I was never intended to serve as...
One to love and hold you
Your source of love and support.
And I can't change now, I'm a fucking loner
Change is impossible for me at this point, as I am utterly alone.
Just a useless stupid, pissed off stoner
Merely a worthless, foolish, and angry marijuana user.
With the weight of the world on my shoulders
Bearing the immense burden of universal problems.
23, I feel so much older
Despite being 23 years old, I feel significantly more mature and experienced.
The little things I can't get over
I am unable to move past minor issues.
Fucking hate myself
I hold a deep-seated hatred for myself.
Fucking hate these posers
I despise those who feign authenticity or expertise.
With the killmyself attitude
Adopting a self-destructive mindset.
Never felt sadness until they grew up
They did not experience true sorrow until they matured.
And found out they were powerless, fuck
And discovered their lack of control or influence, damn.
Knew I was stuck since I was a kid
I realized I was trapped from a young age.
Never good enough to bring happiness
I have never been capable of providing joy.
But I can be what you need
However, I have the potential to fulfill your requirements.
If you give me the chance
Provided you afford me the opportunity.
If you just let me breathe
If you simply allow me to relax and recuperate.
If you give me some space
Granting me some distance or independence.
If you just let me grieve
Permitting me to mourn or process my emotions.
I still don't understand
I remain perplexed or confused by the situation.
How this could happen to me, yeah
Why this turn of events has occurred in my life.
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beanzy 18
Amazing song 💔 but why I’m I always so sad? 💔
beanzy 18
She doesn’t love me when when I’m feeling the pain 🖤💔🖤
לי היימליך
wow, that's a great video!
死Sweedy
give me a chance <3
davey GOtH
first 💜🔥